Armed Transportation Detention Officer

As an operating company wholly owned by an Alaska Native Corporation, AIP provides protective services & detention management operations for critical mission requirements. We prioritize continuous learning and advancing technologies to ensure we are ready for the threats of today and tomorrow.

The Armed Transportation/Detention Officer is responsible for providing secure and safe transportation of detainees to and from authorized locations in the Mount Laurel, NJ and surrounding areas as required.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Make official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete.
• Conduct a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer.
• Perform complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route.
• Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.
• Receive 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.
• Ensure that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
• Inspect, maintain, and care for authorized equipment including but not limited to:

• One approved semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines.
• All magazines loaded to full capacity.
• Handcuffs/leg irons and keys, waist chains, black boxes, and restraint keys.
• Ballistic vests which must be worn at all times while performing armed officer duties.

• Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees, 24 hours a day.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility.
• Provides care, custody and control of detainees.
• Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures.
• Guards detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care and when 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 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.
• Exercises judgment and uses 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 discretion with sensitive information.
• Possess a high degree of integrity and accountability.
• Knowledge of ICE PBNDS is a plus.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles, with a cross cultural perspective.

• US Citizen and have resided in the U.S. for at least 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.
• Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid state driver's license or CDL.
• Possess a valid state armed security license.
• 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.
• Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement and CDL requirements.

Preferred:

• Bilingual
• Employee meets essential functions and accepts job responsibilities as outlined in this job description

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.