Police Sergeant

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.

Salary Information

This is a BART Police Management Association (BPMA) position.

(Step 1) $80.30/Hour to (Step 5) $95.26/Hour

Who May Apply

All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.

Reports To

Police Lieutenant or other Chief of Police designee.

Days Off

As assigned. Must be willing to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Department

BART Police Department is a progressive agency and has been at 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

The BART Police Department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Police Sergeant to lead and supervise a dynamic team of sworn officers and technical support personnel. Under the direction of command-level officers, the Police Sergeant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of BART patrons, employees, and infrastructure throughout the BART District. This first-line supervisory role combines operational leadership with hands-on policing, offering a unique opportunity to influence the department's mission and service delivery.

The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Operational Leadership: Plan, organize, assign, and direct the daily activities of assigned personnel. Monitor staff performance, provide coaching and technical guidance, and maintain morale and productivity.
• Supervision and Development: Review and evaluate the work of assigned staff, provide constructive feedback, and oversee professional development and training initiatives.
• Law Enforcement Duties: Participate in patrol, traffic enforcement, investigations, and crime prevention activities as needed.
• Community Engagement: Serve as a liaison between the department, District staff, and the public. Represent BART Police at meetings with other law enforcement agencies, professional organizations, and community groups.
• Policy and Procedure Implementation: Assist in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare, review, and ensure the accuracy of reports, records, and correspondence.

This position is ideal for a proactive, strategic-minded law enforcement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment and is committed to the principles of community-oriented policing and public safety excellence.

This position is represented by the BART Police Management Association. The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Applications will be screened to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to proceed in the selection process. The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and/or an individual or panel interview. Note that District employees will be given priority of positions over external candidates in accordance with the governing MOU.

The selection process will consist of the following steps:

Exam Focus Areas:

• Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Planning
• Supervision
• Field Operations
• Legal Principles
• Written Communication
• General Law Enforcement Principles - CA

References for this examination include:

• Hess, K. and Wrobleski H. (2008). For the Record: Report Writing in Law Enforcement, 6^th Edition. Innovative Systems.
• Adams, T (2014). Police Field Operations, 8^th Edition. Pearson Prentice Hall.
• Whisenand, P. and McCain, E (2015). Supervising Police Personnel: Strengths-Based Leadership, 8^th Edition. Pearson Prentice Hall.
• California Department of Justice. California Peace Officers Legal Sourcebook. CopWare.
• NOTE: For the Record: Report Writing in Law Enforcement, 5^th Edition, and Police Field Operations, 7^th Edition can also be used as sources for this test.

Successful candidates will be ranked and placed on the eligibility list. Final selection will follow the 'Rule of Five (5)' process in accordance with BART Human Resources Policy and Procedure-Police Department Promotions.

Vacancies are filled based on the needs of the Police Department and in accordance with the established collective bargaining agreement. Accordingly, the Police Department and Human Resources can cancel a hiring pool or extend the hiring pool at their discretion. The Police Chief will administer the "Rule of 5" process when selecting applicants for vacancies as they occur. As such order of placement in the eligibility pool does not establish the order of final selection.

The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documents as 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. (Does not apply to current BART Police employees unless a specific job requires additional evaluations).

1. Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, reviews and evaluates staff and activities during an assigned shift or in an assigned function.
   
   
2. Assists in developing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.
   
   
3. Assists in implementation of ordinances, rules and regulations to further departmental goals.
   
   
4. Performs duties and responsibilities consistent with the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
   
   
5. Maintains discipline and communicates and interprets policies and procedures to subordinates.
   
   
6. Is responsible for morale and productivity of assigned staff and monitors their training and professional development.
   
   
7. Ensures that subordinates respond to calls for service.
   
   
8. Performs varied police duties relating to the enforcement of law, investigation and prevention of crime, patrol, traffic control and community information.
   
   
9. Presents evidence in court.
   
   
10. Confers with and provides assistance to District staff and Police command staff.
    
    
11. Prepares and reviews a variety of reports, records, correspondence and other written materials.
    
    
12. Represents the District in meetings with other law enforcement agencies, professional, business and community organizations and the public.
    
    
13. Handles patron inquiries and community complaints.
    
    
14. Monitors developments related to police service procedures, techniques and equipment; recommends policy, procedural and equipment improvements.
    
    

Education:
Sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter units with major coursework in administration of justice, business or public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college.

Experience:
The equivalent of four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable non-probationary sworn Police Officer experience by the filing deadline.

License or Certificate:
Must possess a valid Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Intermediate Certificate and remain firearm qualified.

Substitution:
A valid POST Advanced certificate and twelve years of experience may be substituted for the education. A college degree is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Must be able to meet physical, psychological, and background standards

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, techniques, and equipment for law enforcement services and activities
• Supervisory principles and practices, including work assignment, review, training, and motivation
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and case law

• Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing, and evaluating the work of assigned staff
• Training and motivating personnel - Implementing and interpreting policies, procedures, goals, objectives, and work standards
• Analyzing problems, evaluating alternatives, and recommending solutions
• Directing emergency operations efficiently and effectively
• Exercising initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Preparing clear, concise, and competent reports, correspondence, and other written materials
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work

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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.