Job Information
Mississippi Employer Transportation Officer in Natchez, Mississippi
Job Summary
The position of Transportation Officer is responsible for the custody, discipline, and transfer of offenders/detainees assigned to the unit in compliance with company policies and procedures while also ensuring transportation vehicles are properly maintained and safe for transports.
Essential duties
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Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections on all vehicles.
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Responsible for necessary paperwork.
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Provide custody/safety of detainees.
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Read, review, and properly apply information found in inmate records which is related to the inmates' health and safety.
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Obey all applicable traffic laws.
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Ensure sanitation of transport vehicles.
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Promote the development of positive social skills.
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Maintain accountability of staff and inmates; adhere to safety practices.
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Comply with all applicable regulations.
Required Knowledge Skill/Abilities
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
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Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
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Ability to function well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience
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Must be at least 23 years of age.
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Valid Driver's License with a clear MVR for three (3) years.
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Valid CDL (required) with the Passenger (P) endorsement (preferred), with Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse-DOT (required).
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Required to maintain specific State and Federal licenses due to contractual agreements.
Physical Requirements
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Long periods of continuous standing and walking.
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Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
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Repetitive climbing of stairs.
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Occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50-100lbs.
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Occasional grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting.
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Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform "pet" or "strip" searches.
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Occasional responding to altercationsand occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders.
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Ability to withstand occasional direct or indirect exposure to OC spray.
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Exposure to the elements.
