Public Safety Officer

Eugene, OR
Lane Transit District Police Department

Salary: $23.91-$31.89 per hour

Position Summary:

Under moderate supervision, provides Public Safety Services for the riding public, LTD employees, and assets.

Essential Functions:

  • Provides information and appropriate assistance concerning public transportation and District facilities.
  • Explains, interprets, and enforces District ordinances, rules, regulations, and other statutes.
  • Provides reports as required to supervisor’s office.
  • Patrols District and other jurisdictional areas for the purpose of supporting the district, preventing and detecting violations of ordinances and laws, and reporting violators or issuing citations and service modifications to transit services for violations on foot and by vehicle.
  • Performs investigative duties regarding District complaints and incidents.
  • Assists law enforcement agencies when necessary and/or requested.
  • Provides crowd and traffic control coverage at special events and assigned activities.
  • Assists and provides appropriate first aid.
  • Writes detailed reports on all accidents, citations, arrests, and other necessary reports.
  • Testifies in court as required.
  • Responds to emergencies at District locations. Ability to work outside of schedule to support the transit system in the event of an emergency situation.
  • Drives a District vehicle, travels to various locations, and responds to emergency situations.
  • Interacts with a broad socio-economic cross section of District residents and visitors, providing service in a dignified and respectful manner.
  • Work in tandem with Operations Department responding to radio calls supporting the transit system. This will include various tasks as requested by the District.

Requirements:

  • Experience as a sworn civilian or military law enforcement officer preferred. Other qualifications may be considered at the discretion of the District.
  • Oregon DPSST certification preferred or the ability to obtain.
  • Graduation from an approved civilian or Military Police or Corrections academy, or training equivalent/experience preferred.
  • High school diploma or GED (minimum). Degree/College coursework preferred.
  • Valid Oregon Class C driver’s license with acceptable history. Class B with P & A endorsement preferred.
  • Sufficient physical strength, flexibility, and endurance to meet LTD standards.
  • Requires good physical condition with complete mobility and sensory abilities. This includes the ability to push and pull with 80 pounds of force and drag 165 pounds for 25 feet.
  • Must successfully pass an in-depth LTD background investigation and medical evaluation.