Special Agent (Police) - Cicero, IL

TL;DR

Special Agent (Police) - Cicero, IL (Railroad Security): Protecting hirify.global assets, personnel, customers, and freight through criminal investigations, patrols, arrests, and emergency response with an accent on railroad operations, crime prevention, and sensitive investigations. Focus on leading responses in stressful critical-event environments, coordinating with law enforcement agencies, and safeguarding high-value shipments across an extensive rail network.

Location: Onsite in Cicero, Illinois; must live or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of the assigned work location. Extensive travel is required. Training takes place in Fort Worth, Texas and at the assigned location.

Salary: $90,000–$95,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a major U.S. railroad transporting freight across 28 western states and three Canadian provinces.

What you will do

• Protect company assets, personnel, property, and customer freight.
• Conduct corporate and criminal investigations, prepare detailed reports, and provide court testimony.
• Identify and handle trespassers, make arrests when appropriate, and conduct crime-prevention patrols.
• Coordinate responses to railroad emergencies, including derailments and load-securement incidents.
• Advise company officials, supervise contract security guards, and train employees on security matters.
• Patrol facilities, railroad property, and trains with emphasis on automobiles and high-value shipments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and at least 18 months of successful full-time peace officer experience.
• Completion of basic police training at a recognized state-certified academy.
• Must meet Illinois peace officer commissioning standards, hold and maintain a valid state peace officer license, and be able to relocate within 50 miles of Cicero.
• Valid driver's license, physical and psychological fitness, successful background investigation, medical review, and drug screening.
• Broad knowledge of criminal law, police procedures, railroad operations, and emergency situations.
• Ability to travel extensively, lead people during critical events, use company systems for reports and databases, and complete required training.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with Allied Services Division, Transportation-Communications Union; union dues are required.
• 401(k), Railroad Retirement program, health care options, HSA contributions, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Parental, pediatric, adoption, surrogacy, dependent-care, and family-building benefits.
• Annual incentive compensation, generous leave policies, wellness support, and employee discounts.
• Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates.

Hiring process

• Pre-employment background verification, medical review, and drug screening are required.
• Successful candidates must complete required company training and evaluations.
• A TWIC may be required for unescorted access to secure port facilities.