MTA New York City Transit is accepting applications for the Transit Property Protection Agent (Security Guard) exam, No. 6113. The application window is open from May 1 to May 31, 2026, with multiple-choice testing expected to begin Saturday, August 22, 2026.

Transit Property Protection Agents work a 40-hour work week. Starting pay is $23.85 per hour, rising to $34.08 per hour by the sixth year of service. Additional compensation includes night and weekend shift differentials.

• ✓Night and weekend salary differentials
• ✓Paid holidays
• ✓Vacation and sick leave
• ✓Comprehensive medical plan
• ✓Pension plan

Education requirements must be met by May 31, 2027. Experience requirements must be met by May 31, 2026 (last day of the application period).

• ✓A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization

You must have 18 months of full-time security work experience, of which at least 12 months must have been continuous with one employer. This experience must include at least two of the four following duties:

• AConstant CCTV surveillance — performing closed-circuit television monitoring, including recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior
• BPatrolling a large facility or grounds — including recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior
• CInteracting with the general public — including confronting unauthorized personnel
• DOperating surveillance and intrusion detection equipment

A valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License with no disqualifying restrictions is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for the duration of employment. Serious moving violations, license suspensions, or an accident record may result in disqualification.

At the time of appointment, you must possess a New York State Security Guard Registration Card or show valid proof of filing for one (filed between the start of the application period and your appointment date). You must obtain the card by the end of your probationary period. Failure to secure this card will result in termination. The card must be maintained for the duration of employment as required under Article 7-A of the NYS General Business Law.

• ✓Medical examination to confirm ability to perform essential functions of the position
• ✓Drug screening required prior to appointment
• ✓Reasonable accommodation available for qualified candidates with disabilities

• ✓Must be able to understand and be understood in English
• ✓Must provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States (Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986)
• ✓NYC residency is not required for this position

Under supervision, Transit Property Protection Agents perform routine security work across MTA buildings, train yards, bus depots, and adjacent grounds:

• ✓Surveillance and monitoring of MTA facilities to identify suspicious behaviors and potential security threats
• ✓Prevent unauthorized persons, vehicles, or materials from entering or exiting MTA property
• ✓Maintain vehicle parking access control
• ✓Operate surveillance and intrusion detection equipment
• ✓Operate visitor management equipment
• ✓Drive a motor vehicle in the performance of duties
• ✓Prepare written incident and security reports

The competitive multiple-choice test requires a score of at least 70% to pass. Your score determines your place on the eligible list. The test may be administered at a computer terminal or using paper and pencil. You cannot request a change to your assigned test date or location except under special circumstances.

The test may measure knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: