Golden Gate Bridge District

Salary: $94,827.20 – $105,352.00 Annually

Closing Date: 11/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Summary

The Bridge Patrol Officer works in a fast paced and dynamic 24/7 department with 36 team members to ensure the efficient and effective daily operation and security of the Golden Gate Bridge and associated facilities. Responsibilities include critical infrastructure security, roadway and visitor safety, crisis intervention and suicide prevention, emergency roadway services, traffic management, parking enforcement, revenue collection, and customer service. The Bridge Patrol Officer serves as a customer contact and organizational ambassador for persons who drive, walk and bicycle the Golden Gate Bridge on a daily basis.

Essential Responsibilities

Patrols the Bridge and surrounding areas using patrol cars, bicycles, and motorized scooters for the purpose of providing security, suicide prevention/apprehension, and to provide assistance to the public
Responds to all incidents on the Bridge and its approaches, such as accidents, attempted suicides, body retrieval from the South Tower moat and other areas near the Bridge
Responds to medical emergencies and first- aid calls
Enforces District ordinances and regulations on the Bridge and surrounding areas and on other District property
Conducts preliminary investigations of motor vehicle accidents, suicides, and any other reportable incidents that occur on the Bridge or surrounding area
Checks the District buildings for physical security
Coordinates with the California Highway Patrol and other law enforcement agencies when needed
Assists in the apprehension of possible suicides
Assists with traffic and crowd control
Performs traffic control and issues parking citations
Operates tower elevators and performs driving duties as assigned
Maintains positive public relations and performs preliminary investigations of complaints from the public
Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to the job
Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required

Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District

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