Transit Police Officer - Protect Riders, Secure Transit

Regional Transportation District in; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 5,454,000 - 7,299,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Transportation District (RTD) Transit Police Officer (Security) is a safety-sensitive role dedicated to protecting riders, employees, and the community across Denver metro. The position involves enforcing state law, conducting investigations, and performing crime scene processing while coordinating with RTD Police operations and counter-terrorism activities.

Candidates must meet minimum education and certification requirements, maintain a valid driver’s license, and be able to work

Qualifications

• Completed High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 years of age at time of hire.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training certification or Colorado Provisional POST Certification.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing Colorado State law through observation and patrol.
• Performing investigations related to theft, violence, crimes on RTD property, and against patrons and employees.
• Processing crime scenes and performing evidence collection and analysis.
• Conducting security training programs for employees and contractors, especially counter-terrorism.
• Reviewing incident reports and preparing written responses.

Skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Judgment and time management

Flexibility in shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in business/public administration/management/criminal justice (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Regional Transportation District (RTD) Transit Police Officer (Security) is a safety-sensitive role dedicated to protecting riders, employees, and the community across Denver metro. The position involves enforcing state law, conducting investigations, and performing crime scene processing while coordinating with RTD Police operations and counter-terrorism activities.

Candidates must meet minimum education and certification requirements, maintain a valid driver’s license, and be able to work