Transit Security & Passenger Safety Deputy Director

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free transit pass for you and your

On-site gym

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Company-paid training

Wellness programs

Job summary

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) seeks a Deputy Director of Transit Security and Passenger Safety to lead proprietary and contractual enforcement and manage all Transit System Security personnel. This role oversees field operations, CCTV programs, training development, and cross-agency coordination in San Diego.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of five years in leadership within transportation or law enforcement, plus readiness for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MTS policies and regulations; ability to read and apply policies and contracts.
• Ability to write clear reports in English and communicate with staff tactfully.
• Experience in coordinating training programs and personnel development.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all field operations of the Transit System Security Department, including Code Compliance and Contract Security.
• Liaisons with local, state, and federal agencies and police departments.
• Manages CCTV and Card Access programs; tracks training requirements and conducts field training exercises.
• Prepare written reports and correspondence related to training needs and assessments.
• Supervise staff performance, administer discipline, and develop personnel.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Leadership

Training coordination

MS Word/Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice/public administration

5+ years leadership in transportation or law enforcement

Job description

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) seeks a Deputy Director of Transit Security and Passenger Safety to lead proprietary and contractual enforcement and manage all Transit System Security personnel. This role oversees field operations, CCTV programs, training development, and cross-agency coordination in San Diego.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of five years in leadership within transportation or law enforcement, plus readiness for