Task Force Officer - FBI Inland Violent Crime Suppression Task Force (IVCSTF) - Riverside, CA

Relocation package may be provided for the eligible candidate. 

Role Description

The Task Force Officer (TFO) will serve as BNSF Police Department's representative assigned to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Inland Violent Crime Suppression Task Force (IVCSTF). Working in partnership with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, the TFO will investigate, disrupt, and support the prosecution of individuals and criminal organizations responsible for violent crimes and other offenses impacting the railroad, BNSF employees, customers, and critical supply chain infrastructure.

This assignment requires a full-time commitment to the task force and dual coordination with the FBI and BNSF Police Department Special Investigations and Training Division. The position combines complex criminal investigations, intelligence gathering, field enforcement activities, and multi-agency operational support. Primary areas of focus include transnational cargo theft, robbery, burglary, crimes against persons, cartel-linked criminal activity targeting the rail industry, violent offenders, fugitives, firearms offenses, and other criminal activity affecting BNSF Railway operations and assets.

Key responsibilities may include: 

• Conducting and leading complex criminal investigations involving cargo theft, organized crime, transnational criminal organizations, railroad-related offenses, threats to critical infrastructure, and other crimes impacting BNSF operations. This includes identifying offenders, developing investigative strategies, executing enforcement actions, preparing case documentation, obtaining judicial authorizations, and supporting prosecution efforts through court testimony and case presentation.

• Serving as a subject matter expert and liaison between BNSF Police and federal, state, local, tribal, and international law enforcement partners. Represents BNSF interests through regular coordination, intelligence sharing, operational planning, deconfliction efforts, and executive-level briefings with law enforcement and company leadership.

• Participating in and supporting multi-agency operations, task force initiatives, and special assignments that may involve multiple jurisdictions, states, or international partners. Provides operational, logistical, and investigative support to ensure successful execution of enforcement activities and mission objectives.

• Maintaining compliance with all task force requirements, security clearances, training standards, and Memoranda of Understanding established between BNSF, the FBI, Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and other partner agencies.

• Monitoring emerging crime trends, intelligence, and threat information affecting the railroad industry and supply chain. Develops strategic recommendations, promotes continuous improvement, and supports BNSF readiness during elevated threat conditions, critical incidents, and specialized operational deployments.

• Preparing detailed investigative reports, maintaining regulatory and audit-related records, safeguarding sensitive information, and providing accurate, timely communication to FBI leadership, BNSF Police leadership, prosecutors, and other stakeholders regarding investigative activities and outcomes.

• Providing investigative guidance, consultation, and support to BNSF Police personnel, company officials, and partner agencies, while responding to major incidents, after-hours calls, and other operational needs as required.

When conducting investigative duties and supporting patrol operations, work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions, walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery. 

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 and could be subject to change.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Does not require BNSF's assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) now or in the future to obtain, maintain, or extend employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).

• High School diploma or GED.

• Minimum of five (5) years of law enforcement experience, including at least three (3) years of service with the BNSF Police Department and/or two (2) years of leadership experience with a prior law enforcement agency.

• Eighteen (18) months of successful experience as a full-time peace officer with a city, county, state federal or railroad law enforcement agency.

• Successfully completed basic law enforcement training at a recognized state-certified police 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 all BNSF Police Department requirements and standards for appointment as a Special Agent.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must be physically and psychologically fit for duty, successfully pass all required company evaluations, and pass an extensive background investigation.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

• Must meet and maintain all state, federal, company, and task force training, qualification, and retention standards, including annual firearms proficiency and other required law enforcement certifications.

• Must possess a broad knowledge of criminal law, criminal procedure, and investigative practices.

• Must possess a working knowledge of railroad operations and transportation-related security risks, including emergency response and incident management.

• Must demonstrate the ability to lead and coordinate personnel and resources in complex, high-pressure, or critical incident environments.

• Must be proficient in the use of computer systems, investigative databases, and report-writing applications.

• Must be willing and able to travel as required and respond to after-hours calls, major incidents, emergency deployments, and operational assignments.

• Must successfully complete all required company, federal task force, and security-related training associated with the position.

• Must live or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of the assigned work location.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Prior experience as a detective/investigator.

• Prior experience working as a Task Force Officer (TFO).

• Experience investigating cargo theft, organized crime, transnational criminal organizations, or other complex criminal enterprises.

• Experience working closely with federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors.

• Current or prior eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance.

• Strong investigative case management, intelligence gathering, and executive briefing skills.

Union:

• Allied Services Division, Transportation-Communications Union

• Dues required per union agreement