Protect and Serve with SEPTA Transit Police

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) Full time
About the Role

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking highly skilled and dedicated individuals to join our Transit Police Department as Transit Police Officers. As a Transit Police Officer, you will play a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of our customers, employees, and assets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Enforce rules and regulations to ensure a safe and secure environment for all.
  • Conduct investigations and gather evidence to support incident reports.
  • Patrol properties to maintain safety and prevent crime.
  • Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies to respond to incidents and share intelligence.
  • Investigate suspicious activities and take appropriate action.
  • Comply with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Be at least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Meet the Pennsylvania State (MPOETC) physical fitness requirements.
  • Pass a reading exam, medical screening, physical agility test, polygraph, and psychological exams.
  • Complete academy training and in-service training.
Benefits

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical benefits with no employee annual premium contribution.
  • Prescription benefits program.
  • Dental benefits.
  • Vision benefits.
  • Defined benefit pension plan.
  • Voluntary governmental 457B deferred comp plan.
  • Life insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • SEPTA employment qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
  • SEPTA transportation pass for free travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation.
Compensation

SEPTA Police Officers' salaries are competitive with other police departments in the Philadelphia region. The starting rate is $60,240 annually, with opportunities for advancement and increases up to $90,000+.



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