SEPTA Transit Police Officer (0007) - 1234 Market
About The Position
The SEPTA Transit Police Department has been dedicated to keeping customers safe and secure, while protecting SEPTA property and staff since 1981. SEPTA Transit Police Officers are responsible for policing the entire regional SEPTA system, covering an area of five Pennsylvania counties (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia) and three states (Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania). Nearly 220+ officers serve and protect within the 2,200 square-mile SEPTA service area. There are three patrol districts, allowing officers to easily respond to emergencies while empowering them to quickly make decisions and address local issues. The SEPTA Transit Police Department extends beyond the regular beat with units of specially trained officers who receive an additional level of training and provide specialized support in policing a public transit system.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Must pass the Pennsylvania State (MPOETC) physical fitness requirements.
- Prior to undergoing formal officer training, recruits are required to pass a reading exam, medical screening, physical agility test, polygraph and psychological exams.
Nice To Haves
- Officers with previous service in other Police Departments, will receive up to 3 years of service credit.
Responsibilities
- Enforces rules or regulations.
- Interviews witnesses to obtain information about incidents.
- Prepares investigation or incident reports.
- Patrols properties to maintain safety.
- Maintains surveillance of individuals or establishments, records information about suspicious objects.
- Apprehends criminal suspects.
- Collaborates with other law enforcement while responding to incidents.
- Investigates illegal or suspicious activities.
- Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical Benefits – Current HMO annual premium contribution = 2.5% of 40-hour hourly rate
- Plans have no employee annual premium contribution
- Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- SEPTA employment also qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
- Tremendous training opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
