Transportation Officer

$37.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Texas $28.38 - $38.98 Per hour Transportation Officer

BERING STRAITS NATIVE

CORPORATION and

PARAGON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Occupation:

Transit and Railroad Police

Location:

El Paso, TX - 79925 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16984489

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

02/27/2026

Updated:

03/02/2026

Expires:

05/31/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 12 Month(s) Age 21 and up DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Help for . SUMMARY Paragon Professional Services, LLC a subsidiary of Bering Straits Government Services, is currently seeking a qualified Detention Officer in El Paso, TX. This position is for a federally contracted detention officer position that falls under the scope of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The position is in El Paso, Texas, at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Service Processing Center. The detention officer position is a multi-encompassing and dynamic job that requires physical, mental, and cognitive abilities associated with a detention facility.

WORK LOCATION

El Paso, Texas

COMPENSATION

$37.00+ per hour

BENEFITS

401K, Vacation, Health and Welfare benefits

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. Perform all duties as directed in accordance with NDS 2025/ACA and ICE facility policy standards. Follow and abide by company policies and directives. Respond to emergency situations, such as fires, facility disturbances, riots, etc. Prevent and detect contraband. Prevent and detect escape attempts. Observe, prevent, and report all instances of disorder or non-compliance as directed by ICE and PPS policies and procedures. Transport Officers are required to maintain a valid Armed Guard/Firearms permit as part of their qualifications to perform transport duties. Maintenance includes passing the periodic firearms recertification. Officers who fail to maintain their armed guard/firearms permit may not be assigned to Transportation duties. The Contractor shall certify proficiency every quarter. Training curriculum shall include Use of Force training, Tactics, Weapon Safety, and Range Qualifications. All Armed Officers are required to recertify with their issued duty handgun at periodicities outlined in the Federal contract or state requirements. Officers must achieve a minimum score of 200 or 80% out of 250 points and must demonstrate safe handling and manipulation of their weapon (or as mandated by state requirements).

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required (Minimum)

Qualifications:

21 years of age when applying for the position or older U.S. Citizen or LPR Not Currently Employed by a federal agency or active-duty military HS Graduate or GED Ability to obtain and keep a state security license (Noncommission/Commission) 6 months Detention/Security Experience/Military (prison, detention center, etc.) Pass Government Clearance (T1/T2) Pass DOT Drug screening. Obtain ACA correctional officer certification within 1 year of employment. Meet the minimum physical requirements for the position. Valid state security license Texas Commission LEVEL 3 Possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement Possession of a USDOT Medical Card (for CDL license holders only) Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Physically capable of responding to emergencies, such as running with a fire extinguisher. Capable of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations. English literacy and ability to write reports in English. Meet and maintain physical/health requirements for duties. Ability to use Computer Programs, such as Microsoft Excel and Word.

PREFERRED

Bachelors degree from an accredited university 1 year of experience in a detention center or prison setting. Ability to speak, write, and comprehend a second language (Spanish or any language)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential job functions will require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing, and complex movements for prolonged periods of time. Applicants must be able to perform pat-down searches and be able to physically search physical structures for contraband. Applicants must be able to respond to emergency situations, such as fires, and run for prolonged distances with a fire extinguisher. Applicants must also be able to respond to physical disturbances that are violent in nature. Applicants must be able to assist in quelling physical altercations, as well as defend themselves from physical assault.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The job is performed in a multitude of settings. There are various positions that could tentatively be performed on any given 8 - 12-hour day.

These include the following:

Exposure to extreme climate temperatures and conditions Exposure to sun and climate conditions, to include standing up and/or walking for more than 8 hours. Sitting at the desk and periodically walking to conduct security checks. Utilizing computers in offices or buildings Confined to office space for more than 8 hours.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

This position is subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation safety-sensitive functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations. holder Preference. BSGS gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSGS shareholders, shareholder descendants, and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Bering Straits Government Services is an equal opportunity employer. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug-free workplace.