Police Sergeant (BPMA)

Job Description:

Police Sergeant (BPMA)

Description

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 Management Association (BPMA) position.

(Step 1) $ 77.58 Hour to (Step 5) $ 92.03 /Hour (Annual: $ 161,376 - $ 191,436)

Note: External candidates will be offered Step 1.

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 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.

SELECTION PROCESS
This announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates, for vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months.

This position is represented by the BART Police Management Association. Applications will be evaluated to ensure that minimum qualifications, required licenses, and POST certificates are met. Applicants who satisfy these criteria will progress in the selection process. Please note that BART District employees will receive priority for positions over external candidates, in line with the governing MOU. The selection process may include a skills demonstration, a written exam, and/or individual or panel interviews. This process consists of four (4) phases, and candidates must successfully complete each phase to continue.

Phase 1: Law Enforcement Sergeant Written Examination. (T entatively scheduled for the week of December 2nd.) The written exam will focus on the following subjects:

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

To prepare for the exam, review the following source/reference materials:

1. Hess, K. and Wrobleski H. (2008). For the Record: Report Writing in Law Enforcement, 6th Edition. Innovative Systems.
2. Adams, T. (2014). Police Field Operations, 8th Edition. Pearson Prentice Hall.
3. Whisenand, P. and McCain, E. (2015). Supervising Police Personnel: Strengths-Based Leadership, 8th Edition. Pearson Prentice Hall.
4. California Department of Justice. California Peace Officers Legal Sourcebook. CopWare.

Note: For the Record: Report Writing in Law Enforcement, 7th Edition can also be used as sources for this test.

Optional: The hiring department will host a command staff "meet & greet" and mock interview session for candidates. (Tentatively scheduled for the week of December 10th)

Phase 2: Panel Oral Board Interview.

Phase 3: Police Chief (or designee) Interview

Phase 4: Background Investigation

The entire selection process may take six (6) months to one (1) year from the date that the eligibility list is established.

Vacancies are filled according to the needs of the Police Department and in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Consequently, the Police Department and Human Resources reserve the right to cancel or extend a hiring pool as needed. The Police Chief will oversee the 'Rule of 5' process for selecting candidates as vacancies arise. Therefore, the order of placement in the eligibility pool does not determine the final selection order.

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. Candidates that are unsuccessful in the selection process can immediately reapply online for future openings.

Internal BART employees who are unsuccessful in the selection process will have the right to a debriefing of their final interview assessment with Human Resources and if applicable a right to a formal grievance process.

Examples of Duties

Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, reviews and evaluates staff and activities during an assigned shift or in an assigned function.

Assists in developing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.

Assists in implementation of ordinances, rules and regulations to further departmental goals.

Performs duties and responsibilities consistent with the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.

Maintains discipline and communicates and interprets policies and procedures to subordinates.

Is responsible for morale and productivity of assigned staff and monitors their training and professional development.

Ensures that subordinates respond to calls for service.

Performs varied police duties relating to the enforcement of law, investigation and prevention of crime, patrol, traffic control and community information.

Presents evidence in court.

Confers with and provides assistance to District staff and Police command staff.

Prepares and reviews a variety of reports, records, correspondence and other written materials.

Represents the District in meetings with other law enforcement agencies, professional, business and community organizations and the public.

Handles patron inquiries and community complaints.

Monitors developments related to police service procedures, techniques and equipment; recommends policy, procedural and equipment improvements.



Minimum Qualifications

Education :
Sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter units with major course work 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 to 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 and Skills

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 and regulations and case law

Skill/Ability in :

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1

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)
  • 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 (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District) Holidays: 10 observed holidays and 3 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.

Closing Date/Time: 11/17/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$161,376.00 - $191,436.00 Annually