Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.
Transit and Railroad Police
SOC: 33-3052 O*NET: 33-3052.00
Median Salary
$82,320
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.
What does a Transit and Railroad Police do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$58,370
10th percentile
Early Career
$65,920
25th percentile
Median
$82,320
50th percentile
Experienced
$114,040
75th percentile
Top Earners
$141,870
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$58,370
25th
$65,920
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$82,320
Mean: $91,820
75th
$114,040
90th
$141,870
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $83,500 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $65,920 and $114,040
- •Salary spread is 58.5% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 3,000 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:3,100
Top Industries
Rail Transportation20.3%
Rail Transportation20.3%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3%
Annual Openings:200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)3,100
Current
2034 (Projected)3,200
+3%
+100
Employment Change
+3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Transit and Railroad Police professionals work across the United States
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New York
970 jobs$105,5105.23x
New Jersey
320 jobs$105,6303.82x
Maryland
230 jobs$86,6504.38x
California
100 jobs$109,8100.30x
Florida
100 jobs$69,6200.51x
Texas
90 jobs$108,5300.33x
Missouri
80 jobs$68,6401.40x
Colorado
50 jobs$62,4400.95x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Active Listening
100%
#2
Speaking
94%
#3
Critical Thinking
86%
#4
Complex Problem Solving
80%
#5
Social Perceptiveness
74%
#6
Monitoring
66%
#7
Active Learning
60%
#8
Coordination
54%
#9
Writing
46%
#10
Judgment and Decision Making
40%
Skills Overview
Active Listening
advanced5.0
100%
Speaking
advanced4.7
94%
Critical Thinking
intermediate4.3
86%
Complex Problem Solving
advanced4.0
80%
Social Perceptiveness
intermediate3.7
74%
Monitoring
intermediate3.3
66%
Active Learning
intermediate3.0
60%
Coordination
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Active Listening
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Speaking
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance80%
abilities
4.0/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Monitoring
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Active Learning
intermediateImportance60%
abilities
3.0/5.0
Coordination
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Writing
basicImportance46%
skills
2.3/5.0
Judgment and Decision Making
basicImportance40%
abilities
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers82%
5 shared skills
Urologists82%
5 shared skills
Audiologists82%
5 shared skills
Sustainability Specialists82%
5 shared skills
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists82%
5 shared skills
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators82%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Speaking
Learn on the Job:
- →Monitoring
- →Coordination
- →Active Learning
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Critical Thinking
- ✓Complex Problem Solving
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Active Listening
- ★Speaking
- ★Critical Thinking
- ★Complex Problem Solving
- ★Social Perceptiveness
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Transit and Railroad Police
Technology Intensity
High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires advanced digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Proficiency with specialized softwareTechnical documentationData analysis toolsSystem integration
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft PowerPoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Active Server Pages ASP
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
HIGH
👥
Team Orientation
MOSTLY TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet high physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy mostly team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
12
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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Documentation & Record-Keeping (2)General Responsibilities (4)Communication & Coordination (2)Management & Supervision (2)Planning & Development (1)Training & Development (1)
1
Patrol railroad yards, cars, stations, or other facilities to protect company property or shipments and to maintain order.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping100% perform100%
2
Examine credentials of unauthorized persons attempting to enter secured areas.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Apprehend or remove trespassers or thieves from railroad property or coordinate with law enforcement agencies in apprehensions and removals.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Communication & Coordination94% perform96%
4
Prepare reports documenting investigation activities and results.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping91% perform94%
5
Investigate or direct investigations of freight theft, suspicious damage or loss of passengers' valuables, or other crimes on railroad property.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Management & Supervision88% perform92%
6
Direct security activities at derailments, fires, floods, or strikes involving railroad property.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Management & Supervision85% perform90%
7
Direct or coordinate the daily activities or training of security staff.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Communication & Coordination82% perform88%
8
Interview neighbors, associates, or former employers of job applicants to verify personal references or to obtain work history data.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Plan or implement special safety or preventive programs, such as fire or accident prevention.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Planning & Development76% perform84%
10
Monitor transit areas and conduct security checks to protect railroad properties, patrons, and employees.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on documentation & record-keeping activities
- •58% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Transit and Railroad Police
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Transit and Railroad Police professionals typically have a RCE Holland code and highly value relationships
RRealistic
CConventional
EEnterprising
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Transit and Railroad Police
Stress Tolerance
CriticalStress Tolerance
Importance Level4.83
Self-Control
CriticalSelf-Control
Importance Level4.83
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.82
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.76
Leadership
CriticalLeadership
Importance Level4.58
Initiative
Very ImportantInitiative
Importance Level4.36
Complete Work Styles Profile
Stress Tolerance
4.8
Self-Control
4.8
Integrity
4.8
Dependability
4.8
Leadership
4.6
Initiative
4.4
Attention to Detail
4.3
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.3
Cooperation
4.3
Concern for Others
4.2
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Typical duration: Varies
Preparation Level
Job Zone 3
Medium Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Training:
Training of more than one year
💼 Experience Requirement
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Associate degree programs
- • Apprenticeships (1-2 years)
- • Vocational training with related experience
3
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associate degree programsApprenticeships (1-2 years)Vocational training with related experience
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