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Also known as: Canine Officer (K-9 Officer), Field Training Advisor, Field Training Agent, Law Enforcement Officer
You arrive at the transit police precinct, the hum of the city already present. After clocking in, you head to the locker room to don your uniform and secure your duty belt, attaching your portable radio, body camera, and sidearm. A quick glance at the daily briefing board details any ongoing issues or alerts. You grab a coffee and exchange a quick "how's it going?" with Officer Chen, who's just finishing her night shift. Then, you head to the motor pool to inspect your assigned patrol SUV.
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+3.2%
US average: +3.5%
300
per year (US)
4,400
in 2025 → 4,500 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The career outlook for Transit and Railroad Police is stable, with about 300 job openings projected each year through 2035. You can expect a median annual wage of around $90,230, and the field is expected to grow by 3.2% between 2025 and 2035.
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Where it can lead
$90,230
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
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