Job Description

Anticipated Start Date: Based on clearance of background and medical screening 
Benefits: $72K/yr., railroad retirement, pension, 401k match, health benefits, vacation, relocation for those who qualify. 

Work Environment: Outdoor/Field, 12-hour shifts, weekend and holiday work required.

As a certified and commissioned police officer, Special Agents with the Norfolk Southern Police Department work closely with communities, other law enforcement, and government agencies to advance railway safety and ensure the security of our infrastructure, community, and employees. 

Principal Duties:

•    Patrol terminals, yards, right of ways, and other railroad property to ensure security.
•    Safeguard property, employees, patrons, and goods in transit
•    Conduct inspections, background check, and criminal investigations as assigned.
•    Implement prevention techniques, inspect friend, apply security devices, and conduct surveillances to deter crimes against NS property.
•    Respond to police calls for service and act as a first responder, facilitating effective coordination with fire and rescue, hazmat, and environmental, law enforcement, and or other emergency services.

Required License/Certification

•    Certified Law Enforcement Officer and/or
•    Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer and/or
•    Commissioned (Railway) Police officer 

Skills and Abilities

•    Communication Skills
•    Decision Making 
•    Analyzing Problems

Career Path
 

•    Supervisor Special agent, Special Agent in Charge, Regional Superintendent Police

Additional Information:

Medical Requirements: This position is safety sensitive, all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical screening that includes a physical, hearing, vision and drug/alcohol test. 

Background Check: Successful clearance of the following is required for this position. 

•    Criminal background check
•    Reference check
•    Driving history 
•    Employment history
•    SSN verification

Work Conditions

Environment: Outdoor/Field
Shift Work: Yes
On-Call: Yes
Weekend Work: Yes
Travel Required: 3 - 5 Days per Month,