Overview

Scoop

Day-to-Day

• Prepare reports documenting investigation activities and results.
• Monitor transit areas and conduct security checks to protect railroad properties, patrons, and employees.
• Apprehend or remove trespassers or thieves from railroad property or coordinate with law enforcement agencies in apprehensions and removals.
• Direct security activities at derailments, fires, floods, or strikes involving railroad property.
• Patrol railroad yards, cars, stations, or other facilities to protect company property or shipments and to maintain order.

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In Action

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Transit Police

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Pathways to this Career

Here are few pathways you can take to become a Transit Police. Click on a pathway to learn more about it.

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

📚 Skills-Focused

Finish in 6 months - 2 years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

📚 College

Finish in 2-3 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

📚 College

Finish in 4-5+ years

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Law & Public Safety

The primary activities of this group involve enforcing laws, protecting individuals and property, and providing legal advice and representation in various areas of the law.