June 22, 2007

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Police Department

Position Title: Police Officer

Position Type: Police

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Performs law enforcement and general police services for Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART).

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
To serve the needs of the mass transit riding public, DART created its own police department in September of 1989. Since its inception, the department has grown to over 220 positions. DART Police officers are vested with all the rights, privileges, obligations, and duties of peace officers in the state of Texas. DART services over 700 square miles, in six counties, and 13 cities in the Dallas metropolitan area.

In the next few years, DART's rail system is slated to more than double in size and High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes are planned to more than triple in size. With this expansion, the DART Police Department will also be increasing. The department plans to add 30 officers each year for the next 5 years, for a total of 150 new positions.

Because the DART Police Department is a rapidly growing department, there are many opportunities for promotional advancement and special assignments (i.e., motorcycles, bicycles, investigations, canine handlers, training, intelligence, etc.). Additionally, employees are allowed to annually choose their shift assignments and supervisor based on seniority, and with seniority constantly increasing due to growth, preferred shifts are quickly available.

Furthermore, approximately 85% of the sworn personnel work 4 day work weeks (10 hour shifts).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responds to calls for police service within DART jurisdiction to include, but not limited to:
· Investigating crimes, accidents and incidents,
· Arresting suspects and violators,
· Settling disputes,
· Directing traffic,
· Assisting the public,
· Detaining individuals,
· Issuing citations, and other patrol activities
2. Interfaces with local police departments located within DART's service area.
3. Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations.
4. Conducts security surveys.
5. Develops crime prevention approaches/measures.
6. Performs special assignments.
7. Prepares a variety of reports for management review such as investigation results, activities, status reports, etc.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

An application must be submitted to be considered for employment; a resume alone will not be considered. You may obtain an application packet online at http://www.dart.org/hr/DARTPoliceApplicationPacket.pdf or you may call (214-749-5951) or email (PDrecruiting@DART.org) and request that an application packet be sent to you.

Job Requirements

Age minimum of 20 1/2 at time of application

Education HS graduate - or - GED with 12 college hours

Experience none required

Additional Requirement :

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. High school diploma, or G.E.D. plus twelve (12) hours college credit from an accredited college or university.
2. Successful completion of Basic Peace Officer training requirements of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a prerequisite for licensing to practice law enforcement in the State of Texas, carry a service pistol or revolver, and perform law enforcement duties as required.
3. Written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels, both inside and outside of DART.
4. Analytical and creative skills to find solutions to problems.
5. Proficient using PC and software applications.
6. Valid Texas Driver's License or receive within 30 days of hire. No Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last 60 consecutive months; not more than one (1) on driving record. No more than three (3)moving violation convictions within last 36 months.
7. Pass DOT physical (medical) examination which includes a drug screen in order to operate DART revenue vehicles.
8. Successful completion of selection process including but not limited to polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, and background investigation.

DISQUALIFICATION FACTORS:
During the screening process a criminal history, and driver’s license check will be conducted. Disqualifiers include but are not limited to the following:
1. No Felony convictions, no Class A Misdemeanor convictions, and no Class B Misdemeanor convictions in the last ten years.
2. No pending criminal investigations or actions (civilian or military) and/or be under indictment for any criminal offense at the time of application.
3. Not more than one (1) DWI conviction on your driving record.

Salary Information

Entry Level Salary: $40,700 annual

Academy Graduate: $41,800 annual

Contact Information

Janie Gonzalez
PDrecruiting@DART.org
Dallas Area Rapid Transit Police Department
1333 N. Stemmons Frwy. #105
Dallas, Texas 75207
ph: (214)749-5951

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