Transportation Specialist (Corrections)

Shelby County Government•Memphis, TN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordinating transportation and movement operations necessary to transport employees, residents, documentation and/or materials between various locations (i.e. detention facilities, jails, hospitals, courts, government offices etc.). Ensures the safety and security of the residents and employees while they are being transported.

Requirements

Four (4) years' experience in a security capacity
High school diploma or possess a GED
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A or Class B with air brake endorsement or Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) preferred but not required.
Must be able to obtain a Tennessee Handgun Permit.
Must be able to obtain a private armed security license.
Must successfully complete 80 hours of basic Corrections training.
Must successfully complete 80 hours of firearm training.
Must pass chemical agent training and use of force training.
Must be able to function in a prison environment.
Must pass NCIC background check.
Must have a valid Tennessee Driver’s License or secure one as of employment date.
Will be required to pass a drug test and a TB screening.

Nice To Haves

Computer literate with knowledge of MS Office; word and excel.

Responsibilities

Transports residents safely via passenger vehicles, buses and vans to various locations (courts, medical centers and other specified locations) away from the facility property.
Assist in maintaining security and order in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Performs resident accountability throughout the shift (physically account for residents' whereabouts at all times and log this information in the appropriate logs).
Monitors activities and behavior of residents during transport and/or while in custody and maintains discipline.
Makes periodic unscheduled patrols of the areas, holding/staging areas and escorts in a safe manner.
Inspects each transport vehicle and/or individual for contraband including conducting a Tek-84 screening, frisk/pat search and removing all items from the individual’s pockets prior to transport.
Acquires and maintains working knowledge of radio, computers and other electronic equipment.
Prepares and completes reports such as progress reports and disciplinary and accident reports.
Prepares, maintains and reviews various reports and documentation such as booking document transport logs; etc.
Reports damaged or missing equipment/inventory to supervisors, monitors vehicle/equipment, reports repair needs repair/maintenance.
Ensures the cleaning and sanitizing of all transport vehicles and equipment.
Ensure each resident’s name appears on the transport docket paperwork before any transport commences.
Completes USMS Trip sheet and paperwork for all USMS transport.
Performs other related duties as required or directed.