Armed Transportation Officer w / CDL ($30.00 / hour plus $5.09 H&W

Armed Transportation / Detention Officer

The Armed Transportation / Detention Officer is responsible for providing secure and safe transportation of detainees to and from authorized locations in El Paso, TX and surrounding areas as required.

Responsibilities :

• Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort and transport of detainees as required by the contract
• Exercises surveillance and control over detainees and maintains order and discipline during transports
• Makes official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete
• Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer
• Performs complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route
• Operates in full compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Inventories all equipment and notates the results in the logbook
• Receives all authorized equipment and ensures that it is in proper working condition
• Required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons
• Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy
• Ensures that communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery
• Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized equipment
• Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees 24 hours a day
• Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility
• Provides care, custody and control of detainees
• Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures
• Guards detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care and when and other duties as assigned
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English

Concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports

Pass and maintain required medical and physical testing requirements and standards

Exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with first response to any and all situations

Demonstrates proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy and procedure

Maintain physical fitness standards and proficiency with firearms issued and other special equipment

Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with sensitive information

Possess a high degree of integrity and accountability

Knowledge of ICE PBNDS is a plus

Ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles, with a cross-cultural perspective

Qualifications :

Must be U.S. citizen or US legal permanent residents residing in the US for at least 3 of the last 5 years

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record)

Obtain and maintain a DHS / ICE government clearance

Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests

Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements

At least 21 years of age

Possess a valid state driver's license and CDL

Possess a valid state armed security license

One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience demonstrating the following :

Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public

Capability of following and interpreting / understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and are able to compose written and oral reports

Ability to exercise good judgment : courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his / her responsibilities

Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuations

Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement and CDL requirements

Preferred :

Bilingual

Pay and Benefits :

Hourly Rate : $30.00 plus $5.09 H&W

Texas Security License Number : B20019