Transportation Officer

TransCor America • Natchez, MS

4h

About The Position

The Transportation Officer ensures the safe and secure transport of inmates, detainees, and/or residents while following established correctional and transportation industry standards. The role involves safely operating assigned trips, managing individuals in accordance with policy, maintaining communication with Trip Management and team members, and ensuring vehicles and other equipment are ready for use.

The position includes a three-week paid pre-service training program, followed by annual recertification and in-service training. The posting lists an hourly rate of $20.23 and notes that employees may advance to Senior Transportation Officer after an average of 6–9 months based on performance, at a listed rate of $27.75.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to perform the listed functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with actual job requirements.

Nice To Haves

• CDL A or B.
• Corrections, military, law enforcement, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely and orderly operate assigned trips in a manner that promotes public and staff safety and a secure, humane environment for inmates, detainees, and/or residents.
• Manage inmate, detainee, and/or resident activity according to policy, including listening to complaints, resolving disputes or problems, taking corrective action, protecting rights, and completing required documentation.
• Follow safety practices, report injuries and accidents promptly and accurately, and take appropriate action during serious or unusual incidents and emergencies.
• Conduct required pre- and post-trip inspections and briefings.
• Maintain effective communications and ensure relevant information flows properly to management and team members.
• Maintain communication with Trip Management throughout routed trips; consult Trip Management and/or Field Office Supervisor personnel when assessing situations and making decisions.
• Do not deviate from the planned trip route unless cleared and/or directed by proper authorities.
• Complete preventive maintenance of equipment and ensure restraints, weapons, OIC kits, vehicles, and other equipment are ready.
• Effectively manage and control resources, including inmate/detainee and/or resident medications and property.
• Maintain professional relationships and communications with team members, customer agencies, and inmates, detainees, and/or residents.
• Follow policy and customer contract requirements when applying restraints and using force.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Complete a three-week paid pre-service training program and annual recertification and in-service training.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 5% 401(k) match
• Bi-weekly pay
• $3,500 sign-on bonus
• Safety and Performance Incentive
• $2,500 referral bonus per person, with no cap and not limited to the employee's location
• Guaranteed minimum pay for 40 hours per week
• Three-week paid pre-service training program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED