Assistant Chief of Police - Fort Worth CHQ

BNSF Railway•Fort Worth, TX

10d•$142,470 - $158,300•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces. At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to: be treated with dignity and respect. have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities. have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.

Requirements

Must have satisfactorily completed basic police training at a recognized state certified academy.
Must meet peace officer commissioning standards in state in which this job is posted and be commissioned as such; OR be able to meet the peace officer commissioning standards in that state within one year of starting the position and maintain it thereafter.
Must maintain all required training standards.
Must meet BNSF Railway Resource Protection Team standards for employment.
Possess or able to obtain a valid state driver’s license.
Must be willing and able to travel as required.
Must have a broad knowledge of the railroad industry and operations, particularly as it relates to handling emergency situations such as derailments, load securement, and like events.
Must possess a broad knowledge of criminal laws and procedures.
Must be computer literate with company equipment and have a desire to continue training and education within the police and railroad profession.
Must have the ability and desire to meet any government or railroad standard.
Must have the ability to successfully communicate and lead people, often in a stressful critical-event environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree strongly preferred.
Masters degree is a plus.
Successful completion of senior police professional development coures (i.e. FBI National Academy, Senior Management Institute for Police, Southern Police Institute, Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, etc) preferred.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Chief of Police is accountable for local day to day operations by providing direct coaching, teaching, facilitation and guidance to Deputy Chiefs, Special Agents, and Contract Security Personnel.
The Assistant Chief will oversee and lead in the protection and safeguarding of company assets and resources including personnel, property and customer’s property entrusted to the company.
Oversee and lead proficient, sensitive corporate and criminal investigations provide accurate, detailed reports and provide court testimony when required.
Counsels and advises company officials to reduce crime and accidents and improve security; coordinates response to railroad emergencies
In addition, the Assistant Chief also performs administrative functions regarding budget, assignments of equipment and personnel. This may include scheduling, evaluation and training.