Description
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
As a Police Officer, you will report directly to the Chief of Police through our established Chain of Command. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for patrol duties and ensuring the safety and security of the CapMetro system and all our properties. You’ll serve as CapMetro’s key representative, collaborating with local agencies—including police, fire departments, utilities, and contractors—whenever security or police services are needed. Your commitment and expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe environment for our community.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.
- Respond to calls for transit police services on any CapMetro owned and/or controlled property to include all Park and Ride facilities, bus, or rail property and locations.
- Provide transit police services related to criminal and non-criminal matters on bus/train routes, at bus stop/shelters, on board buses and Paratransit vans.
- Perform additional duties in accordance with CapMetro’s safety Operations on buses, at transit facilities and jointly with area law enforcement personnel.
- Investigate crimes, accidents, and incidents; arrests/detains suspects and violators; settle disputes; direct traffic; assist the public; issue CapMetro citations; perform other patrol activities.
- Interface with local police departments located within CapMetro’s service area. Conduct preliminary investigations.
- Conduct security surveys.
- Develop crime prevention approaches/measures. Performs special assignments.
- Prepare a variety of reports for review such as investigation results, activities, status reports, etc.
- Perform community outreach activities.
- This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to performing the job. Other duties may exist.
For more information, visit: https://www.capmetro.org/public-safety-program/transit-police/transitpolicejobs
Requirements
WHAT YOU BRING
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must read, write, and speak English.
- Must have an active TCOLE certified Police license.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (by birth or naturalized).
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, polygraph test, psychological exam, and criminal background check.
- Must pass a Physical Agility Assessment to determine the overall fitness level of the applicant.
