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)
Job Title: Patrolman
Department: Summerset Police Department
Reports to: Chief of Police and Sergeant
Dated: April 2023
Position objective:
The Patrolman will be responsible for the duties of general law enforcement functions and service to the court.
Essential duties:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
General Law Enforcement Functions:
Service to Courts:
Other Duties and Responsibilities
General (education and/or experiences)
Required Certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job as listed above. Be physically able to perform the routine task required of a law enforcement officer.
Patrol Officers risk noise-induced hearing loss from sirens. Patrol Officers may be exposed to diseases such as Hepatitis-B and HIV/AIDS. Patrol Officers may be exposed to violence from person who are under the influence of controlled substances, alcohol or drugs and/or mentally unstable.
The work is not only physically strenuous but is also emotionally and/or mentally stressful.
Others
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person