Community Service Officer

Job Opportunity With Metro Transit Police Department

The Metro Transit Police Department is currently seeking part-time, benefits eligible, Community Service Officers to provide varied support services to the department by performing duties that do not require a licensed peace officer. This is a uniformed non-sworn position that provides police visibility and customer relations to the public, with a focus on the transit riding community. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Metro Transit Police Department is one of the fastest growing agencies in the state due to the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. We are a licensed police force committed to the safety of our customers and employees, serving eight counties and approximately 85 cities in the region. There is an authorized strength of 171 full-time officers, 70 community service offers, and 34 administrative staff dedicated to one thing : public safety on and near our transit system.

Our mission statement is : Safeguarding the transit community with integrity and professionalism while building trust through community partnerships. We strive to provide excellent police service each and every day. Our core values of honesty, respect, and service are how we will fulfill our mission.

Job Responsibilities

As a Metro Transit Community Service Officer you will :

• Perform pedestrian / crowd control at large events such as Twins, Gophers and Vikings games.
• Provide pedestrian control at light rail stations. May use handcuffs, chemical irritants to control volatile situations.
• Assist sworn officers with fare inspections by checking fare tickets, writing citations on the light rail and conduct bus security, and parking enforcement.
• Perform clerical and maintenance support as needed.
• May transport evidence or paperwork to a Crime Lab, BCA, court, prosecutor 's office, etc.
• May complete police reports that don't require a sworn officer to complete.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) :

License / Certifications :

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job :

Physical requirements of the position :

The physical requirements will be tested during the Medical and Work Performance exams.

What you can expect from us :

Selection Process

Union / Grade : Non Represented / Grade C FLSA Status : Non-exempt Safety Sensitive : Yes, subject to Non-DOT random drug tests. Starting hourly rate is $28.53.

The MTPD is committed to selecting individuals who are in alignment our mission and the values of honesty, respect, and service. Therefore, candidates will be referred to the hiring supervisor for consideration based on the evidence collected in the following assessment process :

Convictions are not an automatic disqualification from the selection process and must fall within Minnesota State Statute 6700.0700. IMPORTANT : A lack of demonstrated adherence to our core values of honesty, respect, and serviceor the submission of false or withheld informationmay result in disqualification from employment consideration. Candidates will be notified of their application status through email only. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.

Benefits

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below :

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free :