Job Information
Akima, LLC - Batavia, NY (Detention Facility) Armed Transportation Officer in Batavia, New York
At AIP, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments inthe United States.
Job Summary:
AIP is looking for a Armed Transportation Officers for future anticipated openings. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Under direct supervision of the on-duty Shift Supervisor, or general supervision of facility command staff. Responsible for maintaining a secure detention facility and the safe custody of detainees.
Hourly rate is $17.72/hour during training and increases to $35.97 after training
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Supervises and controls detainee behavior during the operation of the detention facility; or restrain by force if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints.
Exercises appropriate judgment in handling of special needs situations or detainees.
Communicates effectively and coherently with other staff or detainee with approved facility communication devices including the telephone system, intercom system, and portable radios; demonstrate effective communicative skills with detainee, public and staff.
Performs searches of detainees, vehicles, mail items, objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, indoor and outdoor areas which may involve feeling or detecting objects, walking, kneeling, bending or stooping for long periods of time.
Maintains control over detainees by always being aware of their location and documenting such.
Escorts detainees (hostile, aggressive, passive, etc.) using handcuffs and other approved restraints in accordance to policy and procedure.
Maintains company equipment and uniforms in functional condition as prescribed for by company policy.
Collects, resolves and/or directs to appropriate individual or division, detainee complaints, grievances or requests.
Prepares investigative and other reports or documentation, using appropriate grammar.
Observes and controls visitors and detainees prior to, during and after visits.
Performs related duties and other responsibilities as assigned.
Provides detainee admission and release services in Processing according to Post Orders.
Transports detainees securely using ICE approved restraints and vehicles to off-site locations.
Maintains uninterrupted constant custody care and control at off-site locations.
Secures Outer Perimeter, Main Gate and Lobby areas of the Facility in accordance to the Post Orders.
Must wear necessary PPE duty gear at all times.
Maintains NYS Armed Guard card which includes yearly firearms qualification and security training.
Completes quarterly ICE firearms qualification.
Retains a current NYS CDL with passenger endorsement.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Highschool Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Minimum 1 year experience interacting with the public.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a valid New York State (NYS) pistol permit.
Must have NYS Armed Guard Card.
Must possess minimum Class C CDL, Class B preferred.
Must be able to pass extensive background investigation and drug test. Random drug testing will be performed.
Posted Salary Range
17.72 new hire training and 35.97 after training
Benefits Information
CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Job: Protective Services
Travel: Yes, 25% of the time
Organization: AIP - Akima Infrastructure Protection
Clearance: Able to Obtain Public Trust
Work Type: On-Site
Remote: No
