Entry-Level Police Officer (BPOA)

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Entry-Level Police Officer (BPOA)

Salary

$99,279.44 - $140,152.90 Annually

Location

BART Police Headquarters – MET, 3rd Floor

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400156

Executive Office

Police

Cost Center

Police Operations Division

Opening Date

04/27/2024

Closing Date

5/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

3

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

 

Job Summary

Salary Information
 This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA).
 
  $7,300.80/ Monthly (Step 20/ Base Salary – While in Academy)
  $8,273.28/ Monthly (Step 21 /Base Salary – Upon Academy Completion)
  $9,733.29/ Monthly (Step 1/ Base Salary – Upon FTO Completion)
 
 Note that successful candidates will start at the Base Salary while in the Academy.
 
 Who May Apply
 All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.
 
 Reports To
 Police Sergeant or Lieutenant
 
 Days Off
 Variable - as assigned.
 
 Department
 BART Police Department is a progressive agency and has been on the forefront – and in some cases the model approach to training in the areas of fair and impartial policing, bias-based policing, crisis intervention, cultural competence training, and de-escalation training. The mission of the BART Police Department is to ensure a safe environment within our transit system, reduce crime through a highly visible police presence, and proactive enforcement of the law, and to promote public confidence by working in partnership with our stakeholders and the communities we serve.
 
 Current Assignment
 Under general supervision, the entry-level police officer performs a variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, providing information and assistance to the public, enforcement of laws and ordinances, conducting criminal investigations and crime prevention and suppression activities; and performing related work as assigned.
 
 Entry-Level Police Officer: Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a CA POST-mandated Basic Police Academy, a Field Training Officer (FTO) Program and successfully complete a one-year probationary period (from the date of graduation from the Academy).  Following the completion of the probationary period, patrol shift assignments are made on a seniority basis. Officers may be required to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
 
 NOTE: Applicants applying for the Entry Level Police Officer position may also be eligible for consideration for the following positions (upon completion of the selection process; based on qualifications and District needs): Police Admin Specialist, Fare Inspection Officer, Transit Ambassador, Revenue Protection Guard or Community Services Officer.
 
 Selection Process
 This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA).
 
 All eligible applicants will be invited to the written examination and the physical agility examinations. Applicants must then successfully pass tests to move on to the next phases of the selection process. The selection process will include four (4) phases. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and pass each phase to move on to the next phase of the selection process.
 
  Phase 1: Entry-Level Law Enforcement (LE) Written Exam
  Note: Testing is tentatively scheduled for June 13th and June 27th.
 
  Phase 2: Physical Agility Test
   Phase 3: Oral Panel Interview
   Phase 4: Investigative Background Check (includes a psychological and polygraph exam).
 
  ** Please note that the entire selection process may take up to 6 months to one year. **
 
  The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as requested and/or required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S.; pass a pre-employment medical examination which includes a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements.  Pre-employment processing will also include an extensive background check and successful completion of a polygraph exam.  (Does not apply to current full-time BART Police Department employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).
 
 If selected to proceed in the background investigative phase of the process, you will be asked to provide some essential documents. The following are some of the documents you may be asked to provide naturalization/citizenship papers, birth certificates, school transcripts, proof of selective service (men only), DMV driving history documents, proof of automobile insurance, marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable), and POST certificates (if applicable).
 
 The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Candidates that are unsuccessful in the written, physical agility and/or oral board process can reapply online for future openings. However, candidates that are unsuccessful in the background process must wait at least 6 months before reapplying.

Examples of Duties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Patrols a designated area in a radio vehicle or on foot to protect life and property and deter crime.

  2. Responds to suspicious activities and answers emergency calls for services.

  3. Enforces District, city, county or state and federal laws and ordinances.

  4. Assists in settling disputes, calming angry patrons and providing crowd direction and control.

  5. Makes presentations to community and employee groups regarding personal safety and criminal activities.

  6. Secures information from the parties at an incident scene and collects, documents and prepares evidence for court.

  7. Prepares affidavits for arrest and/or search warrants, files criminal complaints and coordinates investigative activities with other law enforcement agencies.

  8. Transports prisoners to booking facilities and processes them.

  9. Maintains accurate records and writes incident and crime reports.

  10. Works with investigative and legal personnel and presents testimony in court.

  11. Enforces traffic and parking regulations, investigates traffic accidents and directs traffic.

  12. Serves warrants and subpoenas.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Possession of a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent college credits, military or customer service experience highly desirable.

Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be physically able to drag a body weighing up to 165 pounds. Must be physically able to lift and carry equipment and boxes weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to meet physical, psychological and background standards. Must obtain required P.O.S.T. certification. Must remain firearm qualified. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

  • Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts.
  • Techniques for dealing with varied groups of people.
  • Standard record keeping and report writing procedures and techniques.

Ability to:
  • Observe and accurately recall places, names, faces and incidents.
  • 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 with those contacted in the course of the work.
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare clear, concise and competent reports.

 

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The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons.  Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov.

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013).  To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.

 

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District.  Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights

  • Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
  • Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
    • 2% @ 55 (Miscellaneous Members – Classic)
    • 2% @ 62 (Miscellaneous Members – PEPRA)
    • 3% @ 50 (Safety Members – Classic)
    • 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members – PEPRA)
    • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
  • Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
    • 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
  • Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
  • Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
  • Vacation Accruals (3-5 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
  • Holidays:
    • Sworn Officers & Police Dispatchers:  No floating holidays or observed holidays, but 6.6% pay differential provided above base pay rate
    • Non-Sworn Staff:  9 observed holidays and 4 floating holidays
  • Life Insurance may be available through employee union
  • Survivor Benefits through BART
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance may be available through employee union
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:  Health and Dependent Care
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

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Integrity is one of the BART Police Department's Core Values. Successful candidates must pass an extensive investigative background check. The pre-employment background investigative phase may include the following: • Criminal background check • Completion of a Personal History Statement (PHS) • Psychological screening • Successful completion of a polygraph exam • Home visit Additionally, you may be required to provide the following documents: • Naturalization/citizenship papers, birth certificates, school transcripts, proof of selective service (men only), DMV driving history documents, proof of automobile insurance, marriage, or divorce certificates (if applicable), and POST certificates (if applicable). If, at any point during the hiring process we discover that you intentionally omitted, lied, or minimized something in your background that we should have known about, it will most likely result in an automatic disqualification from the hiring process. Remember, we are not looking for perfect people, just perfect honesty. Select Yes or No to acknowledge that you have read the above statement about the BART Police Department's background investigative process.
  • Yes
  • No
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If you were previously disqualified in the background process, you must wait at least six (6) months before reapplying and/or interviewing. If we determine that you meet these criteria at any phase in the selection process, your application will no longer be under consideration, and you will be removed from the selection process. Click "Yes" to acknowledge that you understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have a valid driver's license from the State of California? If not, you will be required to obtain a driver's license from the State of California to move forward in the selection process.
  • Yes
  • No
05
You may be waived from the law enforcement written exam administered by the BART Police Department if you meet the following criteria: 1. POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) 2. National Testing Network (NTN) - Law Enforcement Test 3. CPS HR Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Note that scores must be dated within the last 12 months (from the date of the test). Select from the following options:
  • I achieved POST PELLETB T-score of 42 or higher within the last 12 months.
  • I achieved a minimum passing score from the NTN Law Enforcement Test for each section: Video: 65%, Writing: 70% and Reading: 70% within the last 12 months.
  • I achieved a minimum passing score of 70% for the CPS HR Consulting Entry Level Law Enforcement Test within the last 12 months.
  • I do not have a passing score for any eligible law enforcement written exams. I plan to attend the written exam administered by the BART Police Department. (Note: Applicants will receive an invitation to future testing.)
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You may be waived from the Physical Agility Test (PAT) administered by the BART Police Department if you meet the following criteria: 1. If you successfully passed the Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Physical Agility Test with a minimum overall passing of 337 within the last 12 months (from the date of the test). Note that BART ONLY accepts external agency scores for the WSTB Physical Agility Test. Other types of physical agility tests administered by external agencies will not be accepted. 2. If you are active military duty (not reservist). Select from one of the following options:
  • I achieved a minimum overall passing score of 337 for the WSTB.
  • I am active military.
  • I do not have a PAT passing score and/or I'm not active military. I plan to attend the PAT administered by the BART Police Department. (Note: Applicants will receive an invitation to future testing.)
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To effectuate a written and/or physical agility test (PAT) waiver, you must submit your supporting documentation to the BART Human Resources Department at BPDEmployment@bart.gov. Written exam and WSTB PAT score(s) - The letter must be on agency letterhead and include your name, description of test and score detail. National Testing Network (NTN) written scores - Notify the BART Human Resources Department that you successfully completed the Law Enforcement Test and that your results are ready to view in the NTN database. Note: You MUST transfer your scores to the BART Police Department within NTN's database. Active Military - Email a copy of your military orders or other supporting documentation verifying your active status. Applicants meeting the testing criteria may be waived from testing and/or invited directly to an Oral Board interview. Click below to acknowledge that you have read and understand the waiver information outlined above.
  • Yes
  • No
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Applicants MUST submit waiver documents to BPDEmployment@bart.gov no later than the close of this job posting. Late submittals will be rejected until applicant submits a new job application. Click "Yes" to acknowledge that you understand this statement.
  • Yes
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Tentatively, the BART Police Department will administer the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam and Physical Agility Test (PAT) on June 13, 2024, and June 27, 2024. At the close of this job posting, applicants will receive an invitation to sign-up and participate in the testing process. Note: These dates will be your only opportunity to test under this job posting. A failure to sign-up or attend your scheduled exam will result in a disqualification from the selection process and you must reapply to be considered for future testing. Click "Yes" to acknowledge that you understand this statement.
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Agency
San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART)
Address
2150 Webster Street
4th Floor
Oakland, California, 94612
Phone
510-464-6112