Detention Transport Officer

Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Detention Transport Officer, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, secure, and humane transportation of individuals within the correctional system. This dynamic position offers an opportunity to work in a structured environment focused on safety, compliance, and professional service. You will be responsible for transporting detainees securely between facilities, and community locations while adhering to strict policies and procedures. Your proactive approach and commitment to safety will help maintain order and uphold the integrity of our correctional operations.

Duties

• Safely transport detainees or incarcerated individuals to designated locations.
• Conduct thorough security checks before, during, and after transportation to ensure detainee safety and facility security.
• Supervise detainees during transit, ensuring proper behavior and adherence to facility rules.
• Maintain accurate records of transport activities, including logs, incident reports, and case documentation.
• Apply conflict management techniques to de-escalate tense situations during transport or within detention settings.
• Follow correctional policy compliance protocols and adhere to legal standards related to detainee rights and safety.
• Use manual handling skills for securing detainees in transport restraints or other necessary equipment while ensuring their well-being.

Requirements

• Must have CPR/AED/First aid, Texas DL, and Level 3 or higher
• Proven experience working with incarcerated individuals or within correctional settings.
• Demonstrated supervising experience with staff or detainees in a security or social work environment.
• Strong conflict management skills with the ability to handle challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Knowledge of report writing, records management, and case management practices related to detention or law enforcement activities.
• Background in law enforcement, military service, or security roles involving firearms handling and first aid protocols such as CPR and first aid certification.
• Familiarity with correctional policy compliance, security procedures, and inmate supervision standards.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely while managing weight handling in the workplace.
• Excellent communication skills with cultural competency awareness; experience working with youth is a plus.

Join us in making a difference by ensuring the safe transportation of individuals while upholding the highest standards of security and professionalism!

Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)
• CDL (Preferred)
• Texas Level 3 Commissioned license (Required)
• Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (AHA) (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $33