Special Police Sergeant

Special Police Sergeant Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - 3.6 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time Estimated: $80.3K - $102K a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Mid-level High school diploma or GED Supervising experience 1 year Full Job Description Job Description Join the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) as a Special Police Sergeant! Join the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) as a Special Police Sergeant! WMATA is actively seeking qualified candidates to fill immediate vacancies for the Special Police Sergeant position. In this crucial role, you will oversee the enforcement of security regulations and ensure the protection of designated properties at various WMATA locations across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia. As a Special Police Sergeant, you will supervise personnel on duty, conduct roll calls, and ensure that all security operations meet the highest standards. You will be responsible for managing special details at non-revenue stations, Metrobus facilities, rail yards, and revenue rail stations, while also addressing emergency situations and assisting with building evacuations as necessary. Key Responsibilities: Prepare duty rosters and ensure proper staffing Enter time/attendance Inspect Special Police Officers and security posts to maintain performance standards Manage operational logs and respond to daily reports/complaints Review, approve, and recommend corrective actions for Special Police Officer reports Provide recommendations for assignments, commendatory or disciplinary actions, and performance reviews Lead emergency responses within assigned areas, including building and area evacuations This position requires on-site work for 37.5 hours per week, with varying days during the week/weekend. If youre a proactive and detail-oriented leader ready to make a difference in public safety, apply today to become a Special Police Sergeant with WMATA! Minimum Qualifications: Education High School diploma or possession of a general equivalency diploma (GED). Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience in police or other security work. Certification/Licensure Possession of a valid motor vehicle permit issued from the jurisdiction of residence. Maintain a Special Police Commission issued by the Washington Metropolitan Police Department. Preferred Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience Medical Group: Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations. Mission Essential Designation In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authoritys Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events. Job Summary: The Special Police Sergeant supervises the work of assigned Special Police Officers in the enforcement of the Authoritys security regulations and the protection of designated properties. The incumbent is responsible for special details at non-revenue stations, Metrobus facilities, rail yards and revenue rail stations. Essential Functions: Supervises the enforcement of the Authoritys security regulations and the protection of designated properties. Prepares duty rosters for personnel on duty and conducts roll calls as necessary. Inspects Special Police Officers and security posts to ensure that required standards of performance are maintained. Receives reports/complaints, dispatches Special Police as required, and maintains operational logs of shift activities that occur daily. Reviews reports of Special Police Officers for accuracy and completeness, approving/recommending corrective action, as required. Recommends assignments, commendatory /disciplinary actions; initiates performance reviews and counsels Special Police Officers. Responds to emergencies within assigned areas and assists in building/area evacuations. The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. Evaluation Criteria Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience. Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following: Skills and/or behavioral assessment Personal interview Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses) Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment) Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions) Review of a current motor vehicle report Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.