City of Las Cruces Looking for TRANSPORT OFFICER at Las Cruces NM United States Full Time

Transports prisoners, documentation, and materials between various locations

Environmental Factors : Works ninety () percent in a vehicle and / or in outdoor conditions while performing essential job functions with exposure to various weather elements

Officers move in and out of buildings while conducting their work and are required to wear a uniform with personal protective equipment (e

g radio, baton, mace, edged weapon vests, handcuffs)Physical Factors : Ability to exert physical effort in the effective restraint and / or pursuit of transportees, stand and or sit for extended periods of time, move in and out of vehicles regularly and assist arrestees in and out of the transport vehicle

Visual acuity and ability to perceive and discriminate soundsWork Situation Factors : Position involves competing demands, multiple tasks and occasional work beyond normal business hours

Aggressive verbal and / or physically abusive behavior may occur from transportees

Requires completion of background investigation

Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services

Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies

FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES WHO MEET ALL THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process

Full-time; regular; non-exempt; union-represented

This position is graded as a SO-Transports prisoners between detention facilities, courts, and various other locations

Prepares, completes, and maintains various logs, forms and documents and records transport activitiesUtilizes a two-way communication device

Monitors activities and behavior of prisoners during transport and / or while in custodyAssists officers in bookingVerifies the identification of persons in custody

Completes and verifies booking documents and maintains security during transportProvides CPR / first aid and / or obtains medical assistance as needed

Prepare and present various special and recurring reportsCommunicates with supervisors, employees, dispatchers, detention center staff, court personnel and others as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, and resolve issues

Equivalent to a high school diploma and one () year experience in law enforcement, corrections, detention, security or related field

A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy

Licenses / Certification(s) : Valid driver’s license is required

Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies

First Aid and CPR certification must be obtained within six () months of hire date

Must pass a thorough background investigationKnowledge of safe restraint techniques, first aid and CPR

Skill in :

• applying principles of persuasion or influence over others; use of safe and effective restraint techniques; legibly completing logs and reports according to established schedule;
• safe operation of a motor vehicle through city traffic; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software;

operation of two-way communication devices; conflict resolution

Ability to :

• comply with established policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships with city employees, other organizations and the public;
• perform duties firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of citizens; maintain personal conduct, attitude and appearance in stressful situations in conformance with established guidelines;

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