Corrections Transportation Officer E10

Job Title

Corrections Transportation Officer

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer. MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

Employees in this job transport offenders of all security classifications to various locations within and outside the state. The employee oversees and participates in the custody, security, and treatment of offenders while transporting them to various locations. The employee works independently and without supervisory direction, and must exercise discretion and independent judgment in critical, complex, and potentially violent situations.

Completion of 15 semester (23 term) college credits in any field.

Two years of experience equivalent to a Corrections Officer or a Corrections Medical Aide, including one year equivalent to a Corrections Officer 9 or Corrections Medical Aide 9.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment and random-selection drug and alcohol testing.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Compliance with the Department of Corrections' grooming standards for Corrections Transportation Officers.

Successful completion of twenty-four hours of transportation training.

Satisfactory completion of physical fitness standards, annual re-certification, and training.

Some positions may require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State a required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle with passenger rating. Some positions may also require air brake endorsement.

Qualified in the use of chemical gas agents.

Certification in the operation of various firearms including the ability to secure a concealed weapons permit. At the time of appointment, incumbent must have no limitation that would prevent the issuance of a concealed weapons permit.

May be required to possess an ambulance operator license.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

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• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).
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