Starting Hourly Rate: $20.23

Senior Transportation Officer (after 6-9 months on average based on performance): $21.92

Bonuses:

• 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

We offer: Medical, PTO, 5% 401k, bi-weekly pay, CDL School Assistance and more!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Willing to work changing hours
  • Must be 21 or older  
  • Must have a valid Drivers License 
  • Prefer Corrections, Security, Military Police, Military Security, Law Enforcement, or related experience

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel to Nashville, TN for a 3 week paid training program(costs are all paid for as well). If April 12th does not work as a start date for you we also have other classes throughout the year that we can slot you for. 
• Annual recertification and in-service training

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the safe and secure management of the inmate, detainee and/or resident population and trip movement. Follows sound correctional and transportation industry practices.

QUICK GROWTH!

After 3-6 months on average of being in the Transportation Officer role (TO), you can take Officer In Charge test and get promoted to Senior Transportation Officer (STO) which comes with an hourly rate increase as well as eligible for a quarterly bonus of up to $1,000 (every 3 months).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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. This includes listening to complaints and effectively resolving 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.