SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

The GEO Group • Webber Township, MI

156d

About The Position

The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts. This position requires a CDL Class B with a passenger endorsement and is responsible for securely transporting detainees between destinations while ensuring that the vehicles used for transportation activities are safe and properly maintained. The Senior Transportation Officer assists management in developing effective and efficient solutions when unexpected problems arise during transportation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Two (2) years of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Must possess a State Firearms License.
• Must possess a State Security Guard License.
• Must have completed an approved training program resulting in a certification of satisfactory completion in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• A current driver’s license (CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement) with no preventable accidents, suspensions for driving convictions, DWI or DUI, or more than two (2) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
• Passing a company and Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol test.
• Ability to work overtime frequently.
• Ability to travel for extended periods with frequent overnight stays.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
• Ability to be physically alert on any assigned shift.
• Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24-hour period.
• Must be mature, flexible, and able to command respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff.
• Ability to pass a Company and Federal Client background investigation.
• Willing and able to travel for extended periods on short notice.
• Ability to work with computers and necessary software.

Responsibilities

• Assist management when unique or unexpected problems arise while transporting detainees.
• Develop effective and efficient solutions to transportation issues.
• Review all vehicle inspection reports and develop summaries for Transportation management.
• Ensure all permits and licenses for assigned vehicles are in order.
• Verify that vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before initiating a trip.
• Notify Transportation management of any problems before assignments.
• Track DOT HOS on Electronic Logging Devices.
• Assist with interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers when required.
• Review all necessary paperwork and reports accurately and thoroughly.
• Ensure all reports are submitted to Transportation management according to policies and procedures.
• Ensure all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees