Police Officer - Seattle

at  Amtrak

Seattle, WA 98134, USA -

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Immediate24 Jan, 2025USD 90890 Annual24 Oct, 2024N/ASecurity,Police Officers,Communication Skills,Relocation,GedNoNo
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Description:

YOUR SUCCESS IS A TRAIN RIDE AWAY!

As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Seeking laterals and recently retired law enforcement professionals.
  • Must have completed Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) Law Enforcement Basic Academy or equivalency academy that is recognized by the CJTC; and successfully completed an agency’s law enforcement patrol Field Training Program and probationary program as a commissioned Police Officer.
  • Active and recently retired Seattle Police Officers are encouraged to apply.
  • Must be a United States citizen or meet the immigration requirements in the state where you will hold a railroad police officer commission.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be 21 years of age.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of appointment.
  • Must be able to pass all components of the police application process, including: a physical agility test, an interview, a psychological examination and an in-depth background investigation and a job-related physical examination.
  • Ability to obtain a railroad police commission from the State of Washington

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
    Requisition ID:158264
    Posting Location(s):Washington
    Job Family/Function:Safety & Security
    Relocation Offered:No
    Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

Responsibilities:

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.
  • Reads, interprets, and applies federal, state, and local laws and regulations, railroad and department policies and procedures.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Human Resources/HR

HR / Administration / IR

HR

Diploma

Proficient

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Seattle, WA 98134, USA