Transportation Officer

TransCor America•Watonga, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe and secure management of the inmate, detainee and/or resident population and trip movement, following sound correctional and transportation industry practices. There is quick growth potential, as after 3-6 months on average, a Transportation Officer (TO) can take the Officer In Charge test and be promoted to Senior Transportation Officer (STO), which includes an hourly rate increase and eligibility for a quarterly bonus. The role involves ensuring the safe and orderly operation of assigned trips, promoting public and staff safety, and maintaining a secure and humane environment for inmates, detainees, and residents. Key duties include monitoring and supervising inmate activity, resolving disputes, reporting incidents, conducting inspections, maintaining communication with management and team members, and adhering to policies regarding trip routes, equipment maintenance, resource management, and the application of restraints and use of force. If qualified, the officer may be assigned as the Assistant Officer in Charge (AOIC) on trip activity unless otherwise directed by their supervisor.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Willing to work changing hours.
Must be 21 or older.
Must have a valid Drivers License.
Must be willing to travel to Nashville, TN for a 3 week paid training program (costs are all paid for as well).
Annual recertification and in-service training.

Nice To Haves

Prefer CDL A or B or Corrections, Security, Military, Law Enforcement, or related experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe and orderly operation of the assigned trip in a manner that promotes public safety, staff safety and the secure and humane environment for inmates, detainees and/or residents.
If qualified, may be assigned as the Assistant Officer in Charge (AOIC) on trip activity unless otherwise directed by their supervisor.
Monitor and supervise inmate, detainee, and/or resident activity per TCA policy.
Listen to complaints and effectively resolve disputes or problems, taking corrective action, protecting inmate, detainee and residents rights, and completing all required documentation in accordance with TCA policy.
Follow sound safety practices and ensure that any injuries or accidents are reported in a timely and accurate manner per TCA policy.
Take appropriate action in cases of serious or unusual incidents and emergencies circumstances.
Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and briefings as required.
Maintain and promote effective communications and the proper flow of relevant information to management and fellow team members.
Maintain communication with Trip Management throughout the routed trip.
Consult with Trip Management and/or Field Office Supervisor personnel in assessing situations and making decisions.
Will not deviate from planned trip route unless cleared and/or directed by proper TCA authorities.
Complete preventive maintenance of equipment and ensure readiness of restraints, weapons, OIC kits, vehicles, etc.
Ensure effective management and control of resources to include inmate/detainee and/or resident medications and property.
Maintain appropriate relationships and communications when dealing with fellow staff members, all customer agencies and inmates, detainees and/or residents.
Application of restraints and the Use of Force will be strictly followed according to TCA policies and customer contract requirements.
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
Must achieve and maintain Officer in Charge (OIC) certification to be eligible for assignment as an AOIC.

Benefits

Starting Hourly Rate: $29.58
Senior Transportation Officer (after 6-9 months on average based on performance): $32.83
Sign on bonus - $3,500
Safety & Performance Incentive $2,500
Referral bonus per person (no cap!! and does not have to be at your same location)
Guaranteed 40 hour pay check minimum per week
Medical
PTO
5% 401k
Bi-weekly pay
3 week paid training program (costs are all paid for as well)
Quarterly bonus of up to $1,000 (every 3 months) for Senior Transportation Officer.