Transit Police Officer

Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking full-time Transit Police Officers to ensure safety across the transit system. Responsibilities include enforcing laws and maintaining public safety. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical and educational assistance.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(a) Money Purchase Plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Cellphone

College Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old at time of hire.
• Current Act 120 certification or must pass certification test.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of customers, staff, and property.
• Enforce local, state, and federal laws on transit system.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Public Safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (Port Authority of Allegheny County Police
Department) is seeking full-time Transit Police Officers. A Transit Police
Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of Port Authority customers, staff, and
property throughout the areas it serves. Officers must enforce all local, state, and federal
laws on and around our transit system.
Port Authority Police Department Specialized Units:
- Accident Reconstruction
- DUI Task Force
- Investigations

+ K-9 Unit
+ Narcotics (DANET)
+ North Hills Special Response

Transit Police Officer Salary Progression:
Year one - $68,004 (75% rate)
Year two - $77,071 (85% rate)
Year three - $90,672 (100% Base rate)
Master Patrol $93,392 (9+ Years / 3% above base)
Position Benefits:
Pittsburgh Regional Transit offers a competitive benefits package including medical,
dental, vision, and short-term disability. Transit Police Officers are eligible for a
defined contribution plan which consists of two components: a 401(a) Money
Purchase Plan and a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
- Cellphone
- College Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Enhanced uniform allowance
- Incentivized Education and Training Program
- Lateral prior-service applied to salary progression
- NO residency or air mile requirements
- Paid Parental Leave
Job Requirements Include:
• Minimum age 21, at time of hire;
• High School Diploma or GED;
• Valid PA Driver’s License;
• Current Act 120 certification or candidate must successfully pass the Act 120
certification test prior to employment;
• Successful completion of administered written and agility exams.
Transit Police Officer Applicant Testing:
Thursday, May 8, 2025, noon – 3:00 pm
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 8:00 – 11:00 am
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume

https://careers.portauthority.org/
or directly to:
Steven Sarosi

Pittsburgh Regional Transit - Employment Department

345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
[e-mail]