The award recognizes excellence in MPD’s security plan and security training, drills and exercise programs, public outreach efforts, and background checks. Department of Homeland Security and TSA presented the award to MARTA Police Chief Scott Kreher and his department at a MARTA board committee meeting on Thursday, April 28, 2022. MPD received the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Gold Standard Award for its security program. MARTA Police APTA 2023 Rail Security Gold Award - YouTube MPD Receives TSA Gold Standard Award To see a video honoring MPD’s efforts click here MPD accepted the award at the APTA Rail Conference in Pittsburgh on June 13. Recognizes MPD’s security measures as being among the best, making MARTA one of the safest transit systems in the country. MPD has been awarded the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) 2023 Rail Security Gold Award for heavy rail stations for its outstanding security programs, specifically the Joint Bike Patrol Team partnership with the Atlanta Police Department. MPD Awarded the APTA 2023 Rail Security Award MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.Click here to learn about the benefits of working for MPD. Strives to meet MARTA Police Services goals to provide for a customer oriented, safe and secure system.Īcquires and demonstrates knowledge of federal regulations, local ordinances, state law, and MARTA Police emergency and safety procedures. Prepares and submits accurate police reports successfully completes all training requirements conforms to the Police Services Dress Code.Ĭommunicates with and aids the public answers questions responds to complaints or problems in tactful and diplomatic manner. Operates communications equipment and police vehicles follows procedures regarding the use of firearms and the use of force maintains equipment in excellent working order. Performs patrol activities and related tasks such as vehicle and foot patrols, traffic control, security checks, crowd control and assisting persons in distress (includes providing emergency medical care to ill or injured persons).Ĭarries out apprehension and arrest procedures issues warnings and citations investigates accidents, complaints, and incidents preserves crime scenes and gathers evidence testifies in court. Special note: New employees without a current certificate of compliance issued by the State of Georgia (POST) will begin their six-month probationary period upon successful completion of POST certification training course. Must pass physical examination, including drug/alcohol screening and psychological testing.
MARTA POLICE Hiring Expo will be held Saturday, July 8,10:00 AM – 2:00 PMĪpplicants are required to pass all tests related to the position, including a Background Investigation to include criminal history records check, Computer Voice Stress Test and credit check.
POST Certified MPD Officers and Dispatchers receive a monthly contribution to their Peace Officer Annuity Benefit Fund. Additionally, MPD offers $5,000 tuition reimbursement for employees taking career-related classes. MPD offers a consolidated hiring process for out-of-town applicants and will assist relocation. MARTA is offering a $5,000 signing bonus for all lateral Georgia POST certified Police Officers & Dispatchers and $3,000 signing bonus for non-certified personnel for those agreeing to serve three years with MPD.
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