Transit Police Captain: Lead District Security & Response

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 154,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Police Captain to oversee designated staff across districts within the MTA service area. The role requires internal Lt.

level experience and readiness to supervise security, investigations, crowd control, and emergency response to ensure safe transport for customers and staff. The Captain will coordinate with state, city, and local police forces, implement district action plans, and train personnel while reporting to a Deputy Inspector or

Qualifications

• Internal applicants must currently hold the rank of Lieutenant.
• Lieutenant must have served at least six months; waiver may be granted by the Chief of Police.
• Flexibility to work various tours and locations as needed.
• Thorough knowledge of police and court administration; ability to apply this to district operations.
• Knowledge of NYS and Conn. Penal Law, Criminal Procedure, and related ordinances.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and review a designated shift or staff in a district.
• Ensure staff training in laws and amendments applicable to the district.
• Respond to major incidents on a 24/7 basis and manage emergencies.
• Schedule, prepare, and may instruct departmental training sessions.
• Develop strategies to reduce crime and improve security for customers and employees.
• Maintain relationships with local police and community officials to coordinate action plans.

Skills

Communication

Police administration

Police operations knowledge

Strategic coordination

Tools

Police computer systems

Crime analytics

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Police Captain to oversee designated staff across districts within the MTA service area. The role requires internal Lt.

level experience and readiness to supervise security, investigations, crowd control, and emergency response to ensure safe transport for customers and staff. The Captain will coordinate with state, city, and local police forces, implement district action plans, and train personnel while reporting to a Deputy Inspector or