Job Description

Reference Number: 5104
Department: Safety
Closing Date: 8/31/2026
Job Level: 20
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000.

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Description

Join Union Pacific as a Special Agent/Police Officer and play a vital role in protecting people, cargo, and rail assets across our expansive 23-state network. As certified state law enforcement officers, our Special Agents have investigative and arrest powers both on and off railroad property, with primary jurisdiction over railroad crimes and interstate authority under federal law. Utilize cutting-edge surveillance technology and innovative patrol operations, along with joint task force efforts, to secure railroad operations while collaborating with third-party security providers and local communities to enhance safety. Your work will not only safeguard the railroad and nation’s vital transportation infrastructure but also contribute to the safety and well-being of the communities we serve. With opportunities to specialize in areas like Accident Analysis, Canine, Investigator and Public Safety, you can tailor your career and make a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about public safety, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission-driven team.

Accountabilities

• Crime Reduction and Enforcement: Participate in crime reduction enforcement operations to ensure customers' cargo moves intact and without unnecessary delay, supporting operational efficiency.
• Utilize Surveillance and Analytics: Leverage advanced surveillance technologies and data analytics to proactively identify and mitigate security threats, ensuring the safety of rail operations.
• Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with community stakeholders to promote safety awareness and educational initiatives related to railroad safety, fostering public trust and collaboration.
• Implement Security Measures: Implement Union Pacific's Homeland Security Plan countermeasures as threat levels change, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Security and Vulnerability Audits: Participate in "red team" audits on critical targets to test vulnerabilities and validate the effectiveness of security measures, ensuring robust defense mechanisms.
• Protect Sensitive Shipments: Ensure that highly sensitive shipments are protected or inspected according to applicable Federal, State and Local rules and regulations, safeguarding national security interests.
• Investigative Duties: Conduct thorough investigations of incidents involving railroad property, ensuring accurate documentation and evidence collection for legal proceedings.
• Executive Protection: Participate in the executive protection of the Board of Directors, Corporate Officers, and senior leaders, ensuring their safety during transport and events.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating versatility and commitment to the organization’s mission.

Qualifications - Required

• A high school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Successful completion of a thorough background check, including criminal history, credit check, and employment verification.
• Certified and/or licensed as a commissioned law enforcement officer by the state in which this position is located or currently employed as a special agent within the Union Pacific Police Department. A Copy of P.O.S.T. certificate and/or certificate number, where applicable, must be included in application to be eligible for consideration.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Previous military experience
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.
• Knowledge or experience in the railroad industry and operations

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

• Must maintain ongoing proficiency in law enforcement skills and tactics, including arrest control, defense tactics, de-escalation, and firearms.
• Maintain effectiveness and productivity in high-pressure or stressful working environments.
• Executes tasks independently.
• Proficient in communicating with customers, employees and community.
• Maintains focus on tasks and can make timely decisions.
• Frequently perform physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lift, carry, or otherwise move significant weight (80+ lbs) occasionally.
• Move safely and quickly over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner

Work Conditions

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, ice, rain, cold and heat.
• Variable hours, including on-call responsibilities during nights, weekends, and holidays to support the business needs.
• Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Working around moving objects or vehicles.
• Must be able to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular travel and overnight stays may be required
• Must be able to respond to emergencies at any time, including during off-duty hours.
• Variable hours, including on-call responsibilities during nights, weekends, and holidays to support the business needs.

What we offer:

• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
• Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, plus additional automatic 3% (contribute 6% and UP will contribute 9% [6% + 3%])
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Health Savings Account (with company contribution) Dependent Care Savings Account and Transportation Spending Account
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
• Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance, paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Competitive compensation including eligibility for annual merit, bonus, and equity programs dependent on job level and personal and company performance

The final salary of the selected candidate for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training. This position also includes additional compensation and benefits offered by Union Pacific.

This position is eligible for participation in the Union Pacific Annual Compensation Program. This is a pay-for-performance program which administers annual salary adjustments, cash incentive bonuses and stock equity as determined by individual performance, company performance and program guidelines. Additionally, this position is eligible for health and welfare benefits, retirement, financial planning benefits and paid and unpaid leave. For more information regarding Union Pacific’s nonagreement employee benefits, please visit our management benefits page.

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