BART
Job Summary
Entry-Level Police Officer – BART Police Department. Selected candidates will be required to complete a CA POST-mandated Basic Police Academy, a Field Training Officer (FTO) Program and a one-year probationary period. Patrol shift assignments are made on a seniority basis after probation. Officers may be required to work weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime. Responsibilities
Patrols a designated area in a radio vehicle or on foot to protect life and property and deter crime. Responds to suspicious activities and emergency calls for service. Enforces District, city, county or state and federal laws and ordinances. Assists in settling disputes, calming patrons and providing crowd control and direction. Makes presentations to community and employee groups regarding personal safety and criminal activities. Secures information at incident scenes and collects, documents and prepares evidence for court. Prepares affidavits for arrest and/or search warrants and coordinates investigative activities with other law enforcement agencies. Transports prisoners to booking facilities and processes them. Maintains accurate records and writes incident and crime reports. Works with investigative and legal personnel and presents testimony in court. Enforces traffic and parking regulations, investigates traffic accidents and directs traffic. Serves warrants and subpoenas. Education and Qualifications
Minimum Education : Possession of a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent; college credits, military or customer service experience highly desirable. Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be physically able to drag up to 165 pounds and lift/carry up to 50 pounds. Must meet physical, psychological and background standards and obtain required POST certification. Must remain firearm qualified. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime. Knowledge and Skills Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts. Techniques for dealing with varied groups of people. Standard record keeping and report writing procedures and techniques. Abilities Observe and recall places, names, faces and incidents with accuracy. Understand and follow oral and written directions; interpret and apply complex laws, procedures and policies. Analyze situations and make rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines. Use two-way radio communication equipment effectively. Drive a motor vehicle safely. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and maintain accurate records and reports. Selection Process
The selection process includes five phases: Pre-Screening Background Questionnaire; POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam and Physical Agility Test; Review and Evaluation of Personal History Statement; Oral Panel Interview; Investigative Background Check. The entire process may take several months. Pre-employment requirements include verification of work eligibility, medical examination (drug and alcohol screen), extensive background check, and polygraph examination. Documentation may be requested during background; POST certificates may be required. Eligibility to Reapply : Candidates not successful in the written, physical agility and/or oral board process may reapply online for future openings. Those unsuccessful in the investigative background process must wait at least 6 months before reapplying. Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against for race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or for religious reasons; notify the Human Resources Department in advance of the examination. Qualified veterans may be eligible for additional veteran’s credit in the selection process in accordance with policy. Department : BART Police Department. This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA).
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Entry-Level Police Officer – BART Police Department. Selected candidates will be required to complete a CA POST-mandated Basic Police Academy, a Field Training Officer (FTO) Program and a one-year probationary period. Patrol shift assignments are made on a seniority basis after probation. Officers may be required to work weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime. Responsibilities
Patrols a designated area in a radio vehicle or on foot to protect life and property and deter crime. Responds to suspicious activities and emergency calls for service. Enforces District, city, county or state and federal laws and ordinances. Assists in settling disputes, calming patrons and providing crowd control and direction. Makes presentations to community and employee groups regarding personal safety and criminal activities. Secures information at incident scenes and collects, documents and prepares evidence for court. Prepares affidavits for arrest and/or search warrants and coordinates investigative activities with other law enforcement agencies. Transports prisoners to booking facilities and processes them. Maintains accurate records and writes incident and crime reports. Works with investigative and legal personnel and presents testimony in court. Enforces traffic and parking regulations, investigates traffic accidents and directs traffic. Serves warrants and subpoenas. Education and Qualifications
Minimum Education : Possession of a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent; college credits, military or customer service experience highly desirable. Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be physically able to drag up to 165 pounds and lift/carry up to 50 pounds. Must meet physical, psychological and background standards and obtain required POST certification. Must remain firearm qualified. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime. Knowledge and Skills Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts. Techniques for dealing with varied groups of people. Standard record keeping and report writing procedures and techniques. Abilities Observe and recall places, names, faces and incidents with accuracy. Understand and follow oral and written directions; interpret and apply complex laws, procedures and policies. Analyze situations and make rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines. Use two-way radio communication equipment effectively. Drive a motor vehicle safely. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and maintain accurate records and reports. Selection Process
The selection process includes five phases: Pre-Screening Background Questionnaire; POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam and Physical Agility Test; Review and Evaluation of Personal History Statement; Oral Panel Interview; Investigative Background Check. The entire process may take several months. Pre-employment requirements include verification of work eligibility, medical examination (drug and alcohol screen), extensive background check, and polygraph examination. Documentation may be requested during background; POST certificates may be required. Eligibility to Reapply : Candidates not successful in the written, physical agility and/or oral board process may reapply online for future openings. Those unsuccessful in the investigative background process must wait at least 6 months before reapplying. Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against for race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or for religious reasons; notify the Human Resources Department in advance of the examination. Qualified veterans may be eligible for additional veteran’s credit in the selection process in accordance with policy. Department : BART Police Department. This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA).
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