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Transportation Specialist

The Transportation Specialist is responsible for operating the detainee/prisoner transportation system and providing oversight and coordination of all trip activities in accordance with the policies, procedures and goals established by TransCor.

Job Duties:

Provide and manage detainee safety, security and transport via ground in accordance with policy and procedures and applicable regulations and statutes.
Responsible for detainee pickup from a sending agency, transporting and delivering detainee and detainee property to specified receiving agency.
Completion of the proper paperwork and/or documentation on all transactions, i.e. trip activities, expenses and prisoner receipts.
Conduct regular vehicle and equipment inspections and maintenance while en route.
Comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) hours of service regulations. Maintain logbook reporting and completion of all required paperwork in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations.
Consult with Operations Manager, Trip Management and other Operations Center personnel in assessing situations and making decisions.
Maintain physical and mental fitness to endure demanding trip schedules while retaining alertness, as well as protecting team, detainees and the public in times of emergency.
Establish relationships and communicate with individuals at agencies, maintaining order with detainees and minimizing the use of force.
Assist with ongoing and required communications with Trip Management in the Operations Center.
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience in prisoner transportation, security, law enforcement, corrections or military preferred.
Possess a valid Class A or B driver’s license or permit with airbrake and passenger endorsements.

Additional Requirements:

Must be at least 21 years old, pass a fingerprint-based background check, credit check, motor vehicle records check, which must reflect a clean driving record for the past 18 months, Department of Transportation physical examination, pre-employment drug screen and Human Performance Evaluation.

Once employed, Transportation Specialists will participate in a random drug-screening program, be required to maintain a good driving record and participate in re-certification training.

You may apply online by clicking here. Completed applications may be emailed to jobs@transcor.com or mailed to 646 Melrose Ave, Nashville, TN 37211, Attn: Human Resources, or fax to (615) 240-4402


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	TransCor Careers Transportation Specialist The Transportation Specialist is responsible for operating the detainee/prisoner transportation system and providing oversight and coordination of all trip activities in accordance with the policies, procedures and goals established by TransCor. Job Duties: Provide and manage detainee safety, security and transport via ground in accordance with policy and procedures and applicable regulations and statutes. Responsible for detainee pickup from a sending agency, transporting and delivering detainee and detainee property to specified receiving agency. Completion of the proper paperwork and/or documentation on all transactions, i.e. trip activities, expenses and prisoner receipts. Conduct regular vehicle and equipment inspections and maintenance while en route. Comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) hours of service regulations. Maintain logbook reporting and completion of all required paperwork in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations. Consult with Operations Manager, Trip Management and other Operations Center personnel in assessing situations and making decisions. Maintain physical and mental fitness to endure demanding trip schedules while retaining alertness, as well as protecting team, detainees and the public in times of emergency. Establish relationships and communicate with individuals at agencies, maintaining order with detainees and minimizing the use of force. Assist with ongoing and required communications with Trip Management in the Operations Center. Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience in prisoner transportation, security, law enforcement, corrections or military preferred. Possess a valid Class A or B driver’s license or permit with airbrake and passenger endorsements. Additional Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old, pass a fingerprint-based background check, credit check, motor vehicle records check, which must reflect a clean driving record for the past 18 months, Department of Transportation physical examination, pre-employment drug screen and Human Performance Evaluation. Once employed, Transportation Specialists will participate in a random drug-screening program, be required to maintain a good driving record and participate in re-certification training. You may apply online by clicking here. Completed applications may be emailed to jobs@transcor.com or mailed to 646 Melrose Ave, Nashville, TN 37211, Attn: Human Resources, or fax to (615) 240-4402