Public Safety Officer

Lane Transit District•Eugene, OR

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Under moderate supervision, provides Public Safety Services for the riding public, LTD employees, and assets. Essential Job Functions: Provides information and appropriate assistance concerning public transportation and District facilities. Explains, interprets, and enforces District ordinances, rules, regulations, and other statutes. Provides reports as required to supervisor's office. Patrols District and other jurisdictional areas for the purpose of supporting the district, preventing and detecting violations of ordinances and laws, and reporting violators or issuing citations and service modifications to transit services for violations on foot and by vehicle. Performs investigative duties regarding District complaints and incidents. Assists law enforcement agencies when necessary and/or requested. Provides crowd and traffic control coverage at special events and assigned activities. Assists and provides appropriate first aid. Writes detailed reports on all accidents, citations, arrests, and other necessary reports. Testifies in court as required. Responds to emergencies at District locations. Ability to work outside of schedule to support the transit system in the event of an emergency situation. Drives a District vehicle, travels to various locations, and responds to emergency situations. Interacts with a broad socio-economic cross section of District residents and visitors, providing service in a dignified and respectful manner. Work in tandem with Operations Department responding to radio calls supporting the transit system. This will include various tasks as requested by the District.

Requirements

Knowledge of standard safety precautions and procedures.
Knowledge of self-defense techniques.
Knowledge of record-keeping practices/basic LAN computer knowledge.
Knowledge of search and seizure laws; general laws regarding property and public order.
Knowledge of criminal law regarding public transportation and facilities.
Knowledge of tools, tactics, and techniques for preventing acts of terrorism.
Ability to use a "customer first" approach and deliver outstanding customer service skills to the public, passengers and other district personnel.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to use District issued Public Safety/Law Enforcement equipment in a safe, legal, and proper manner.
Ability to exercise good judgment in handling unruly persons and emergency situations, repel against physical attacks.
Ability to write accurate reports of incidents.
Experience as a sworn civilian or military law enforcement officer preferred.
Oregon DPSST certification preferred or the ability to obtain.
Graduation from an approved civilian or Military Police or Corrections academy, or training equivalent/experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED (minimum).
Valid Oregon Class C driver's license with acceptable history.
Sufficient physical strength, flexibility, and endurance to meet LTD standards.
Good physical condition with complete mobility and sensory abilities.
Ability to push and pull with 80 pounds of force and drag 165 pounds for 25 feet.
Must successfully pass an in-depth LTD background investigation and medical evaluation.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in additional languages is desired but not required.
Class B with P & A endorsement preferred.
Degree/College coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides information and appropriate assistance concerning public transportation and District facilities.
Explains, interprets, and enforces District ordinances, rules, regulations, and other statutes.
Provides reports as required to supervisor's office.
Patrols District and other jurisdictional areas for the purpose of supporting the district, preventing and detecting violations of ordinances and laws, and reporting violators or issuing citations and service modifications to transit services for violations on foot and by vehicle.
Performs investigative duties regarding District complaints and incidents.
Assists law enforcement agencies when necessary and/or requested.
Provides crowd and traffic control coverage at special events and assigned activities.
Assists and provides appropriate first aid.
Writes detailed reports on all accidents, citations, arrests, and other necessary reports.
Testifies in court as required.
Responds to emergencies at District locations.
Ability to work outside of schedule to support the transit system in the event of an emergency situation.
Drives a District vehicle, travels to various locations, and responds to emergency situations.
Interacts with a broad socio-economic cross section of District residents and visitors, providing service in a dignified and respectful manner.
Work in tandem with Operations Department responding to radio calls supporting the transit system.
Various tasks as requested by the District.