Metro Transit Police Officer

WMATA; Virginia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to community safety as a Metro Transit Police Officer. This dynamic role offers you the chance to protect transit patrons while advancing your career through continuous training and professional growth. Enjoy a competitive starting salary, a generous signing bonus, and comprehensive benefits. With full authority across multiple jurisdictions, you will make a tangible difference in the community. This is an excellent opportunity for those with a high school diploma or higher education credentials, especially for lateral candidates with relevant experience. Be part of a respected and stable organization committed to safety and service.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Lateral candidates with military or police experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform crime scene investigations and crisis response.
• Conduct patrol duties to ensure community safety.

Skills

Crime Scene Investigation

Crisis Response

Patrol Duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Join the Metro Transit Police Department and Serve with Purpose!

Are you ready to protect the safety and welfare of transit patrons while advancing your career? As a Metro Transit Police Officer, you will uphold the law, investigate crimes, and make a tangible difference in our community. With full arrest powers in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia, you'll have the authority to protect and serve across region.

Why Choose Us?

-Professional Growth: Our officer's benefit from continuous training and development, preparing them for increasing responsibilities and career advancement opportunities.

-Lateral Move Program: Having demonstrated excellence through your education, during your career and or work history, potential candidates have to opportunity to be considered for higher earnings. Qualified Laterals include Sworn Officers, Correctional Officers, Military and those with a Bachelor's Degree or higher education credentials.

-Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive starting salary, a $20K signing bonus, robust benefits package, and the security of working within a respected and stable organization.

In this dynamic, fast-paced role, you'll perform critical tasks including crime scene investigation, crisis response, patrol duties, and more. Join a team committed to ensuring safety in the community and the Metro system.

Please visit our website to see salary information and apply online www.wmata.com/careers

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or possession of a general equivalency diploma (GED)

Pre-hire Information

We're excited to share that as part of our recruitment process, the Metro Transit Police Department includes a written examination during the background evaluation phase. Good news! This requirement will be waived for lateral police officers, military veterans, and anyone with a four-year college degree.

Physical Agility Test Requirements

We want all applicants to be prepared and confident! Our physical agility test is designed to ensure you're ready for the demands and essential functions of the job. To follow are details for the Physical Agility assessment.

Complete a 1.5-mile run in 17 minutes and 54 seconds
Do 12 push-ups in 1 minute
Complete 23 sit-ups in 1 minute
Looking forward to seeing you succeed!