Armed Transportation Officer Security Clearance

Position: Armed Transportation Officer with Security Clearance
AGS is looking for a Transportation Security Officer to work in Florence, AZ. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Hourly Rate: $32.14 $ 5,000 Sign-On Bonus Responsibilities
* Ensures the safety and security of detainees in custody, acting in accordance with the highest ethical standards at all times, and ensuring a spirit of fairness and integrity in the on-going execution of their duties.

* Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort and transport of detainees as required by the contract.

* Exercises surveillance and control over detainees and maintains order and discipline.

* Makes official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete.
* Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer.
* Performs complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route.
* Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.
* Receives all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition.
* You are required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons.
* Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy.
* Ensures that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
* Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized equipment including but not limited to:
* Qualify quarterly with a company issued semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines.

* Successfully complete all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina.
* Guards detainees at during transport, while receiving medical care and other duties as assigned.

* Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.

* Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies. Qualifications
* US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for the last five years.
* Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

* Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record).

* Obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE Government clearance.

* Armed Transportation Officers are required to have and maintain a commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement to provide detainee transportation, medical escorts, and stationary on call guard services.
* Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
* Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements.

* At least 21 years of age.
* Must possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL) or possess a valid state CDL permit.

* Completion of Air brake test and Passenger endorsement tests.

* Ability to obtain and maintain a Class-B CDL with passenger endorsement

* Ability to obtain an armed state security guard license from the state of Arizona.
* One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience demonstrating the following:
* Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public.

* Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and are able to compose written and oral reports.
* Ability to exercise good judgment: courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his/her responsibilities.
* Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuations.
* Maintain current/physical residency in the continental United States.
* Strictly maintain physical fitness standards CDL requirements.
* Transportation Officers are responsible for safely transporting detainees to and from authorized locations or to augment staff as required.
* Requalify with weapon quarterly.
* Complete all training, basic and annual refresher, maintain an appropriate level of fitness and continually meet all job requirements throughout the contract life span.
* Speak, read, write, and understand English.
* Concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports.
* Pass and maintain required medical and physical testing requirements and standards.
* Exercise judgment and use discretion in dealing with first response to any and all situations.
* Demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy and procedure.

* Maintain physical fitness standards and proficiency with firearms issued and other special equipment.
* Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and…