Typical Tasks
Prepare reports documenting investigation activities and results.
Enforce traffic laws regarding the transit system and reprimand individuals who violate them.
Monitor transit areas and conduct security checks to protect railroad properties, patrons, and employees.
Examine credentials of unauthorized persons attempting to enter secured areas.
Patrol railroad yards, cars, stations, or other facilities to protect company property or shipments and to maintain order.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Stress Tolerance
Self-Control
Integrity
Dependability
Leadership
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Social Perceptiveness
Monitoring
Expected Knowledge
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
