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AMTRAK POLICE DEPARTMENT

WASHINGTON D.C., DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - WASHINGTON, D.C. 20002

https://police.amtrak.com/

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Updated: June 27, 2025

225 S Canal Street
Chicago, IL, 60606
Position Title: Police Officer

The Amtrak Police Department is currently hiring for Police Officer. All candidates must take the FrontLine National exam through National Testing Network.

All candidates must also complete the Personal History Questionnaire located in your candidate profile on National Testing Network.

Salary:

	Entry (Requires Police Academy)	1 Year Post Probationary Position (at 100%)	5 Year Lateral (First Year at 95%)	Top Step (100%)
Chicago	$65,241	$72,490	$82,870	$107,094

**Rate as of April 2024; subject to change/adjustments per negotiated FOP agreement.
**Difference in rates due to cost-of-living in locality.
**Laterals start at 95% for first year until 1-year anniversary of railroad commission.

Competitive Employment Package:

Amtrak Recognizes up to 5 years prior law enforcement experience.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
Health, dental and vision care plans.
Railroad Retirement.
401K investment plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
4/10 schedule.
Rail travel privileges on Amtrak trains nationwide.

Job Requirements

Age:
At least 21 years of age.

Citizenship Required:
Must be a United States citizen or meet the immigration requirements in the state where they will hold a railroad police officer commission.

High School Grad / GED:
High School GED or Diploma.

Driver's License:
Possession of a driver’s license is required before appointment.

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes.

Additional Requirements:
Able to obtain a police commission within the state in which assigned or in state of residence.

Hiring Process:
Resume review, online written exam, physical agility, interviews, background investigation, psychological examination, medical examination, selection by Chief of Police.

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