Armed Transportation Officer w​/CDL &W Security Clearance

The Armed Transportation/Detention Officer is responsible for providing secure and safe transportation of detainees to and from authorized locations in El Paso, TX and surrounding areas as required.

Hourly Rate: $30.00 plus $5.09 H&W

$2,500 sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates with current DHS ICE Clearance and 1 year of detention experience for qualified candidates after November 9, 2025 only.

• 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 during transports
• 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
• Operate in full compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook
• Receive all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition
• Be required to carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons as a duty weapon
• Use intermediate weapons in accordance with the Service‑approved Use of Force policy
• Ensure that the 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, keys, waist chains, black boxes, and restraint keys
• Ballistic vests, which must be worn at all times while performing armed officer duties
• Attend to the housing, feeding, and physical well‑being of detainees 24 hours a day
• Enforce rules and regulations of the detention facility
• Provide care, custody, and control of detainees
• Remove detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures
• Guard detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care, and for other duties as assigned
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Follow company‑wide safety policies and practices and adhere to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting, and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other company safety policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Must be able to 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
• Exercise judgment and use discretion in dealing with the first response to any situation
• 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

• Must be U.S. citizen
• 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 and 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…