SEPTA Transit Police Officer (0007) - 1234 Market

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team of professionals as a Transit Police Officer, where your role is crucial in ensuring the safety of thousands of commuters across a vast transportation network. This position offers a starting salary with opportunities for growth, extensive training, and a commitment to community service. Be part of an essential service that plays a vital role in the economic success of the Philadelphia region. With competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and tuition reimbursement, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a difference in public safety.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

SEPTA Transportation Pass

Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and a U.S. citizen.
• Must pass physical fitness and psychological exams.

Responsibilities

• Enforce rules and regulations across the SEPTA system.
• Patrol properties to maintain safety and respond to emergencies.
• Prepare incident reports and collaborate with law enforcement.

Skills

Policing

Physical fitness

Investigation

Report writing

Collaboration with law enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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SEPTA Transit Police Officer (0007) - 1234 Market

Category: Police

Facility:

City: Philadelphia

Secure your FUTURE with SEPTA today!

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region.SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION:

Since 1981, the SEPTA Transit Police Department has been dedicated to keeping customers safe and secure, while protecting SEPTA property and staff.

SEPTA Transit Police Officers are responsible for policing the entire regional SEPTA system, covering an area of five Pennsylvania counties (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia) and three states (Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania).

Nearly 220+ officers serve and protect within the 2,200 square-mile SEPTA service area. There are three patrol districts, allowing officers to easily respond to emergencies while empowering them to quickly make decisions and address local issues.

The SEPTA Transit Police Department extends beyond the regular beat with units of specially trained officers. These units receive an additional level of training and provide specialized support in policing a public transit system.

Join the SEPTA Transit Police Department

SEPTA’s Recruitment Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Transit Police Officer

for the next Police Academy class starting January, 2025

Salary range: Starting rate in Police Academy $60,240 - increases to $66,508 after graduation. Future increases up to $90k+.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Enforces rules or regulations.
• Interviews witnesses to obtain information about incidents.
• Prepares investigation or incident reports.
• Patrols properties to maintain safety.
• Maintains surveillance of individuals or establishments, records information about suspicious objects.
• Apprehends criminal suspects.
• Collaborates with other law enforcement while responding to incidents.
• Investigates illegal or suspicious activities.
• Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• *Be at least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
• *Must possess a high school diploma or GED,
• *Must possess a valid driver's license.
• *Must pass the Pennsylvania State (MPOETC) physical fitness requirements
• Prior to undergoing formal officer training, recruits are required to pass a reading exam, medical screening, physical agility test, polygraph and psychological exams.
• Assuming recruits meet these qualifications, they will receive academy training at a program certified by the Municipal Police Officer's Education and Training Commission alongside their municipal counterparts. Upon completion of this training, they will attend in-service training and orientation. Officers will also attend an additional 40 hours of training annually to retain their certification

SEPTA BENEFITS:

SEPTA provides outstanding benefit and retirement programs:

Medical Benefits – Current HMO annual premium contribution = 2.5% of 40-hour hourly rate

These plans have no employee annual premium contribution:

• Prescription Benefits Program

Additional benefits we offer:

• Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SEPTA employment also qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation

TRANSIT POLICE OFFICER COMPENSATION:

SEPTA Police Officers’ salaries on the level of Police Departments throughout the Philadelphia region.

• $60,240annually - Starting rate for six months at the Police Academy
• $66,508annually - After academy to 12 months of service
• $75,702annually - 13 to 24 months of service
• $79,528 annually - After 24 months of service
• Top Pay $90,000+
• Officers with previous service in other Police Departments,will receive up to 3 years of servicecredit.
• There areno residency requirements for SEPTA Police Officers.

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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