Retired Annuitant (Police Officer)

BART; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive agency dedicated to ensuring safety in the Bay Area transit system. This role offers a unique opportunity for retired police officers to engage in meaningful work while enjoying competitive pay and stability. As a Retired Annuitant Police Officer, you'll play a crucial role in providing security and support within the community, ensuring a safe environment for all riders. With a focus on fair and impartial policing, you'll be part of a team committed to building public trust and reducing crime through proactive measures. If you are passionate about serving the community and have the necessary qualifications, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

CalPERS Retirement Program

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Basic P.O.S.T. certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides security at District headquarters and off-site.
• Performs prisoner transport and hospital guard duties.

Skills

Observation Skills

Legal Analysis

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Retirement from Police Officer Position

Tools

Basic P.O.S.T. Certification

California Driver’s License

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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

Step 5: $69.40/Hour

Who May Apply

Former sworn police officers.

Reports To

Police Chief or designee.

Days Off

As assigned. Must be willing to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Department

BART Police Department is a progressive agency committed to 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 visible policing, enforce laws proactively, and build public trust through community partnership.

Purpose: Retiree Annuitant Program

BART seeks to appoint former sworn police officers in good standing as retired annuitants to provide security and other police duties on non-District property as needed. This role is for individuals eligible for post-retirement employment. Appointees are assigned to perform duties of a temporary nature, not exceeding 960 hours per fiscal year. Appointments are at the top step (Step 5), and are 'at-will' with no benefits. Retired officers from safety/sworn classifications do not need a break in service to be appointed.

Note: Appointees must possess a current Basic P.O.S.T. certification and maintain it during employment. An employment agreement with BART is required.

Selection Process

Selection is at the discretion of the Chief of Police or designee. Priority is given to previous BART Police Department employees. The process includes:

1. Minimum Qualification screening
2. Chief of Police interview
3. Investigative background check

Retirees appointed within 180 days of retirement are exempt from the background check.

The successful candidate must demonstrate reliability, provide necessary documents, pass a pre-employment medical exam, background check, and polygraph.

Applicants may be asked to provide documents such as citizenship papers, birth certificates, transcripts, DMV records, insurance proof, marriage/divorce certificates, and POST certificates.

These provisions comply with CalPERS regulations.

Examples of Duties

• Provides security at District headquarters and for District work crews off-site.
• Performs prisoner transport and hospital guard duties.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Retirement from a police officer position.

Other Requirements

• Current and ongoing retiree status.
• Sworn peace officer status.
• Valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory record.
• Physically capable of dragging up to 165 pounds and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Meet physical, psychological, and background standards.
• Possess a current Basic P.O.S.T. certification and remain firearm qualified.
• Available to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of law enforcement terminology, dealing with diverse groups, record-keeping, and report writing.
• Skills in observation, following instructions, legal analysis, communication, driving, relationship building, and report preparation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The BART District is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category is prohibited. Reasonable accommodations are available for persons with disabilities or religious needs. Contact the HR department at [e-mail] at least 5 days prior to the exam date.

Veterans may be eligible for additional credits in the selection process. Attach DD214 or proof of disability and submit the Veteran's Preference Application by the deadline. More info at www.bart.gov/jobs.