CO Transportation at State of Montana

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.TRANSPORTATION OFFICER Central RegionMONTANA STATE PRISONDEER LODGE MT The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!The Public Safety Division operates Montanas prisons safely and securely and provides supervision and support for offenders in the community through its Probation and Parole Bureau. The work performed in this division is integral to the departments mission to create a safer Montana through accountability rehabilitation and empowerment. Make a difference! Join us today!JOB OVERVIEW This position is responsible for the overall safety and security of inmates staff and visitors of Montana State Prison and Montana Correctional Enterprises. Transportation Officers are responsible for a wide variety of security duties relative to the safe orderly and cost-effective operation of inmate transports for the Montana Department of Corrections. Supervise offenders on and off propertyConducts thorough inspections and searches of inmates buildings and groundsPerforms security observation and inspectionPrepares documentation regarding institutional matters such as incident reports disciplinary documentation counts and logsOperates security equipmentRecognizes critical behavior and provides intervention for offendersRestrains and controls offendersResponds to emergenciesEnforces and follows rules and regulationsEnsures offenders basic needs are metMay be assigned to full time Transportation dutySecure transportation of inmatesQUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent and a valid drivers license are required.Two years of progressively responsible Correctional Officer experience is preferred.A background check including criminal records check child/patient/offender abuse registries will be required prior to being hired.A background form pre-interview questionnaire must be completed prior to interviewing for position.Basic POST Certification is preferred must be obtained within one year. PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER INFORMATIONThis position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of addition to the training and experience requirements to be POST Certified the successful candidate(s) must:Be a citizen of the United States of America;Be at least 18 years of age;Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background screen;Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; ANDPossess or be eligible for a valid Montana drivers license.BENEFITS Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits.State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSOnly online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.To initiate an application and be considered you must attach your resume cover letter and mark the attachments as a Relevant your cover letter state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.Successful applicants will be subject to:Criminal history checkChild/patient/offender abuse registriesReference checks NOTICESBrady Act & Lautenberg Amendment- Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or is the subject of a court order of protection for an intimate partner or child of such intimate partner cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(91)). Candidates who have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or were issued a court order of protection are not qualified for this position. Prison Rape Elimination Act - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force overt or implied threats of force or coercion or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.Tobacco Free -The use of all tobacco products including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited. Key Skills Javase,Analysis,Legal Operations,Light Vehicle Driving,Adobe Indesign Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1