Biography

On November 7, 2022, Ja’Son Scott was appointed to the position of Deputy Chief of Progressive Policing and Community Engagement Bureau by Chief Alvarez. Prior to his promotion Ja’Son served as the Personnel and Training Lieutenant for two years, helping to recruit hundreds of BART Police Department candidates.  Ja’Son began his law enforcement career in 1999 with the Oakland Police Department after graduating from the Oakland Police Department’s 142nd Basic Recruit Academy.

While at Oakland P.D. Ja’Son worked as a school resource officer, Field Training Officer (FTO), motor officer and traffic investigator. In 2012, Ja’Son transferred to the BART Police Department holding a variety of assignments including COPPS Sergeant, watch commander and zone commander.  Ja’Son has a Master’s of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from National University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from California State University, Hayward.

When not working, Ja’Son enjoys time with his family, playing basketball and cheering for the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Lakers.