Transport Officer

Job Description

Job Description

S UMMARY OF P OSITION :

This position is responsible for transporting prisoners from the arrest site to the DeKalb County jail and from the DeKalb County jail to the City of Doraville Municipal Court and other assigned locations as needed. This position will also provide administrative support to the police department clerical staff as assigned.

E SSENTIAL D UTIES AND R ESPONSIBILITIES :

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of a specific statement from the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Picks up and transports prisoners to and from DeKalb County jail, other City/County jails, or City of Doraville Municipal Court as assigned.
• Transports prisoners from jail facility to doctor/hospital as assigned. Also obtains and files prisoners’ medical records as assigned.
• Transports prisoners to and from jail facilities to City facilities for building and grounds maintenance as assigned.
• Provides clerical support to police administration as assigned. Duties include:
  • Taking “walk-in” reports from citizens and process as required.
  • Completing all prisoner intake paperwork.
  • Provides assistance in filing and retrieving police records as assigned.
  • Processes bonding transactions and receive fees.
• Assists Fleet Manager with fleet maintenance and associated equipment maintenance.
• Assists with maintenance of departmental equipment, excluding firearms.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of the job.

D ESIRED S KILLS AND Q UALIFICATIONS :

• Knowledge of computers and computer software applications.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, equipment, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in operation of issued equipment and motor vehicle.
• Ability to operate a police radio, computer, and office equipment.
• Ability to enter and retrieve data in a personal computer and complete incident reports.
• Ability to pass the Georgia Public Safety Training jailer certification course (80- hour) during the first 12 months of employment.
• Ability to strictly follow department procedures, including proper procedures when transporting prisoners.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with employees and the general public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, state and federal authorities, civic leaders and the public.
• Ability to manage stressful situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• High School graduate or GED.
• Must possess a valid State of Georgia Driver’s License (Class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must be able to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation, to include but not limited to, a physical examination with drug screening and an oral interview.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Related military or law enforcement/corrections experience preferred.

A T -W ILL E MPLOYMENT :

This classification specification does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Employment with the City of Doraville is at-will in accordance with Georgia law.

E QUAL O PPORTUNITY :

The City of Doraville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.