Police Sergeant

About the role

The Police Sergeant position involves working as a first-line supervisor, performing law enforcement and specialized tasks, and providing leadership to other officers. The role includes making work assignments, monitoring activities, and training and assisting subordinates.

Responsibilities

• Make work assignments and monitor activities
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, and regulations
• Provide on-the-job training and evaluation to assigned staff
• Assume command in the absence of the superior officer and assist in administrative duties
• Participate in the development and implementation of department policies and procedures
• Lead investigations and special projects

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures
• Effective communication skills, including report writing
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments
• Ability to supervise and evaluate employees
• Ability to assist in developing department policies and procedures
• High school diploma or equivalent, and completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy
• Three or more years of active law enforcement experience
• Completion of a P.O.S.T. Supervisory Program is desirable or must be completed within one year of appointment
• Ability to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (Criminal Justice) is preferred
• Experience supervising and/or providing lead work direction to staff
• Knowledge of local jurisdictions and laws
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures, principles, and techniques
• Knowledge of current policing trends
• Ability to prepare thorough and accurate written reports
• Ability to act calmly and effectively under adverse conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to handle and communicate sensitive situations with tact and confidentiality
• Ability to collaborate with police organizations from other CSU’s and state/federal law enforcement organizations
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge of current criminal codes and laws
• Comprehensive knowledge of effective investigative techniques and procedures
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgements
• Ability to provide effective leadership, training, and direction to assigned personnel
• Ability to supervise and evaluate employees effectively
• Ability to assist in developing department policies and procedures

Benefits

Best-in-class benefits are provided, including:

• Click here to learn more about best-in-class benefits
• Click here to learn more about CSU total compensation

Pay

Salary range: $10,453 per month (Step 18) - $10,941 per month (Step 20)

Schedule

Varies; irregular shifts, to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to work any shift in a 24/7 schedule.