Railroad police functions
In this post, you
can ref key functions of Railroad police in details. Based on this function
list, you can set up daily duties, weekly duties, monthly tasks/activities.
I. List of Railroad
police duties:
1.
Observe and report safety issues and rail abnormalities
including, but not limited to, safe passage of trains, track conditions,
overhead conditions, and facilitate efficient movement of trains on a daily
basis.
2.
Perform patrol activities including facility checks,
rail surveillance, trespasser abatement, inspection of trains and container
seals, crime hot spots, and terminal yards. Engage in foot pursuits within
yard/terminal, if necessary, to apprehend trespassers or suspects as policy,
procedures, and safety allows.
3.
Prevent, detect, and deter terrorist activities in
conjunction with other CSXT departments and public agencies to include law
enforcement and homeland security entities.
4.
Provide expertise to local law enforcement
organizations investigating accidents and incidents at crossings and other
railroad/public points of contact. Act as a facilitator to ensure the
continuation of rail service after accidents, incidents, crimes, or weather
related emergencies..
5.
Investigate crimes on or against the railroad that
include theft, vandalism, derailment, signal damage, and track obstructions. Escort
and protect CSXT trains and the traveling public on Amtrak and commuter rail
operations while on CSXT tracks.
6.
Establish collaborative partnerships with state, local,
and federal government and criminal justice agencies as well as internal (CSX)
and external customers (e.g., organizations and community) to ensure the
apprehension and prosecution of persons who commit crimes on or against the
railroad.
7.
Complete administrative duties such as situation
reports, ordering and maintaining equipment, position training, entering
information in various police systems and databases and participating in local
task forces.
8.
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as
assigned by manager.
II. List of Railroad
police qualifications
1.
High School diploma/GED or Associates degree from an
accredited institution required
2.
3 or more years of experience required in county,
municipal or state Law Enforcement
3.
Bachelors or
higher degree from an accredited institution required
4.
1 or more years of experience required in county,
municipal or state Law Enforcement
5.
Preferred Qualifications
6.
In addition to meeting the above qualifications, any of
the following are preferred:
7.
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in
Criminal Justice
8.
3 or more years of experience in county, municipal or
state Law Enforcement
Certifications/Licenses: certified or commissioned law enforcement officer
Certifications/Licenses: certified or commissioned law enforcement officer
9.
Criminal investigation training, experience, or other
in depth specialized police/law enforcement training coursework resulting in
continuing education credits or instructor certification; experience dealing
with multiple jurisdictions (i.e. booking procedures)
10.
Knowledge of railroad rules, operations, equipment, and
regulations (i.e. Federal Railroad Administration)
11.
Knowledge of investigative practices and procedures
12.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint
and Outlook)
13.
Conflict Resolution skills
14.
Decision making skills utilizing own initiative
15.
Written and communication skills
16.
Self motivated and proactive in performance of duties
17.
Possess highest level of professional standards and
ethics and ability to act with tact and impartiality
18.
Ability to work autonomously and with limited
supervision for extended periods of time
19.
Ability to identify, analyze and develop solutions
20.
Ability to proactively approach, speak, engage and
build relationships with internal and external customers, local community
members, and diverse individuals, groups and organizations
21.
Ability to engage and communicate with diverse
individuals, groups and organizations
22.
Ability to focus on needs of Company, department,
community and diverse public
23.
Ability to work effectively and courteously with
citizens, community and company employees and develop strong working
relationships both inside the organization and within the community
24.
Ability to organize and prioritize goals with limited
resources
25.
Ability to physically apprehend suspects or trespassers
on CSX property (e.g., run, jump, restrain, etc.)
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