Transit Security Specialist - Public Service & Stability

cityoffredericksburg; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia, is hiring a Transit Security Officer to perform security and safety duties protecting transit property, staff, customers, and the public. Full-time position with benefits and a 40-hour work week.

Responsibilities include safety patrols, incident response, customer service at stations, and policy/training support. Requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in security or related fields, plus ability to operate radios and standard software.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, vocational/technical diploma, or equivalent training and experience.
• Two (2) years of law enforcement, security or related experience.
• Must be able to operate a radio, tablet/iPad, cellphone, computer, and related software.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and the software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential (ex. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Safety and Security Patrols: Patrols are conducted regularly to ensure safety and security, including monitoring traffic, CCTV, and alarms, as well as establishing a presence on buses.
• Incident Response and Reporting: Engages with dispatch and management about incidents, addresses complaints and illegal activities, collaborates with law enforcement when needed, investigates, and files timely reports.
• Customer Service and Rule Enforcement: Provides assistance and information at transit stations, enforces rules, and addresses complaints and incidents effectively.
• Policy Development and Training: Creates policies and training programs, liaises with law enforcement, helps with fare collections, and follows safety protocols and directives from superiors.

Job description

The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia, is hiring a Transit Security Officer to perform security and safety duties protecting transit property, staff, customers, and the public. Full-time position with benefits and a 40-hour work week.

Responsibilities include safety patrols, incident response, customer service at stations, and policy/training support. Requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in security or related fields, plus ability to operate radios and standard software.