What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Services Officer (BPOA) position at San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART)?
Pay Rate
This is a BART Police Officers' Association (BPOA) represented position.
$31.27/ Hourly (Step 1) - $38.40/ Hourly (Step 5) BPOA Hourly
*Note: All external candidates will start at Step 1.
Reports to
Police Sergeant or a Police Civilian Supervisor
Current Assignment
** This announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next twelve (12) months.
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) Police Department is seeking highly motivated and community-oriented individuals to join our team as Community Services Officers (CSOs). This assignment supports several key operational priorities of the BART Police Department, including high-visibility patrol, system safety, customer service, and timely response to quality-of-life concerns across stations and parking facilities.
Selection and Application Process
This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA). Applications will be screened to ensure minimum qualifications are met, and qualified candidates will proceed through the selection process, which will include:
Phase 1: Skills Assessment
Phase 2: Minimum Qualifications Screening
Phase 3: Oral Panel Interview
Phase 4: Background Investigation
The entire process may take six (6) months up to one (1) year to complete.
The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies
of certificates, diplomas or other documents as requested and/or 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 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 (men only), DMV driving history documents, proof of
automobile insurance, marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable), and POST certificates (if applicable).
The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
Train and station environment; work in confined space; exposure to cold, heat and noise, inclement weather, foul odors, and high voltage.
Physical Conditions
Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for standing for a prolonged period of time, and for walking, bending, stooping, sitting and climbing.
This is a BART Police Officers' Association (BPOA) represented position.
$31.27/ Hourly (Step 1) - $38.40/ Hourly (Step 5) BPOA Hourly
*Note: All external candidates will start at Step 1.
Reports to
Police Sergeant or a Police Civilian Supervisor
Current Assignment
** This announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next twelve (12) months.
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) Police Department is seeking highly motivated and community-oriented individuals to join our team as Community Services Officers (CSOs). This assignment supports several key operational priorities of the BART Police Department, including high-visibility patrol, system safety, customer service, and timely response to quality-of-life concerns across stations and parking facilities.
Responsibilities include issuing citations and warnings for parking violations, staffing a zone command office booth, patrolling parking facilities and assigned areas, and providing technical assistance to police personnel involved in safety and community service activities throughout the District. CSOs are expected to exercise sound judgment, demonstrate professionalism, communicate effectively with the public, and work collaboratively with sworn personnel.
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:
- Commitment to public service: Demonstrates a genuine dedication to serving the community and prioritizing public safety.
- Communication: Ability to convey information clearly, professionally, and effectively in both verbal and written forms.
- Customer service: Strong commitment to assisting the public, resolving concerns, and fostering positive interactions.
- Strong situational awareness: Ability to quickly perceive and accurately assess dynamic environments, anticipate potential challenges or hazards, and make informed decisions in real time.
- Conflict resolution: Skill in managing and de-escalating tense or potentially volatile situations with professionalism and composure.
Selection and Application Process
This position is represented by the BART Police Officers Association (BPOA). Applications will be screened to ensure minimum qualifications are met, and qualified candidates will proceed through the selection process, which will include:
Phase 1: Skills Assessment
Phase 2: Minimum Qualifications Screening
Phase 3: Oral Panel Interview
Phase 4: Background Investigation
The entire process may take six (6) months up to one (1) year to complete.
The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies
of certificates, diplomas or other documents as requested and/or 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 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 (men only), DMV driving history documents, proof of
automobile insurance, marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable), and POST certificates (if applicable).
The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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.
- Issues citations and/or warnings for parking, standing or stopping violations; marks and authorizes the towing of unoccupied vehicles; researches and conducts inventories of unoccupied vehicles; operates parking control machines and examines parking control machine records.
- Monitors closed circuit television; conducts periodic patrol sweeps of parking facilities and structures on foot or by vehicle.
- Answers questions and responds to complaints and requests for services and referrals from the public, other agencies and District departments, processes parking applications and permits.
- Directs traffic as needed; patrols assigned area and operates two-way radio; operates a motor (gasoline or battery powered) vehicle.
- Assists in crime prevention presentations; advises patrons and community organizations on crime prevention programs.
- Conducts surveys and inspections; conducts research studies, compiles statistics and analyzes data.
- Responds to non-hazardous criminal complaints, such as vandalism, petty theft and auto burglary; prepares designated crime reports at the direction of a patrol sergeant; compiles completed incident reports for records processing and makes follow-up contacts by telephone, letter, teletype or in person; retrieves and deposits lost, found and stolen property; testifies at legal proceedings.
- Maintains crowd control at the direction of a Sergeant during emergencies, special events or other gatherings, interprets and applies Police Department policies and procedures.
Possession of a High School diploma, GED or recognized equivalent.
Experience
The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time verifiable work experience which primarily involved interfacing with the public in a customer or community service or volunteer setting.
Other Requirements
Must be physically able to walk up to one mile per day and stand for long periods of time. Nature of duties involves exposure to inclement weather.
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
Train and station environment; work in confined space; exposure to cold, heat and noise, inclement weather, foul odors, and high voltage.
Physical Conditions
Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for standing for a prolonged period of time, and for walking, bending, stooping, sitting and climbing.
Knowledge of:
- Methods and techniques of dealing effectively with the public in routine and emergency circumstances
- Basic law enforcement organization, activities, terminology, rules, and procedures
- Local parking rules and regulations
Skill/ Ability in:
- Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
- Understanding and carrying out oral and written directions
- Maintaining accurate records
- Preparing accurate, clear and concise written reports
- Using initiative and sound judgment within established guidelines
- Remaining calm in emergency situations and providing clear, concise and understandable verbal direction and information
Salary : $65,042 - $79,887