This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA). Successful candidates will start at the BASE Salary while in the Academy.

$123,801 to $202,718 ($87,560 while in academy – $105,831 while on FTO)

Under general supervision, 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, criminal investigation and crime prevention and suppression; and performs related duties as assigned.

This is the entry-level, sworn law enforcement classification. Primary duties involve public assistance, patrol and prevention activities. Incumbents are encouraged to learn a variety of law enforcement functional areas and techniques. This class is distinguished from Police Sergeant in that the latter is the first supervisory class in the sworn police series.

This position reports to a Police supervisor or manager.

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

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.

Environmental Conditions:

Field environment; exposure to inclement weather; gun range; exposure to loud noises.

Physical Conditions:

Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, running, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, crawling or sitting for prolonged periods of time; and lifting and carrying. Standing and riding trains for long periods of time.