Police Sergeant is responsible for supervising patrol officers and agents as assigned and maintaining the chain of command within the operations of the department. Responsible for developing training programs for department personnel, directing special units, preparing special reports or projects as assigned, receiving and reviewing reports from officers, and assigning personnel in accordance to specific needs. Being a Police Sergeant requires a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 5-7 years of law enforcement experience. Typically reports to a chief of police, captain, or lieutenant. The Police Sergeant manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Police Sergeant typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Police Sergeant-Campus Police -24000000MQ
Description
Market Range : 09
Hiring Salary : $25.00 / Hourly
JOB SUMMARY / ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
The Police Sergeant serves as first line supervisor, under the direction of the patrol commander (Lieutenant). This position supervises the activity of several police and security officers, review reports and direct activities of assigned personnel.
Additionally, this position responds to the scene of any significant incident to coordinate subordinate staff performance, as well as coordinate enforcement efforts with MPD and other law enforcement agencies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
assists in training of police and security officers.
attends training modules and ensures officers meet training requirements; performs annual evaluations of personnel assigned to shift.
Monitors and documents personnel performance and takes appropriate disciplinary action when needed. Identifies and analyzes problems and makes solution recommendations to management.
Reviews paperwork submitted by subordinates for accuracy.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
EDUCATION : High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE : Five (5) years of experience as a police officer; OR Associate’s Degree (preferred), one (1) years of experience as a police officer;
OR a combination of college course work and work experience to equal five (5) years.
LICENSE / CERTIFICATION : Candidate must be P.O.S.T. certified. Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid Driver’s License in State of residency in order to drive a patrol car.
Must meet the minimum standards for pre-employment as stated by the Tennessee Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission.
Must be a U.S. citizen; pass a physical and psychological exam; consent to a pre-employment background investigation and fingerprints;
qualify to carry a firearm. (PROOF OF CERTIFICATION AND DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIRED)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
WORK SCHEDULE : This position is frequently required to work weekends and evenings. May require occasional overnight travel.
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Primary Location
US-Tennessee-Memphis
Organization
Campus Police
Schedule
Full-timeCampus / InstituteMemphis
Job Posting
Mar 25, 2024, 3 : 30 : 46 PM
Last updated : 2024-03-26
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