Transit Ambassador

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 is a BART Police Officers' Association (BPOA) represented position.

Step 1: $31.27/hourly to Step 5: $38.40/hourly (BPOA Hourly)

Note: All external candidates will start at Step 1.

Reports To

Supervisor of Crisis Intervention & Outreach Programs

Current Assignment

Are you ready to contribute to a purpose-driven role focused on public service, accountability, and community engagement? Join the SF Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Police Department as a Transit Ambassador and play an essential role in supporting a safe and equitable transit system.

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is looking for dynamic, personable, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Transit Ambassadors. This role is crucial to ensuring a safe, comfortable, and efficient travel experience for all BART patrons. Transit Ambassadors act as a visible, approachable presence across the system, providing assistance, fostering positive interactions, and supporting the overall safety and well-being of our passengers.

As a Transit Ambassador, you will directly contribute to enhancing the public’s experience while traveling throughout the Bay Area's busiest transit system. If you have a passion for public service, community engagement, and safety, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact every day.

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

• Customer Service Excellence: Act as a visible point of contact for passengers, providing information on schedules, fares, policies, and transit system operations. Assist with route navigation and address inquiries regarding BART services.
• Safety and Security Support: Help ensure the safety of passengers by monitoring station and platform activity, identifying potential hazards, and reporting suspicious or unsafe behavior to appropriate authorities.
• Public Education and Outreach: Engage with passengers to promote safe travel practices, BART services, and system updates. Offer educational materials and conduct outreach efforts to enhance the rider experience.
• Conflict Resolution: Address and de-escalate passenger concerns or complaints in a professional, calm, and customer-focused manner. Resolve issues quickly and effectively to maintain a positive environment for all riders.
• Collaboration with BART Police and Staff: Work closely with BART Police, station agents, and other BART personnel to ensure seamless operations and a coordinated response to incidents when necessary.
  
  

Application & 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 many re-apply online by visiting our website at www.bart.gov/jobs for a listing of open positions.

The selection process will include the following six (6) phases:

Phase 1: Pre-Screening Background Questionnaire. Applicants that successfully clear the pre-screening background questionnaire will be eligible to move forward in the selection process.

Phase 2: Minimum Qualifications: A review of each applicant’s employment application to verify possession of the minimum qualifications.

Phase 3: Additional screening criteria beyond the minimum qualifications may be used to identify the most competitive candidates and determine advancement to the next stage of the selection process. Such criteria may include security or public safety experience, as well as law enforcement and/or transit experience.

Phase 4: E-Skills Assessment

Phase 5: Personal History Statement (PHS): Candidates may be required to submit a completed PHS for interview eligibility.

Phase 6: Oral Boards: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and/or additional screening may be invited to participate in an oral panel interview.

Phase 7: Background Investigation (may include a medical exam, psychological, and polygraph exams if applicable)

** PLEASE NOTE that the entire selection process may take 6 months up to (1) year. **

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 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).

Examples of Duties

• Rides BART trains on specified lines at designated times to monitor activities.
• Punctually attends daily briefing meetings to receive assignments.
• Interacts and engages with BART personnel, the public, and others to establish an official presence and deter disruptive behavior from occurring within the BART system.
• Assists in medical emergencies on BART property by gathering information, providing logistical support, and/or providing first-aid as appropriate; summons medical response when needed.
• Provides various routine assistance to BART personnel; may operate various office equipment; gathers, maintains and retrieves records as directed; fills out forms and writes basic reports; enters data into appropriate computer database or application.
• Prepares written reports on incidents and provides to supervisor in a timely manner; documents other activities as specified by supervisor.
• Observes and reports any type of suspicious activity and/or behavior to the appropriate personnel; summons assistance as necessary and as appropriate.
• Works with management to perform outreach within the community and participate in departmental efforts including informational presentations.
• Participates in and successfully completes required training.
• Maintains transparency by wearing body-worn camera to video record contacts.
• May be required to operate District vehicles.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Possession of a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent.

Experience

One (1) year of (full-time equivalent) community service or similar experience which involved interacting and engaging with people from a variety of backgrounds.

Other Requirements

Must be available and willing to work varying hours, nights, weekends, holidays and special events as scheduled

Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License

Must be available to work under varied conditions, including inclement weather

Must complete required District training

Must wear designated attire as required by BART

Must undergo an extensive law enforcement background check

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge Of

• Principles and practices of effective customer service
• Methods and techniques of effective communication
• Current office procedures and practices, including the use of online computer equipment
• Applicable BART rules and safety regulations
  
  

Skill/Ability in:

• Reading, interpreting and following a variety of instructions
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing
• Remaining professional and courteous when dealing with disorderly patrons
• Maintaining basic and accurate records, and other reports as needed
• Exercising sound judgment
• Recognizing unusual, hazardous or emergency situations and taking appropriate actions according to specified regulations
  
  

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

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• No
  
  

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Do you have at least one (1) year of (full-time equivalent) community service or similar experience which involved interacting and engaging with people from a variety of backgrounds?

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• No
  
  

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Describe your experience working in community service or similar experience which involved interacting and engaging with people from a variety of backgrounds. In your response, include the company name, your job title and duties/responsibilities.

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Do you have law enforcement, public security/safety and/or transit experience?

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• No
  
  

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Briefly describe your law enforcement, public security/safety and/or transit experience? In your answer. include the company name, your job title and duties/responsibilities. If not applicable, enter 'N/A',

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This position performs required job duties in various environmental conditions such as: Train and station environment; work in confined space; exposure to cold, heat and noise, inclement weather, foul odors, and high voltage. Are you able to work in varying environmental conditions?

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This position must respond to afterhours incidents and perform field activities. Are you able to work afterhours and perform job duties in the field?

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• No
  
  

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Do you maintain good physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time?

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

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

• Yes
• No
  
  

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

• Yes
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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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• No
  
  

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Do you have any felony convictions?

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• No
  
  

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

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• No
  
  

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

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• No
  
  

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

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• No
  
  

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

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• No
  
  

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question