Armed Security Transportation Officer​/Mount Laurel, NJ

Position: Armed Security Transportation Officer/ Mount Laurel, NJ
Location: Mount Laurel

SUMMARY Paragon Professional Services is seeking Transportation Officers for Armed Ground Transportation Services for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in New Jersey. Candidate will assume full time status at a salary of $37.15 per hour.
* Average completion time for onboarding and contract required training is roughly between 4 - 8 weeks. Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities The following duties outline the primary responsibilities associated with this position. This list is not exhaustive, and additional tasks may be assigned as needed. Perform transportation duties in accordance with PBNDS Standards and Training. Document all detainee transports, ensuring the safety of detainee records and possessions at all times. Provide trip documentation to the Transportation Coordinator promptly.

Inform the Operations Supervisor, Transportation Coordinator, and/or Project Manager of any route changes. Obtain all necessary detainee documentation from the transferring facility/agency before departure. Maintain organized vehicle maintenance and service records in designated binders. Report any safety-related transportation issues immediately, completing a vehicle repair order for the Fleet Management Supervisor. Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections on your assigned vehicle before leaving the hub.

Ensure all required equipment is present in your assigned vehicle, including first aid kits, insurance cards, flares, and security devices (refer to the vehicle equipment list). Arrive for work at the scheduled time assigned by the Operations Supervisor. If stationed at a guard post, such as a hospital, adhere to Post Orders and hospital protocols. Carry your guard card, weapons permit, ICE , Company , and medical card (if applicable) at all times.

Complete a post-vehicle check at the end of your assignment. Submit any gas receipts to the Fleet Management Supervisor. Report any accidents, incidents, or injuries related to transportation duties, completing any required incident reports before departure. Complete a Record of Presence (ROP), equipment, and key sign-in/out sheets, along with all necessary daily paperwork. Maintain a valid Armed Guard/Firearms permit to perform transport duties.

This includes passing periodic firearms recertification; failure to do so may result in reassignment. The Contractor will certify proficiency quarterly. Training will cover Use of Force, Tactics, Weapon Safety, and Range Qualifications. All Armed Officers must recertify with their duty handgun according to Federal contract or state requirements, achieving a minimum score of 200 (80%) out of 250 points while demonstrating safe weapon handling.

Be prepared for rotating shifts, as this is a 24/7 contract.
** Qualifications - Experience, Education, and Certification
** To succeed in this role, candidates must be able to effectively carry out all essential duties. The following qualifications represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities in performing essential functions.
** Required (Minimum)

Qualifications:

** - High School Diploma.

- Current federal background investigation with access or the ability to obtain it (e-QIP).

- A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Law Enforcement Officer and/or Military Police Officer, or six (6) months of experience as a security officer involved in the detention of civil or administrative detainees, or two (2) years of active-duty military service with an honorable discharge.
** Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:** - Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data entry.

- Effective organizational skills.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

** Possession of a valid New Jersey Permit to Carry Possession of a valid New Jersey Security Officer Registration Card Possession of a valid Driver’s License or valid Commercial Driver’s License for the state you reside in…