BNSF Railway Company

Special Agent (Police) - Vancouver, WA

BNSF Railway Company$90K — $98K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Completion of basic police training at a recognized academy
  • Must meet state peace officer commissioning standards
  • Possess a valid driver's license
  • Eighteen months of experience as a peace officer required
  • Broad knowledge of criminal law and railroad operations
  • Ability to lead during critical events or emergencies

Responsibilities

  • Safeguard company assets and personnel
  • Conduct corporate and criminal investigations
  • Manage and respond to trespassers on Company property
  • Advise officials on reducing crime and improving security
  • Perform crime prevention patrols of facilities and trains

Benefits

  • 401(k) and Railroad Retirement program
  • Comprehensive health care options including medical, dental, and vision
  • Health care spending accounts with employer contributions
  • Generous family benefits including adoption reimbursement
  • Access to discounts on travel and gym memberships
  • Annual bonus through Incentive Compensation Program
  • Generous leave and time off policies
Full Job Description
$10,000 Hiring Bonus for this position!

Job Location: Vancouver
Other Potential Locations: Vancouver, WA
Anticipated Start Date: 09/01/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $90,300 - $98,500

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.

The BNSF Police department is dedicated to ensuring the security and safety of the company's vast network of rail operations. This department employs comprehensive strategies and state-of-the-art technology to safeguard the transportation of goods, prevent theft, and mitigate risks associated with railway operations. By collaborating closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, the BNSF Police team plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of BNSF Railway's services.

To learn more about our BNSF Police team, please view this video: Resource Protection

This is a full-time position located in Vancouver, WA.

Travel is required and is extensive.

Training for this position is at both corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, TX and on-site at location with an internal trainer.

Relocation package may be provided for eligible candidate(s).

Key responsibilities may include:
  • Protects and safeguards company assets and resources including personnel, property and customer's property entrusted to the company.
  • Conduct proficient, sensitive corporate and criminal investigations, provide accurate, detailed reports and provide court testimony when required.
  • Identify and properly handle trespassers on Company property and make arrests as appropriate.
  • Counsels and advises 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.
  • Perform aggressive crime prevention patrol of facilities, railroad property and trains, with special emphasis on TOFC/COFC, automobiles, and high value shipments.
  • Perform other duties as assigned


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.

Basic Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Must have satisfactorily completed basic police training at a recognized state certified academy
  • Must meet or able to 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.
  • Must meet BNSF Police Solutions Team standards as a Special Agent
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Must be willing and able to travel as required
  • Must be able and willing to use the company's computer system for creating reports and databases
  • Must be physically and psychologically fit, able to successfully pass any required company evaluations and pass an extensive background investigation
  • Must successfully complete any required company training for this position
  • 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
  • Must have a broad knowledge of criminal law and procedures
  • Must be able to successfully lead people, often in a stressful critical-event environment
  • Must be able to meet any government or Company training and retention standards
  • Must live or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of the assigned work location
  • Eighteen months of successful experience as a full time peace officer with a city, county, state federal or railroad law enforcement agency required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree


Union:
  • Allied Services Division, Transportation-Communications Union
  • Dues required per union agreement


At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:
  • An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
  • 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.
  • Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
  • Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
  • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
  • Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
  • Generous leave / time off policies.
  • For more information, visit Benefits.

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All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. 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 https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

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About BNSF Railway Company

BNSF Railway Company is one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. BNSF Railway Company is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and operates as a standalone entity. The company provides transportation services for a wide range of commodities, including consumer goods, coal, industrial products, and agricultural products. BNSF Railway Company has a strong commitment to safety and environmental sustainability, and has invested heavily in technology and infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Learn more about BNSF Railway Company
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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