Special Agent- Chicago, IL

B3 Special Agent

Requisition 40095:
Chicago, IL

Benefits: $72K/yr+ depending on experience, railroad retirement, pension, 401k match, health benefits, vacation, relocation for those who qualify.

Work Environment: Outdoor/Field, 12-hour shifts, weekend and holiday work required.

Principal Duties:

• Patrol terminals, yards, right of ways, and other railroad property to ensure security.
• Safeguard property, employees, patrons, and goods in transit.
• Conduct inspections, background checks, and criminal investigations as assigned.
• Implement prevention techniques, inspect, apply security devices, and conduct surveillances to deter crimes against NS property.
• Respond to police calls for service and act as a first responder, facilitating effective coordination with fire and rescue, hazmat, and environmental, law enforcement, and other emergency services.

Required License/Certification:

• Certified Law Enforcement Officer and/or
• Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer and/or
• Commissioned (Railway) Police officer

Career Path:

• Supervisor Special Agent, Special Agent in Charge, Regional Superintendent Police

Medical Requirements: This position is safety sensitive; all new hires will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical screening that includes a physical, hearing, vision and drug/alcohol test.

Background Check: Successful clearance of the following is required for this position.

• Criminal background check
• Reference check
• Driving history
• Employment history
• SSN verification

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.

Norfolk Southern is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, status as a covered veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected status not related to a person’s ability to do a job.

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Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, discrimination, or retaliation in any form because they have engaged in or may engage in filing a complaint (including a complaint of discrimination related to hiring), opposing an unlawful practice, assisting, testifying, or participating in an investigation, compliance review, proceeding or hearing related to federal, state, or local laws requiring equal opportunity, or inquiring about or discussing pay.

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