Metro Transit Police Officer

Overview

Join the Metro Transit Police Department and Serve with Purpose! Protect the safety and welfare of transit patrons while advancing your career. As a Metro Transit Police Officer you will uphold the law, investigate crimes, and make a tangible difference in our community. With full arrest powers in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia, you’ll have the authority to protect and serve across the region.

• Professional Growth
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  Continuous training and development to prepare you for increasing responsibilities and career advancement opportunities.
• Lateral Move Program
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  Eligible candidates may be considered for higher earnings up to $91,906. Qualified laterals include sworn officers, correctional officers, military, and those with a bachelor’s degree or higher education credentials.
• Comprehensive Benefits
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  Competitive starting salary of $74,505, a $20K signing bonus, robust benefits package, and the security of working within a respected and stable organization.

Written examinations are included in the background evaluation phase. This requirement is waived for lateral police officers, military veterans, and anyone with a four-year college degree.

• 1.5-mile run in 17 minutes and 54 seconds
• 12 push-ups in 1 minute
• 23 sit-ups in 1 minute

• High school diploma or GED

• Level TP I
  Must be at least 21 years old on date of appointment. This is the entry level.
• Level TP II
  Two years of experience as a Metro Transit Police Officer I or related role.
• Level TP III
  Five years of experience as a Metro Transit Police Officer I & II, or related role.

• Valid driver’s license from jurisdiction of residence

Comprehensive medical examination requirement. The incumbent must be able to perform essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

The Metro Transit Police Officer protects life, safety, and welfare of transit patrons and employees, enforces laws and regulations, investigates crimes committed on or against facilities owned, controlled, or operated by the Authority, and protects Authority revenue. The incumbent serves as a sworn police officer with full apprehension and arrest powers throughout the Transit zone. The position requires police certification in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

• Investigate crimes or incidents, preserve evidence, identify witnesses, and protect the crime scene.
• Respond to calls for police matters, disaster and emergency incidents. Perform rescue functions involving accidents, emergencies, and disasters; assume initial command and implement the Incident Command System.
• Assist transit patrons with information, emergency first aid, and CPR. Patrol authority facilities to ensure order and prevent crime.
• Endure verbal and mental abuse when confronting hostile views and opinions of criminal defendants, suspects, arrestees, and other people encountered in an antagonistic environment.
• Restrict criminal suspects, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints; subdue resisting arrestees with approved tactics.
• Pursue fleeing suspects, perform rescue operations, and other duties requiring physical strength and agility.
• Perform searches of people, vehicles, and items capable of concealing contraband. Conduct foot patrolling and visually inspect buildings and stations to ensure security.
• Review legal and non‑legal documents, conduct surveillance, and prepare investigative and other reports.
• Conduct crisis prevention, counseling, and suicide prevention.

• Skills and behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience, including certifications and licenses
• Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of current motor vehicle report

• Worker’s compensation plan
• Deferred compensation annuity plan
• Paid holidays; accrued sick, annual, and compensatory leave
• Paid military leave for training purposes
• Permanent shifts/days off
• Retirement after 25 years of service (no minimum age)
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• Provided uniforms and equipment
• Free bus/rail transportation

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.