Special Agent- Elizabeth, NJ

B3 Special Agent – Elizabeth, NJ

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

Work Environment: Outdoor/Field; on call, weekend, holiday work required.

• 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 friend, 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, environmental, law enforcement, and other emergency services.

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

• Communication Skills
• Decision Making
• Analyzing Problems

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

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.

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

• Environment:
  Outdoor/Field
• Shift Work:
  Yes
• On-Call:
  Yes
• Weekend Work:
  Yes
• Travel Required:
  
  3-5 Days per Month

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. If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact the EEO Helpline at (888) TALKEEO or  or email

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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 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.

Employees and applicants must report any complaint or concern about employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation to their immediate supervisor or to Norfolk Southern’s EEO office via telephone at 1-888-TALKEEO (825-5336) or via email at  Norfolk Southern will accept any and all good faith complaints made by employees or job applicants.

Employees and applicants may file complaints anonymously, and Norfolk Southern will preserve the anonymity of the complainant when requested, except as necessary to resolve the situation.

Norfolk Southern will promptly, thoroughly, and effectively investigate all complaints of discrimination or retaliation, including, as appropriate, conducting interviews with relevant witnesses, and reviewing material documents to the extent necessary to reach a reasonable conclusion concerning the allegations. Upon completion of the investigation, Norfolk Southern will inform the complainant of the conclusion and will maintain a written record.

Norfolk Southern will take prompt and appropriate corrective action, including termination of employment, if it determines that discrimination or retaliation has occurred, including during the hiring process.

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