Video: Responsibilities of a Transit Policeperson

Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers

Security guards, also called security officers, patrol and inspect property to protect against fire, theft, vandalism, terrorism, and illegal activity. They protect their employer's property, enforce laws on the property, deter criminal activity, and other... ... more

Correctional Officers

Correctional officers, also known as detention officers when they work in pretrial detention facilities, are responsible for overseeing individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or who have been convicted of a crime... ... more

Police and Detectives

Police officers and detectives protect lives and property. Law enforcement officer’s duties depend on the size and type of their organizations. Police and detectives pursue and apprehend individuals who break the law and then issue... ... more

Private Detectives and Investigators

Private detectives and investigators assist individuals, businesses, and attorneys by finding and analyzing information. They connect clues to uncover facts about legal, financial, or personal matters. Private detectives and investigators offer many services, including executive,... ... more