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AGS, an Akima company, is not just another federal security solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AGS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AGS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AGS delivers the people, equipment, and processes that safeguard federal buildings, military bases, and detention centers while supporting customers’ complex missions.
As an AGS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Hourly rate: $33.16/Hour
Job Summary:
AGS is looking for part time and full time Armed Transportation Officers and Supervisors to work in Fort Myers, FL. To join our outstanding team of professionals, apply today! www.akima.com/careers
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 maintains order and discipline
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
Required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons (Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy).
Inspects, maintains, and cares 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
Requalify with weapon quarterly
Makes official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete
Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer
Performs complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route
Inventories all equipment and notates the results in the log book
Receives all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition
Ensures that communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery
Augments staff as needed in the Krome Service Processing Center operations as required
Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees, 24 hours a day
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
Completes all training and job requirements.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience
US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for 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 if transporting over 16 passengers
Possess a valid armed security G license from the state of Florida
Ability to obtain a state security guard D license from the state of Florida
Maintain current/physical residency in the continental United States
Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement and CDL requirements
Demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles; with a cross cultural perspective
Ability to greet and deal tactfully 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
Proven ability to exercise good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his/her responsibilities
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 can compose written and oral reports
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
Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information
Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards
Physical Demands:
The incumbent is required to work the majority of hours in an indoor/outdoor detention center environment, standing and walking the majority of time, and respond quickly to changes in work demands, emerging situations and emergencies
This position requires the candidate to maintain physical fitness standards and must be able to pass and maintain required physical testing requirements and standards which includes:
Must be able to lift heavy object up to 50lbs frequently and up to 70lbs occasionally
Must be able to push a wheelchair bound individual weighing up to 300 lbs and helping individual in and out of chair
Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, twisting, reaching overhead and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodically
Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement related position throughout your employment under this contract
Ability to walk through all areas of the facility for tours and compliance inspections in varied weather conditions
Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend and reach for extended periods of time
Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations
Ability to work without restrictions and limitations
Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).