Police Officer - Seattle at Amtrak Seattle, WA

Amtrak; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 97,891 - 144,514; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Rail pass privileges

Job summary

A leading transportation authority in Seattle is seeking a police officer responsible for ensuring the safety of passengers and property. The role includes patrolling, responding to incidents, and enforcing laws. Candidates must be law enforcement professionals with a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and successful completion of a police academy. Competitive salary ranging from $97,891 to $144,514 and comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass all components of the police application process.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of appointment.
• Ability to obtain a railroad police commission from the State of Washington.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety and protection of all persons.
• Performs patrol duties on foot and in a police vehicle.
• Communicates verbally in person and by radio.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Physical agility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Law Enforcement Basic Academy

Job description

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.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Annual: 1 full year of prior service at probationary rate or over 1 year of break in service - $97,891, 5 Year Lateral (First Year at 95%) with less than 1 year of break in service from previous Department - $115,330, Top Step (100%) - $144,514.

Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) 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.

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.

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 have a United States citizen or meet the immigration requirements in the state where they will hold a railroad police officer commission.
• Must have a 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, a polygraph exam 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: 163992
Posting Location(s): Washington
Job Family/Function: Safety & Security
Relocation Offered: No
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions require a pre‑employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre‑employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre‑employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety‑sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety‑sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. § 1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.