Entry-Level Police Officer

Entry-Level Police Officer

Salary

$107,953.68 - $152,397.96 Annually

Location

BART Police Headquarters - MET, 3rd Floor

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600220

Executive Office

Police

Cost Center

Police Operations Division

Opening Date

08/01/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Job Summary

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Salary Information

This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA). Note that successful candidates will start at the base salary while in the Academy.

$7,937.77/ Monthly (Step 20/ Base Salary - While in Academy)

$8,996.14/ Monthly (Step 21 /Base Salary - Upon Academy Completion)

$10,583.69/ Monthly (Step 1/ Base Salary - Upon FTO Completion)

Who May Apply

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

Reports To

Police Sergeant or Lieutenant

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 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

Are you ready to launch a purpose-driven career in modern policing-one built on service, innovation, and community trust? Join the BART Police Department and become part of a forward-thinking public safety team protecting one of the nation's most advanced transportation systems.

We're looking for motivated, community-minded individuals who want to make a difference. No prior law enforcement experience is required-we will train you in a POST-certified Police Academy after hire and provide you with the skills, confidence, and leadership tools to succeed.

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:

• Observe and accurately recall details
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with diverse groups
• Think critically, remain calm, and make sound decisions
• Learn and apply complex laws, procedures, and technology tools
• Build positive relationships with passengers and colleagues
• Maintain detailed records and prepare clear, professional reports
• Operate vehicles and radio communications safely and effectively

If you're passionate about public service, committed to fairness, and excited by the idea of contributing to a transformational transportation system, we want you on our team.

Application and Selection Process

This position is represented by BART Police Officers Association (BPOA). All applicants must apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applications must be completed in full and include all requested information, including dates of employment, positions held, hours worked, and a detailed description of duties performed.

Applicants may attach a resume to provide supplemental information; however, the resume does not substitute for completing the application form in its entirety. Only information included in the application at the time of submission will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the position. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the Talent Acquisition Division at (510) 464-6112 or employment@bart.gov.

The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.

All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply online by visiting our website at www.bart.gov/jobs for a listing of open positions.

The selection process includes 5 phases:

Phase 1: Pre-Screening Application Background Questionnaire

Phase 2: POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam and Physical Agility Test

(Note: Applicants provided with testing opportunities twice per month)

Phase 3: Review and Evaluation of Personal History Statement

Phase 4: Oral Board Interview

Phase 5: Investigative Background Check

Please note that the entire selection process may take several months to complete.

The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States, and 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, a credit 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, DMV driving history documents, proof of automobile insurance, marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable), and POST certificates (if applicable).

Eligibility to Reapply

Candidates that are unsuccessful in the written, physical agility and/or oral board process can immediately reapply online for future openings. However, candidates that are unsuccessful in the investigative background process must wait at least 6 months before reapplying.

Examples of Duties

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Prepares affidavits for arrest and/or search warrants, files criminal complaints 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.

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.

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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SAVE THE DATE! The written exam for the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) and the Physical Agility Test (PAT) is tentatively scheduled for August 13, 2026, and August 27, 2026. Note: Testing opportunities are provided twice per month until the job posting closes. Click "Yes" to acknowledge your understanding of this statement.

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You may be waived from the law enforcement written exam administered by the BART Police Department if you successfully passed one of the following exams within the last 12 months: 1. POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). 2. National Testing Network (NTN) - Law Enforcement Test. NOTE: You must transfer your scores to the SF Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Police Department within the NTN database and notify us via email at BPDEmployment@bart.gov when completed. 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 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.)

03

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 score of 337 and a passing 1.5 mile run score 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 successfully passed the Physical Agility Test (PAT) administered by the BART Police Department within the last 12 months (from the date of the test). 3. If you are active military duty (Reservists and ACFT results are not eligible). Select from one of the following options:

• I achieved a passing overall score of 337 and successfully completed the 1.5-mile run component of the WSTB.
• I am active military.
• I successfully passed the Physical Agility Test (PAT) administered by the BART Police Department.
• I do not have a passing physical agility score and/or Im 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 may attach your exam scores to your job application. Applicants that meet the score criteria may be waived from testing and/or invited directly to an Oral Board Interview. The following are acceptable waiver documents: 1. POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). 2. National Testing Network (NTN) Entry-Level Law Enforcement written score. NOTE: You MUST transfer your scores to the BART Police Department within NTNs database and then notify Human Resources at BPDEmployment@bart.gov that your scores were transferred and ready to view. 3. Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) physical agility including passing 1.5 mile run or BART Police Department physical agility test score. 4. Active Military Orders (Reservists and ACFT results are not eligible) Click below to acknowledge that you have successfully completed one or more of the exams listed above and that your test score(s) are attached to your application.

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Applicants may also email waiver documents to the Human Resources Department at BPDEmployment@bart.gov no later than the close of this job posting. Late submittals may be rejected until a new job application is submitted. Click "Yes" to acknowledge that you understand this statement.

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Candidates currently undergoing the background check or who were disqualified (DQ) in the background phase must either wait for the process to be completed or for at least six (6) months from the DQ notice before reapplying, testing, or interviewing. If we determine that you meet these conditions during any part of the process, you will be disqualified from the selection process. Click "Yes" to acknowledge that you understand this statement.

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Integrity is one of the BART Police Departments Core Values. Successful candidates must pass an extensive investigative background check. The pre-employment background investigative phase may include the following: • Criminal background check • 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). Click below to acknowledge that you have read and understand the abovementioned statement about the investigative background process.

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• No

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PRE-SCREENING BACKGROUND QUESTIONNAIRE: The hiring and background requirements are quite stringent for law enforcement personnel. Therefore, applicants are required to complete the following pre-background screening questions to be considered for this position. Note: 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. Click below to acknowledge that you understand this statement.

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Do you have any felony convictions?

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• No

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Have you committed any act(s) of domestic violence?

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Have you committed any criminal act(s) against children?

• Yes
• No

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Have you received any misdemeanor convictions within the last three (3) years?

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Have you received two (2) or more misdemeanor convictions as an adult?

• Yes
• No

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Have you had three (3) or more moving violations within the last three (3) years?

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• No

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Were you involved as a driver in two (2) or more chargeable (at fault) collisions within three (3) years?

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Have you used a hallucinogenic drug within the last seven (7) years?

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Do you have any outstanding warrants of arrests at the time of your application?

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Are you at least 20 1/2 years of age

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a high school diploma, General Education Development Certificate (GED) or other high school equivalency test approved by CDE?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid drivers license? NOTE: If you have a valid out-of-state driver's license, you will be required to obtain a drivers license from the State of California to move forward in the background process.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART)

Address 2150 Webster Street

4th Floor

Oakland, California, 94612

Phone 510-464-6112

Website www.bart.gov/jobs