SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

Performs general police duties, processes and operations for the protection of life and property and enforces federal, state and local laws, prevents crime and preserves peace in a railroad surface transportation environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Responsible for the safety and protection of all persons, including passengers, employees and property.
• Performs patrol duties on foot and in a police vehicle for prolonged periods of time.
• Performs security and safety activities at incidents, including, but not limited to, derailments, floods, fires, hazardous material incidents, special trains, and company functions involving railroad property and responsibility.
• Responds to call for service and assistance, identifies hazards and takes proactive steps to resolve problems.
• Arrests and detains offenders, conducts thorough preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes and reduce criminal opportunities, conducts searches and seizures and serves warrants.
• Effectively deals with individuals under various circumstances to resolve disputes and neutralize hostilities, mediates disputes;

assists individuals who are sick and need assistance, administers first aid when necessary.

• Maintains proficiency and safely operates police equipment, including vehicles, computers and weapons, including a firearm.
• Communicates verbally in person and by radio; presents testimony and evidence in administrative, civil and criminal proceedings;

maintains open line of communications with law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, internal and external partners, as necessary or when directed.

• Records information and prepares a variety of detailed reports with clearly organized thoughts and conclusions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Seeking laterals and recently retired law enforcement professionals. Must possess a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate upon appointment.

Minimum of one-year experience as a full-time, sworn patrol officer with a California police or sheriff’s department, and have passed a patrol field training program and probationary period.

Attach current California Basic Certificate with resume. Must be a United States citizen or have the ability to work in the United States.

Active and recently retired California Police Officers are encouraged to apply.

• Must be a United States citizen or meet the immigration requirements in the state where they will hold a railroad police officer commission.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of appointment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to pass all components of the police application process, including : a physical agility test meeting the following standards : Bench Press : 57% of applicant’s weight;
• Illinois Agility run : 20.6 seconds; 300 meter run : 92 seconds; push ups : 12; and 1.5 mile run : 19 : 45 minutes; an interview;

a psychological examination and an in-depth background investigation and a job related physical exam.

Ability to obtain a railroad police commission from the State of California.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

The hourly rate is : 1 full year of prior service at probationary rate - $43.6973 / hour ($90,890 / year) , 4-5 full years of prior service at probationary rate - $47.

679 / hour ($99,173 / year) (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

• Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts;
• 401k retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility;

Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.

Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Last updated : 2024-05-12