SUMMARY
Paragon Professional Services, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is currently seeking a qualified Transportation Officer for Armed Ground Transportation Services for DHS.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.
Perform transportation duties per PBNDS Standards and Training.
Ensure all detainee transports are documented and detainee records and possessions are safeguarded at all times. Provide trip documentation to the Transportation Coordinator in a timely manner.
Notify Operations Supervisor, Transportation Coordinator, and/or Project Manager of any route variations.
Ensure that any required detainee documentation is obtained from the transferring facility/agency prior to departure.
Ensure that assigned vehicle maintenance and service records are in corresponding binders.
Report any safety-related transportation issues immediately and complete a vehicle repair order and give to the Supervisor in charge of Fleet Management.
Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections on your assigned vehicle prior to departing the hub.
Ensure all required equipment is present in your assigned vehicle prior to departing. This shall include, but not limited to, first aid kits, insurance card, flares, security devices, etc. (See equipment list assigned to each vehicle.)
Report for work at your scheduled time (assigned by Operations Supervisor daily).
If assigned to a stationary guard post, such as hospital duty, ensure compliance with Post Orders and hospital protocol.
Ensure you have in your possession at all times; guard card, weapons permit, ICE ID, Company ID, medical card (if applicable).
Complete post vehicle check at the completion of your assignment.
Forward any gas receipts to the Supervisor in charge of Fleet Management.
Report any accidents, incidents, and/or injuries associated with your transportation duties. Complete any required incident reports and/or documentation prior to your departure.
Complete a Record of Presence (ROP), equipment, and key sign-in/out sheet and all associated paperwork necessary on a daily basis.
QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REQUIRED (MINIMUM NECESSARY) QUALIFICATIONS (APPLIES TO BOTH THIS SECTION AND KSAOS)
High School Diploma
Current federal background investigation and access or ability to obtain (e-Qip)
Minimum two (2) years experience as a Law Enforcement Officer and/or Military Police Officer or six (6) months experience as a security officer engaged in functions related to detailing civil or administrative detainees or, two (2) years active-duty military service with an honorable discharge.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and data entry.
Effective organizational skills.
Preferred
Possession of a valid Maryland Wear Carry Permit
Possession of a valid Maryland Security Guard Certification
Possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License for the state you reside in
NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENT
This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation "safety-sensitive" functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Job is performed in a transportation vehicle either as a driver or passenger responsible for maintaining the safety and security of all detainees.
Daily exposure to various individuals whose medical history is unknown resulting in possible exposure to potentially contagious air and blood-borne pathogens.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS
Ability to obtain and maintain Federal Government Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain Maryland Wear Carry Permit
Ability to obtain and maintain Maryland Security Guard Certification
Ability to pass pre-hire and random drug tests and physicals
Valid Drivers License for the State you reside in
As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.
SHAREHOLDER PREFERENCE
BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants, and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.
BERING STRAITS NATIVE CORPORATION
Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
E-VERIFICATION EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION PROGRAM
We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
We are a drug-free workplace.
Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC), owned by Alaska Native shareholders, actively pursues responsible development of our resources and other business opportunities. Through its subsidiaries, BSNC serves government and commercial customers through