BART Police Innovation Internship
BART Police Innovation Internship
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Job 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 fastpaced 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
Program Dates
June October
Salary Information
Earn up to $27.50 per hour (including BART riding privileges for the duration of the assignment)
Who May Apply
- Eligible applicants must be between the ages of 18 25.
- Strong interest in law enforcement public safety and/or community engagement.
- Must be currently pursuing or have recently completed a degree or certification in Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Public Administration Sociology or a closely related field.
- Must be able to successfully clear a background check and obtain any required clearance.
- Must be able to work up to 25 hours per week inperson.
- Must be available for occasional weekend work and outdoor field activities such as recruitment and community events.
Reports To
Workforce Development
Days Off
Saturday and Sunday (may include some weekends).
About the Department
BART Police Department is a progressive agency and has been at the forefront and in some cases the model approach to training in the areas of fair and impartial policing biasbased policing crisis intervention cultural competence training and deescalation 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 promote public confidence by working in partnership with our stakeholders and the communities we serve.
JobSummary
BART is excited to offer a projectbased internship program designed to engage individuals interested in law enforcement careers through projectbased learning and handson experience. This initiative seeks to attract committed and mature young adults who will contribute to a project focused on recruitment retention and fostering innovation within law enforcement.
Our Innovation Interns will create a recruitment strategy to bring in diverse talent to the BART Police Department by analyzing data connecting with communities and assessing current recruitment practices.
They will join forces to rethink public safety and create bold actionable solutions that make a real difference. Additionally interns will benefit from career readiness workshops personal development speakers and other resources to explore various career opportunities in transportation. By the end of the program interns will:
- Gain an indepth understanding of police department operations.
- Enhance skills in research data analysis and problemsolving.
- Build professional connections with law enforcement and other District personnel.
- Build relationships with interns in other departments.
- Contribute to a meaningful project that impacts community safety and policing strategies.
Selection Process
Applications will be screened to ensure that the minimum qualifications are met. The selection process for this internship will include a supplemental questionnaire and individual or panel interview. Candidates will be required to complete a background check and obtain necessary security clearances.
Examples of Duties
- Collaborate with department staff and other BART District personnel to develop solutions for projectspecific challenges.
- Conducts research collects and analyzes data and prepares draft documents.
- Assist in analyzing information and preparing recommendations.
- Assists in the development of graphics presentation materials and reports.
- Maintains records and files related to specific projects.
- Support department recruitment initiatives and outreach activities.
- Support community outreach efforts and events to strengthen policecommunity relations.
- Participate in ridealongs and job shadowing opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or certificate program at an accredited College University or Adult School majoring in Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Public Administration Sociology or a closely related field.
Experience:
No experience is required.
Substitution:
None.
Other Requirements:
- Must pass a Department of Justice clearance
- Must possess a valid California drivers license and have a satisfactory driving record
- Lift and carry boxes weighing up to 40 pounds with assistance
- Must be able to work up to 25 hours per week and participate in onsite meetings
- Must be able to work some weekends for recruitment and community outreach events
Environmental Conditions:
Primarily an office environment; may also include outdoor assignments with exposure to heat cold moving vehicles and inclement weather conditions.
Physical Conditions:
Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for walking standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge and Skills
- Basic understanding of law enforcement criminal justice or industryrelated fields
- Statistical and research methods
- Basic principles and practices of office work
- Microsoft Office Word Excel and PowerPoint or other technology tools
- Familiarity with social media platforms
Skill in:
- Conducting studies and research
- Learning new information quickly
- Ability to analyze data identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions
- Ability to think critically and develop creative solutions
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to clearly and professionally communicate in writing and orally
- Develop visually engaging presentations
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and uphold confidentiality
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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 yourexamination date at.
Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veterans 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 Veterans Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veterans Preference Policy and Application link at Experience:Intern
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Full-Time
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