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This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Transit and Railroad Police

Protect railroad property, employees, or passengers.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median
 National Data
$34.75 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 National Data
Growth rate:  8.6%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 Associate's degree is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Prepare investigation or incident reports.
  • Record information about suspicious objects.
  • Examine personal documentation to ensure that it is valid.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents.
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Job Title Examples:

 Railroad Detective
Track Patrol
Transit Authority Police

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