Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Job Classification Specification
TRANSIT SECURITY OFFICER II
Pay Grade T05
Basic Function
| Under moderate supervision, provides security for Metro employees and property. |
Classification Characteristics
| Differs from Sr. Transit Security Officer in that Sr. Transit Security Officer is an armed, non-sworn classification with training and lead responsibilities while Sr. Transit Security Officer II is an armed, non-sworn classification without training or lead responsibilities. Differs from Transit Security Officer I in that Transit Security Officer I is unarmed and assigned to one work location while Transit Security Officer II is an armed position and may travel to several locations. |
Supervised by: Transit Security Lieutenant; Transit Security Sergeant; Sr Transit Security Officer
Supervises:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Work Environment
In order to achieve Metro’s goals in support of its mission, potential candidates are
required to commit and continuously practice and demonstrate the following work values:
- Safety – To ensure that our employees, passengers
and the general public’s safety is always our first consideration.
- Service Excellence – To provide safe, clean, reliable,
on-time, courteous service for our clients and customers.
- Workforce Development – To make Metro a learning organization
that attracts, develops, motivates and retains a world-class workforce.
- Accountability for Performance and Fiscal Responsibility – To manage every taxpayer and customer-generated dollar as if it were coming from our own pocket and ensure the highest possible return on investment.
- Innovation and Technology – To actively participate in identifying
best practices for continuous improvement.
- Sustainability – To reduce, reuse and recycle all internal resources
and reduce green-house gas emissions.
- Integrity – To rely on the professional ethics and honesty of every
Metro employee.
- Teamwork – To actively blend our individual talents to achieve world-class
performance and service.
- Civil Rights – To actively promote compliance with all civil rights statutes,
regulations and policies.
- Community – To actively engage with the Community as it relates to Metro interest/services.
Examples of Duties
- Patrols, monitors, and safeguards Metro property and buildings
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Ensures safety of Metro employees
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Observes and reports on security and safety problems
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Monitors handling of Metro monies at Cash Counting office and Ticket Offices
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Escorts vault truck drivers during pick-up of monies from various Metro divisions
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Writes memos regarding incidents of suspicious activity and vandalism occurring on Metro property
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Keeps written log of daily activities
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Directs visitors to desired Metro locations
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Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
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Essential Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Self-defense techniques
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Simple record-keeping
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Safety precautions and procedures
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Search and seizure laws
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Ability to:
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions and procedures
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Communicate effectively with others
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Use firearms in a safe and proper manner
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Exercise good judgment in handling unruly persons and emergency situations, restrain unlawful intruders, and repel physical attack
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Write accurate memos of incidents
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Read, write, speak, and understand English
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Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the TRANSIT SECURITY OFFICER II position MUST meet
the following requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
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Uncorrected vision: no more than 20/70 in both eyes; normal color vision
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Valid California Class C driver’s license
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1 year of experience as a security guard preferred
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Must be able to obtain a valid California Guard Card issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs
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Must be able to obtains a valid Firearm Permit issued by the department of Consumer Affairs
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Special Conditions
- Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
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Must have normal color vision
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Must pass background investigation and psychological evaluation
- Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations
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| Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations. |
Disclaimer
This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Date Originally Created: 8/15/2000
Date Last Revised: 1/19/2012
Teamsters: 0363A