Transit Security Officer CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Hiring Range: $47,319 - $52,050 DOQ Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week | Benefits

 

What You’ll Do

As a valued member of our Transit team, this role involves performing security and safety duties to protect Transit property, staff, customers, and the public.

Responsibilities include:

Safety and Security Patrols Patrols are conducted regularly to ensure safety and security, including monitoring traffic, CCTV, and alarms, as well as establishing a presence on buses.	Incident Response and Reporting Engages with dispatch and management about incidents, addresses complaints and illegal activities, collaborates with law enforcement when needed, investigates, and files timely reports.
Customer Service and Rule Enforcement Provides assistance and information at transit stations, enforces rules, and addresses complaints and incidents effectively.	Policy Development and Training Creates policies and training programs, liaises with law enforcement, helps with fare collections, and follows safety protocols and directives from superiors.

Why Join Our Team?

A Career with Purpose Join a supportive team that values safety, teamwork, public service, and the opportunity to develop new skills while contributing to the community every day.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma, vocational/technical diploma, or equivalent training and experience.
• Two (2) years of law enforcement, security or related experience,
• Must be able to operate a radio, tablet/iPad, cellphone, computer, and related software.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and the software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential (ex. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel).

Special Requirements

• High School diploma, vocational/technical diploma, or equivalent training and experience.
• Virginia DCJS approved Security Officer Training with Firearm Certification or the ability to acquire within ninety (90) days of employment
• CPR and First Aid certifications, or the ability to acquire within ninety (90) days of employment.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands include, but are not limited to the following:

• Climb and descend steps.
• Ability to walk approximately ¼ mile in all weather
• Ability to bend at the knees or squat to perform various job related functions
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City’s Core Values. Apply online: www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers