TRANSIT POLICE OFFICER

MARTA • Atlanta, GA

7d • $29 - $42

About The Position

The Transit Police Officer engages in activities necessary to ensure public safety, law enforcement, security, and crime prevention. Some duties may be performed under stressful or life-threatening circumstances or require physically restraining others. The position is safety sensitive and requires participation in MARTA’s Drug & Alcohol Program as a condition of employment. Employees must comply with the program and related policy requirements; failure to do so will result in termination.

New employees who do not hold a current compliance certificate issued by the State of Georgia (POST) begin their six-month probationary period after successfully completing the POST certification training course. Applicants must pass all position-related tests, including a background investigation with criminal history records check, Computer Voice Stress Test, and credit check, as well as a physical examination that includes drug screening and psychological testing. The selection process may include practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews, and/or competency assessments.

The salary range is $29.33–$41.72. Pay step depends on education: high school education qualifies for Step 1; two years of college or an associate’s degree qualifies for Step 2; and a bachelor’s degree or higher qualifies for Step 3. MARTA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, provided the essential functions of the work can still be performed. MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• United States citizenship.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pass all position-related tests, including a background investigation with criminal history records check, Computer Voice Stress Test, and credit check.
• Pass a physical examination, including drug screening and psychological testing.
• Comply with MARTA’s Drug & Alcohol Program, a condition of employment.
• Employees without a current State of Georgia (POST) certificate of compliance must successfully complete POST certification training before their six-month probationary period begins.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle and foot patrols, traffic control, security checks, crowd control, and assist people in distress, including providing emergency medical care to ill or injured persons.
• Carry out apprehension and arrest procedures; issue warnings and citations; investigate accidents, complaints, and incidents; preserve crime scenes and gather evidence; and testify in court.
• Operate communications equipment and police vehicles; follow procedures for firearms and use of force; and maintain equipment in excellent working order.
• Prepare and submit accurate police reports, complete required training, and comply with the Police Services Dress Code.
• Communicate with and assist the public, answer questions, and respond tactfully and diplomatically to complaints or problems while supporting MARTA Police Services goals for a customer-oriented, safe, and secure system.
• Acquire and demonstrate knowledge of federal regulations, local ordinances, state law, and MARTA Police emergency and safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.

What This Job Offers

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