Revenue Protection Guard

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

Step 1:
Minimum $48.84/hour to Step 5:
Maximum $58.61 /hour

Note:

Externals will start at step 1.

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

Sergeant or a Police Civilian Supervisor

As assigned.

Note:

Must be willing to do shift work with varied days off and weekends.

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.

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) Police Department is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented, and security-focused Revenue Protection Guard to join our team. This important role is responsible for safeguarding District cash, personnel, and assets during the collection, handling, and transportation of revenue. Revenue Protection Guards focus specifically on guarding cash and managing security during revenue collection activities.

This role requires a high level of responsibility, as guards are authorized to make situational decisions regarding the protection of cash and crew safety.

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:

• Security and Threat Management – Expertise in assessing and mitigating risks to ensure the safety of personnel, cash, and assets.
• Crisis Management and Decision-Making – Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations. The ability to act swiftly and effectively in emergencies, making critical decisions to safeguard lives, cash, and property.
• Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Skills
  – Ability to interact with patrons and the general public in a firm, professional manner, including during confrontations or disputes. Demonstrates tact, patience, and clear communication to defuse tense situations, while maintaining authority and ensuring compliance.
• Communication and Reporting – Excellent communication skills for maintaining constant contact with District personnel, dispatchers, and law enforcement. The ability to prepare clear, accurate, and detailed written reports on security activities, incidents, and operations.
• Firearm Proficiency and Defensive Tactics – Proficiency in the safe and effective use of firearms, batons, and other protective equipment. Applies approved defensive tactics to protect oneself and others, using the minimum force necessary to ensure safety and maintain control during high-risk or threatening situations.

• Must be at least 21 years old at appointment.
• Achieve Certification in Firearms and Arrest Training within six months of employment.
• Must have a valid California driver's license, a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to obtain a Class A California Commercial driver's license whenever feasible to do so, at the District’s discretion.
• Class “A” drivers are required to pass an annual physical to maintain class “A” status.
• Must pass an 832 Penal Code (arrest control, firearms) course and qualify at quarterly department range programs.
• Must pass a background…