Lateral - Senior Transit Police Officer

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, enforces applicable laws and ordinances to protect life and property; provides information and assistance to the public; conducts criminal investigations and participates in crime prevention and suppression activities; performs other public safety related duties as assigned independently with minimal supervision, and works collaboratively with personnel across divisions and units to support daily operations and ensure the vision, mission, and objectives of the Los Angeles Metro and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) are met. This is an armed, sworn classification. May be assigned to training functions depending on the needs of the department. Appointment to training functions will provide a differential at the discretion of management.

Requirements

Be a high school graduate, or Pass the General Education Development (GED) test or other high school equivalency test approved by the CDE, or Have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or approved institution (GC 1031)
Three years of relevant experience in a related field such as security, law enforcement, or public safety is preferred
Lateral Peace Officers must possess a valid California POST Basic Certificate and be currently or previously employed as a full-time salaried Peace Officer in the State of California
Out of state sworn Peace Officers will be required to obtain a CA POST Basic Certificate and California State Driver’s License within a specified time and must be currently employed as a full-time salaried Peace Officer in the United States
Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License and have a satisfactory driving record
Must remain firearm qualified
Must pass enhanced background investigation, psychological evaluation, and medical examination
Knowledge of Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts
Knowledge of Techniques for dealing with varied groups of people
Knowledge of Standard record keeping and report writing procedures and techniques
Knowledge of Research and report preparation methods
Knowledge of Principles, techniques and methods used in the police background investigation process
Knowledge of Research and report preparation methods
Knowledge of Basic theories, principles, and practices of training program development
Skill in Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and taking immediate action as necessary
Skill in Thinking critically and making sound decisions
Skill in Communicating effectively orally and in writing
Skill in Observing and reporting
Skill in Planning and facilitating training sessions
Ability to Observe and accurately recall places, names, faces and incidents
Ability to Understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to Interpret and apply complex laws, procedures and policies
Ability to Use two-way radio communication equipment effectively
Ability to Drive a motor vehicle safely
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Ability to Maintain accurate records and prepare clear, concise and competent reports
Ability to Handle firearms in a safe and proper manner
Ability to Use verbal and tactical strategies to de-escalate situation
Ability to Lift and carry equipment and boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to Interpret and apply rules, regulations, general orders and policies
Ability to Maintain confidentiality
Ability to Exercise independent judgement
Ability to Provide work direction and guidance to junior staff members
Ability to Read, write, speak, and understand English

Responsibilities

Conducts advanced patrol operations in assigned areas, focusing on crime prevention, public safety, and community trust-building
Responds to suspicious activity and emergency calls, independently assessing situations and taking appropriate enforcement or safety actions
Enforces applicable agency, city, county, state, and federal laws and ordinances
Manages and resolves conflicts, calms volatile situations, and provides crowd direction and control during incidents and events
Conducts community outreach and delivers presentations to community and employee groups on safety, crime prevention, and enforcement initiatives
Conducts complex evidence collection and documentation at incident scenes; interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects; and prepares evidence for court
Coordinates investigative activities with investigative and legal personnel, and provides testimony in court as required
Leads enforcement of fare compliance and conducts regulations, including enforcement operations and follow-up investigations
Prepares affidavits for arrest and/or search warrants, files criminal complaints, and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies on investigative matters
Transports and processes prisoners to booking facilities, ensuring compliance with custody procedures and safety protocols
Maintains accurate records and prepares detailed incident and crime reports, ensuring documentation meets legal and departmental standards
Serves warrants and subpoenas in accordance with agency procedures and legal requirements
Assists in the planning, development, and delivery of training programs aligned with Metro strategic goals and applicable policies and regulations
Provides operational support and training assistance to new officers, ensuring they meet performance expectations and are prepared for field assignments
Delivers refresher and compliance training to existing personnel to maintain operational readiness and regulatory compliance
Supports the assessment and tracking of trainee performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills and professional development
Provides mentorship and technical support to officers, contributing to improved performance and operational consistency
May be required to perform other related job duties