Public Safety & Community Services Officer

Bay Area Rapid Transit; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) invites applications for Community Services Officer positions within the BART Police Department. This role supports high-visibility patrols, parking enforcement, and safety initiatives across stations and parking facilities.

Candidates must have a HS diploma and at least one year of public-facing work, and be able to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The selection process includes multiple phases and a thorough background check.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of verifiable public-facing work experience.
• Must be physically able to walk up to one mile daily and stand for long periods.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Issue citations and warnings for parking violations and manage parking control duties.
• Monitor CCTV and patrol parking facilities and structures.
• Assist the public, answer questions, and process parking applications and permits.
• Direct traffic as needed and operate two-way radio equipment.
• Assist in crime prevention presentations and engage with community organizations.

Skills

Public service

Communication

Customer service

Situational awareness

Conflict resolution

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) invites applications for Community Services Officer positions within the BART Police Department. This role supports high-visibility patrols, parking enforcement, and safety initiatives across stations and parking facilities.

Candidates must have a HS diploma and at least one year of public-facing work, and be able to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The selection process includes multiple phases and a thorough background check.