Transport Officer (Non-Sworn)

City of Hutchinson•Hutchinson, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of this job is to transport offenders of all security classifications to various locations within, and outside, of the City of Hutchinson. The employee oversees and participates in the custody, security, and treatment of offenders while transporting them to various locations. This employee works independently and without supervision, and must exercise discretion and use independent judgment, often facing critical, potentially violent, and complex situations.

Requirements

Skilled in using police equipment, including vehicles, communications units, handcuffs, batons, tasers, OC Spray, and related equipment
Proficiency in shooting service weapon in accordance with State Standards
Defensive tactics and officer safety skills
Standard administration of first aid
Skilled in using electronic equipment including laptop, job-related software, video equipment, radio, camera, etc.
Ability to pass a drug screen
Ability to pass an intensive criminal background check
At least 18 years old
Valid driver's license
A high school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Transport offenders via passenger vehicles to various destinations such as courts, jails, prisons, medical centers, and other specified locations
Escorts offenders into surroundings requiring contact with judges, prosecuting attorneys, and other court personnel; hospital personnel such as physicians, nurses, and other medical staff; and the public. This position will make contact with federal, state, and police agencies and sheriffs´offices within, and outside, of the City of Hutchinson and maintains professional courtesy.
Plans and executes all aspects of the trip/run including: inspection/exchanging information, search of the vehicle and security items, determination of amount and types of restrains, selection of necessary weapons, planning special security precautions, emergency and escape procedures, timing and routing of the trip, accommodation of needs of offenders, possession of all clearances and necessary travel documents, inspection and storage of offender´s personal property
Assumes responsibility for significant departmental material resources such as passenger vehicle, weaponry, and communications equipment.
Observes offenders´activities to detect unusual or prohibited behavior that might be a threat to the security and safety of fellow employees, other offenders, and the public.
Ensures offenders´compliance with departmental rules and regulations.
Controls, restrains, and subdues disruptive offenders to prevent rioting and possible escapes.
Protects the public from harm or danger. Minimizes contact between the public and offender to lessen the danger. Appropriate response may include use of firearms, and/or deadly force.
Follows departmental security policies and procedures.
Maintains vigilant adherence to all departmental procedures.
Communicates with correctional facilities, jails, and other law enforcement agencies where offenders are being housed, giving instructions for their departure and approximate time of arrival.
During necessary stops, inspects restrooms or other areas where an offender may be waiting or housed, for possible escape routes
Maintains proper court security coverage and prevents escapes.
Places restraining devices on the offenders for security purposes while transporting and assures a secure environment when devices are removed.
Verifies offenders´identification with picture ID cards and other methods to be certain an offender is assigned the proper detail.
Determines proper, shortest, and safest travel route
Prepares written records and reports related to the work
May take in searches for escaped offenders
Performs related work as assigned