Special Agent (Police) - Bakersfield, CA

<p><strong><span style="font-size:18.0px">$10,000 Hiring Bonus for this position!</span></strong></p><p> </p><p><span style="color:#ff8c00"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Learn more about <a href="https://jobs.bnsf.com/us/en/who-we-are">BNSF</a> and our <a href="https://leplb1060.upoint.ap.alight.com/web/bnsf/candidateselectionpage?forkPage=false">Benefits</a></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Job Location:</strong> Bakersfield<br><strong>Other Potential Locations: </strong>Bakersfield, CA <br><strong>Anticipated Start Date:</strong> 07/01/2025<br><strong>Number of Positions:</strong> 7 <br><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $102,000 - $112,750</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Bonus:  </strong>$5,000 payable 30 days after hire; additional $5,000 payable 1 year after hire </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">To learn more about our BNSF Police team, please view this video:  <a href="https://jobs.bnsf.com/go/Resource-Protection/8751500/">Resource Protection</a> </span></span></p><p> </p><br><div id="tor__flistingLayout_readOnlyDiv"><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#ff8c00"><em>Key responsibilities may include:</em> </span></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Protects and safeguards</b> company assets and resources including personnel, property and customer’s property entrusted to the company.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Conduct proficient, sensitive corporate and criminal investigations</b>, provide accurate, detailed reports and provide court testimony when required.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Identify and properly handle trespassers </b>on Company property and make arrests as appropriate.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Counsels and advises</b> company officials to reduce crime and accidents and improve security; coordinates response to railroad emergencies; supervises contract security guards and trains other employees on relevant matters.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Perform aggressive crime prevention patrol</b> of facilities, railroad property and trains, with special emphasis on TOFC/COFC, automobiles, and high value shipments.</span></span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#ff8c00"><em>The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties. </em> </span></span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.</span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</b></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• High School diploma or GED. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must have satisfactorily completed basic police training at a recognized state certified academy</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must meet peace officer commissioning standards in state in which this job is posted and be commissioned as such and maintain a valid State Peace Office License in that state. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must meet BNSF Resource Protection Solutions Team standards as a Special Agent</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must have a valid driver’s license</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must be willing and able to travel as required</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must be able and willing to use the company’s computer system for creating reports and databases</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must be physically and psychologically fit, able to successfully pass any required company evaluations and pass an extensive background investigation</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must successfully complete any required company training for this position</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must have broad knowledge of railroad industry and operations; particularly as it relates to handling emergency situations such as derailments, load securement, and like events</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must have a broad knowledge of criminal law and procedures</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must be able to successfully lead people, often in a stressful critical-event environment</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must be able to meet any government or Company training and retention standards</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Must live or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of the assigned work location</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Eighteen months of successful experience as a full time peace officer with a city, county, state federal or railroad law enforcement agency required</span></span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS</b>:</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">• Bachelor's degree</span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>UNION:</b></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Allied Services Division, Transportation-Communications Union</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Dues required per union agreement </span></span></li></ul><p> </p><table><tbody><tr></tr></tbody></table><table style="width:100%"><tbody><tr></tr></tbody></table></div><br><p><span style="color:#ff8c00"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:</b></span></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Generous leave / time off policies.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">For more information, visit <a href="https://leplb1060.upoint.ap.alight.com/web/bnsf/candidateselectionpage?forkPage=false">Benefits</a>.</span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0px">Please be aware of potential fraud that can occur when searching for new career opportunities.  Please review our <a href="https://jobs.bnsf.com/us/en/faqs">FAQ</a> for more information and awareness.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the <a href="https://jobs.bnsf.com/us/en/hiring-process">Hiring Process</a>.  Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.  More information is available at <a href="https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic">https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic</a></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</span></span></p><p><span style="color:#d3d3d3"><span style="font-size:10.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">SF: MO | [[mfield5]] | Operations - Resource Protection | Bakersfield, CA | 93301</span></span></span></p>

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