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Armed Security Transportation Officer/ West Friendship, MD

Bering Straits Native Corporation

West Friendship, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Background Investigation, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Data Entry, Documentation, Driver's License, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Firearms Experience, Fitness, Fleet Management, High School Diploma, Homeland Security, Hospital, Law Enforcement, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Office, Military, Onboarding, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Pathogens, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Services, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Record Keeping, Repair Orders, Safety/Work Safety, Security Clearance, Staff Requirements, Writing Skills
LOCATION
West Friendship, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago
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 Maryland. Candidate will assume full time status at a salary of $27.68 per hour. *Average completion time for onboarding and contract required training is roughly between 4 - 8 weeks. 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 ID, Company ID, 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. Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal. **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. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Valid Maryland Wear and Carry Permit.- Valid Maryland Security Guard Certification.- Valid Commercial Driver’s License for the state of residence. --- **Necessary Physical Requirements:** The physical demands outlined here represent the requirements an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities. Essential functions may require maintaining physical fitness for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for extended periods. Most time will be spent sitting in a transportation vehicle with limited movement. --- **DOT Covered/Safety-Sensitive Role Requirements:** This position is not subject to federal requirements concerning Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions. --- **Work Environment:** The characteristics of the work environment necessary for performing the essential functions of this role include: - Working in a transportation vehicle, either as a driver or passenger, responsible for the safety and security of all detainees. Daily exposure to various individuals with unknown medical histories may lead to potential exposure to contagious air and bloodborne pathogens. --- **Supervisory Responsibilities:** This position has no supervisory responsibilities. --- **Additional Qualifying Factors:** - Ability to obtain and maintain Federal Government Clearance (Public Trust or Secret).- Ability to obtain and maintain a Maryland Wear Carry Permit.- Ability to obtain and maintain Maryland Security Guard Certification.- Ability to pass pre-hire and random drug tests and physical examinations.- Valid Driver’s License for the state of residence. 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 is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Bering Straits Native Corporation

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

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
WEBSITE
http://beringstraits.com/