Lateral - Senior Transit Police Officer

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. Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are based on a rolling schedule, we encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. For recruitment questions related to Department of Public Safety (DPS), email DPSRecruitment@metro.net. Conducts advanced patrol operations in assigned areas, focusing on crime prevention, public safety, and community trust-buildingResponds to suspicious activity and emergency calls, independently assessing situations and taking appropriate enforcement or safety actionsEnforces applicable agency, city, county, state, and federal laws and ordinancesManages and resolves conflicts, calms volatile situations, and provides crowd direction and control during incidents and eventsConducts community outreach and delivers presentations to community and employee groups on safety, crime prevention, and enforcement initiativesConducts complex evidence collection and documentation at incident scenes; interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects; and prepares evidence for courtCoordinates investigative activities with investigative and legal personnel, and provides testimony in court as requiredLeads enforcement of fare compliance and conducts regulations, including enforcement operations and follow-up investigationsPrepares affidavits for arrest and/or search warrants, files criminal complaints, and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies on investigative mattersTransports and processes prisoners to booking facilities, ensuring compliance with custody procedures and safety protocolsMaintains accurate records and prepares detailed incident and crime reports, ensuring documentation meets legal and departmental standardsServes warrants and subpoenas in accordance with agency procedures and legal requirementsAssists in the planning, development, and delivery of training programs aligned with Metro strategic goals and applicable policies and regulationsProvides operational support and training assistance to new officers, ensuring they meet performance expectations and are prepared for field assignmentsDelivers refresher and compliance training to existing personnel to maintain operational readiness and regulatory complianceSupports the assessment and tracking of trainee performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills and professional developmentProvides mentorship and technical support to officers, contributing to improved performance and operational consistency May Be Required To Perform Other Related Job Duties Education Be a high school graduate, orPass the General Education Development (GED) test or other high school equivalency test approved by the CDE, orHave attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or approved institution (GC 1031) Experience Three years of relevant experience in a related field such as security, law enforcement, or public safety is preferred Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements 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 CaliforniaOut 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 StatesMust possess a valid California Class C Driver License and have a satisfactory driving recordMust remain firearm qualifiedMust pass enhanced background investigation, psychological evaluation, and medical examinationPositions in this job classification are considered safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Basic law enforcement terminology and conceptsTechniques for dealing with varied groups of peopleStandard record keeping and report writing procedures and techniquesResearch and report preparation methodsPrinciples, techniques and methods used in the police background investigation processResearch and report preparation methodsBasic theories, principles, and practices of training program development Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and taking immediate action as necessaryThinking critically and making sound decisionsCommunicating effectively orally and in writingObserving and reportingPlanning and facilitating training sessions Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Observe and accurately recall places, names, faces and incidentsUnderstand and follow oral and written directionsInterpret and apply complex laws, procedures and policiesUse two-way radio communication equipment effectivelyDrive a motor vehicle safelyEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the workMaintain accurate records and prepare clear, concise and competent reportsHandle firearms in a safe and proper mannerUse verbal and tactical strategies to de-escalate situationLift and carry equipment and boxes weighing up to 50 poundsInterpret and apply rules, regulations, general orders and policiesMaintain confidentialityExercise independent judgementProvide work direction and guidance to junior staff membersRead, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirementsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobMetro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsThis classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of DirectorsContributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions High noise environmentExposure to hostile and armed criminal suspectsExposure to physical and verbal abuse by clients/customers and/or general publicExposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and/or humidityWork irregular hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays, or 24-hour-a-day on-call assignmentsLocal travel Physical Effort Required Lifting and carrying equipment or objects weighing up to 50 poundsUsing vision and hearing to observe surroundings, identify hazards, and respond to auditory signals or verbal commandsStandingWalkingCrawling, crouching, squatting, stooping and/or kneelingClimbing (e.g., ladders, scaffolds, stairs, poles, into vehicles, etc.)Pushing and/or pullingCommunicating through speech in the English language required (AW)