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Transit and Railroad Police

Also known as: Canine Officer (K-9 Officer), Chief Transportation Officer, Field Training Advisor, Field Training Agent, Law Enforcement Officer, Patrol Man, Patrol Officer, Patroller, Patrolman, Police Captain

Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma21%
Some College14%
Post-Secondary Certificate26%
Associate's Degree5%
Bachelor's Degree28%
Doctoral/Professional Degree5%
Level 101%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None27%
Up to 1 month9%
3-6 months6%
6 months - 1 year13%
1-2 years22%
2-4 years5%
4-6 years1%
8-10 years1%
Over 10 years15%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

1-3 months12%
3-6 months18%
6 months - 1 year49%
1-2 years20%
4-6 years1%

How AI Impacts Each Task

14 tasks analyzed

Prepare reports documenting investigation activities and results.

Monitor transit areas and conduct security checks to protect railroad properties, patrons, and employees.

Apprehend or remove trespassers or thieves from railroad property or coordinate with law enforcement agencies in apprehensions and removals.

Direct security activities at derailments, fires, floods, or strikes involving railroad property.

Patrol railroad yards, cars, stations, or other facilities to protect company property or shipments and to maintain order.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Stress ToleranceSelf ControlIntegrityDependabilityLeadershipInitiativeAdaptability/FlexibilityAttention to DetailCooperationConcern for OthersIndependenceAnalytical Thinking

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$82,320

per year

Mean Wage

$91,820

per year

Employment

3K

workers

Wage Range

$58,370 - $141,870

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$58,370Median: $82,320$141,870
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