Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Job Classification Specification
TRANSIT SECURITY LIEUTENANT
Pay Grade C03
Basic Function
| To manage the daily operations and administrative function of a work unit involved in the protection of Metro passengers, property, equipment, assets, and facilities. |
Classification Characteristics
| Differs from Transit Security Sergeant in that Transit Security Lieutenant performs second-level supervisory security work while Transit Security Sergeant exercises first-line field supervision over security personnel assigned to internal and private contract security function within a work unit.
The Transit Security Lieutenant is an exempt classification and may be required to work additional assignments as determined by management. When working additional assignments, employees will receive premium overtime pay as stipulated by the collective bargaining agreement. This position is exempt; however, it is coded as "non-exempt" for Payroll purposes only. |
Supervised by: Director, Security
Supervises: Transit Security Sergeant; Sr Transit Security Officer; Transit Security Officer II; Transit Security Officer I
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
- Manages assigned security personnel who are involved in establishing, promoting, and maintaining Metro’s security and property protection programs
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Develops goals, priorities, schedules, procedures, and programs; projects staffing requirements
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Performs complex technical and administrative assignments in support of security function
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Identifies training needs of employees; develops and implements training and testing programs
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Represents the department and Metro in meetings within and outside the agency
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Participates in planning, implementing, and coordinating interdepartmental, intradepartmental, and interagency security efforts
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Conducts investigations and disciplinary or grievance hearings, and recommends solutions
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Administers, evaluates, and recommends changes to policies and procedures regarding security operations
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Consults with and advises Metro staff and representatives of other agencies regarding Metro’s security-related activities and issues
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Prepares various reports concerning departmental activities including problem calls received and remedial actions taken to resolve issues
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Prepares or directs the preparation of security manuals outlining and establishing measures and procedures in securing Metro staff, passengers, and properties
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Prepares Operations Plans to conduct special security deployments
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Coordinates security activities with law enforcement units and other security units
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Oversees the work of contracted security personnel assigned to Metro owned facilities and operations, and ensures adherence to contract agreements
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May engage in field supervision over Security Officers
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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:
- Theories, principles, administration and practices of industrial security or law enforcement
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Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing security of government facilities and properties
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Modern management theory and Principles of supervision
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Ability to:
- Plan and manage projects from inception to culmination
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Plan, organize, and monitor the work of security personnel
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Prepare reports and correspondence
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Develop Operations Plans to guide special security deployments
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Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
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Communicate effectively orally and in writing
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Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutions and take immediate action as necessary
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Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
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Supervise subordinate staff
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Read, write, speak, and understand English
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Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the TRANSIT SECURITY LIEUTENANT position MUST meet
the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Administration of Justice, Management, or a related field and 3 years’ experience in law enforcement, or industrial or military security with at least 1 year of management/supervisory experience
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OR Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Administration of Justice, Management, or a related field and 5 years of experience in law enforcement, or industrial or military security with at least 1 year of management/supervisory experience
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Valid California Class C drivers license
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Must be able to obtain a valid California Firearm permit issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs
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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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Special Conditions
- Requires good physical condition with complete mobility and sensory abilities
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Must successfully pass a Department of Security background investigation and psychological evaluation
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Must have normal color vision
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Must qualify with and carry firearm while on duty
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May be required to travel to various locations
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May be required to work irregular hours
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May be exposed to weather and physical hazards
- 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: 1/29/1999
Date Last Revised: 11/8/2018 10:02:21 AM
AFSCME: 8817B