Initial Posting Date:

04/13/2026

Application Deadline:

04/22/2026

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$6,834 - $10,569

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Transport Unit Administrator, Security Operations Manager 1 (Salem) Transport Major

Job Description:

Transport Unit Administrator, Security Operations Manager 1 (Transport Major)

ODOC Transport Head Quarters (Salem, Oregon)

Oregon Department of Corrections

The Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly skilled, mission-driven Security Operations Manager 1 (‘Transport Major’) to oversee the ODOC Transportation Unit at the Transportation Unit Headquarters in Salem, Oregon. This position manages the day-to-day Adult-In-Custody (AIC) transportation operations for 12 correctional institutions, assisting the Functional Unit Manager in planning, directing, organizing, equipping and staffing. The role provides oversight for the Central Office transportation unit operations and four regional Transport Offices in Salem, Umatilla, Madras, and Ontario. Decisions in this position directly impact public safety, security, and the welfare of AICs and staff. Responsibilities include supervising the Transport Unit’s daily operations, ensuring secure transportation of AICs to and from authorized locations, and managing administrative and operational aspects of the department’s AIC transfer system, including institution-to-institution transfers, community-based escorts for medical procedures and court appearances, as well as intrastate and nationwide transfers and extraditions.

This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

About the Job – Your Role

The Transport Unit Administrator will manage, direct, and provide guidance to subordinate security and support staff while assisting in the overall security operations of the Transport Unit. This position is responsible for monitoring staffing levels using proper deployment principles and serves as a liaison between the Transport Unit and DOC Health Services, the Department of Justice, county agencies, medical providers, and internal security operations administrators, managers, and staff. The role includes implementing, evaluating, and modifying training for security staff within the Unit and across the Operations Division for AIC transports. The incumbent is expected to perform duties in a manner that promotes customer service and harmonious working relationships, treating all persons courteously and respectfully, actively supporting team participation, and developing positive working relationships through collaborative problem-solving. Managers and supervisors are also expected to foster a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion by recruiting, selecting, retaining, and promoting individuals from diverse backgrounds who align with the mission and values of the Department, while contributing to a respectful, productive, and positive work environment. The Transportation Unit Administrator is expected to foster career growth and development for employees and actively participate in succession planning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
• Two (2) years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Requested Skills

• Staff management and supervision, including deployment, scheduling, and performance monitoring.
• Labor management and operational planning, including minimizing overtime while meeting operational needs.
• Knowledge of attendance policies, early report-to-work programs, and light duty administration.
• Training and instruction on departmental regulations, standards, and operational policies.
• Performance management, including conducting Performance Accountability and Feedback check-ins, and follow-up on marginal or below-performance staff.
• Compliance management, internal auditing, and oversight of operational procedures, security protocols, and use-of-force reviews.
• Firearms oversight and supervision of staff authorized to carry firearms.
• Policy interpretation and application, including collective bargaining agreements, personnel law, and departmental procedures.
• Problem-solving, consultation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams and external agencies.
• Budget management, including preparation, administration, and monitoring of operational funds.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills to promote team effectiveness and operational success.

Preferred Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of ODOC Transportation Unit operations.
• In-depth knowledge of Contract 5321 requirements between the State Police Superintendent and the Director of the Oregon Department of Corrections.
• Current Special State Police status in accordance with Contract 5321.
• Experience with Adult in Custody (AIC) transport operations, including intrastate, interstate, court, and medical transfers.
• Experience managing security operations within a correctional or public safety environment.
• Experience administering, managing, and sustaining a vehicle fleet.

Application Information

• In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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Working Conditions

Work is performed in both institutional and community settings under security supervision, involving the transportation of Adults in Custody (AICs) between facilities, to medical and dental appointments, court appearances, and travel throughout the continental United States. AICs may become angry, hostile, abusive, or aggressive, increasing the risk of physical injury, death, or hostage situations to employees and the public. The position requires providing assistance during AIC unrest or other emergencies, including responding 24/7 by cell phone to support the Unit and department as needed. Work may include weekends, holidays, and extended hours due to high AIC movement schedules or emergencies, as well as travel by car or plane to statewide meetings and various locations. Employees must physically perform instant or sustained activity and qualify three times per year with a variety of weapons. The role also requires regular use of a computer for email communication and preparation of written reports.

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Process – What to Expect

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Maria Arellano, Maria.A.Arellano@doc.state.or.us

Reference Number: 197646

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• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.