We are seeking a dedicated Prisoner Transport Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting inmates to and from court and medical appointments, transfers to or from other facilities. May require more than 8 hours on any given day and call out rotation. On days that no transportations are needed, the option of not working may be given. Other duties may require you to help jail staff with daily operations if not on a transport.
Requirements:
* At least 21 years of age
* P.O.S.T. certified in Missouri OR previous prisoner transport experience
* A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
* NO felony convictions or violent misdemeanors
* A valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work
* Ability to pass a background check and drug test (per policy, no marijuana usage is allowed once hired.)
* A good work ethic and strong moral compass
* The physical ability to fulfill the requirements of the job
Responsibilities:
-Transport inmates to and from court or medical appointments, transfer inmates to drop off at other facilities.
- Supervise and manage inmate activities both within the facility and during transports
- Conduct regular inspections of the transport vehicles to prevent contraband and maintain security
- Enforce rules and regulations to ensure compliance
- Respond to emergencies and incidents within the facility
- Document all activities, incidents, and behavior observations
- Knowledge of conflict management techniques
- Ability to supervise and maintain control in challenging situations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations calmly
- Physical fitness and ability to stand or ride in a vehicle for long periods
- Must pass a background check and drug screening (- By agency policy, marijuana use is not allowed once hired)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.11 - $16.47 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person