Special Agent in Charge - Special Response Team (SRT) (Barstow, CA)

BNSF Railway • Barstow, CA

13d • $174,600 - $194,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The BNSF Police department is dedicated to ensuring the security and safety of the company's vast network of rail operations. This department employs comprehensive strategies and state-of-the-art technology to safeguard the transportation of goods, prevent theft, and mitigate risks associated with railway operations. By collaborating closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, the BNSF Police team plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of BNSF Railway's services. Members of the Police team are experienced professionals with diverse skillsets and are fully sworn, POST-certified police officers, who have been granted federal interstate authority. This is a full-time position located in Barstow, California. Travel is required and is extensive. Training for this position is at both corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, TX and on-site at location with an internal trainer. Relocation package may be provided for eligible candidate(s).

Requirements

• Must meet peace officer commissioning standards in state in which this job is posted and be commissioned as such and maintain a valid State Peace Office License in that state.
• 18 months of successful experience as a full time peace officer with a city, county, state federal or railroad law enforcement agency.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including at least 3 years in tactical, special operations, or high‑risk response roles.
• Prior tactical team experience (SWAT/SRT or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience directly leading police team members.
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently, work irregular hours, and have 24/7 on‑call availability.
• Proven leadership experience with demonstrated responsibility for personnel and operations.
• Strong knowledge in patrol and tactical operations including relevant industry best practices and applicable case law.
• Strong operational decision-making and command presence in high-risk environments.
• Experience conducting or leading high‑risk operations (e.g., warrant service, barricaded subjects, critical infrastructure protection, rail‑specific tactical deployments).
• Experience coordinating multi‑agency operations and working with federal partners (FBI, DHS, TSA, local agencies).
• Advanced tactical operations knowledge (breaching, rapid rail response, low‑visibility operations, surveillance, and high‑risk arrest procedures).
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, and crisis‑management skills.
• Ability to develop operational plans, conduct threat assessments, and manage complex field deployments.
• Proficiency in rail‑specific safety protocols, right‑of‑way operations, and critical infrastructure security.
• Strong communication skills for briefing executives, coordinating with agencies, and directing field personnel.
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive law enforcement intelligence.
• Must meet BNSF Resource Protection Solutions Team standards as a Special Agent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Firearms qualification per BNSF Police standards.
• Must be able and willing to use the company’s computer system for creating reports and databases.
• Must be physically and psychologically fit, able to successfully pass any required company evaluations and pass an extensive background investigation.
• Must have broad knowledge of railroad industry and operations; particularly as it relates to handling emergency situations such as derailments, load securement, and like events.
• Must have a broad knowledge of criminal law and procedures.
• Must be able to successfully lead people, often in a stressful critical-event environment.
• Must be able to meet any government or Company training and retention standards.
• Must live or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of designated work location.
• High School diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree.
• Tactical certification: SWAT / SRT Operator certification – Tactical Command or Incident Command (ICS 300/400) – Breaching, tactical medical, or rail‑specific tactical response certification.
• Successful completion of senior police professional development courses (e.g., FBI National Academy, Senior Management Institute for Police, Southern Police Institute, Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, etc.).
• Completion of basic SWAT/SRT school.
• Knowledge of BNSF rail network operations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and evaluate SRT Special Agents, ensuring operational readiness, training compliance, and adherence to BNSF Police standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute high‑risk special operations including rail‑specific counter‑trespass initiatives, critical infrastructure protection, warrant service, dignitary/asset protection, and emergency response.
• Manage daily schedules, assignments, deployment rosters, and field operations while maintaining real‑time situational awareness of SRT activities across the network.
• Serve as on‑scene or tactical commander during SRT deployments, coordinating with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and departmental policies, including use‑of‑force standards, evidence handling, and operational documentation.
• Oversee procurement, maintenance, and accountability of specialized tactical equipment, vehicles, and protective gear.
• Develop operational plans, threat assessments, and after‑action reports to support continuous improvement and risk mitigation.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise on rail‑specific tactical operations, critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, and emergency response protocols.
• Participation in national‑level rail security exercises and joint operations.
• Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions, walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
• Ability to perform patrol duties when needed.

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED