POLICE SERGEANT DETECTIVE

Position Summary

The Police Detective Sergeant provides day-to-day supervision of sworn law enforcement officers and non-sworn personnel. This role serves as the department’s primary criminal investigator, responsible for conducting and coordinating investigations, while also supporting administrative and operational functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the department’s primary criminal investigator, responsible for conducting and coordinating investigations, while also supporting administrative and operational functions.
• May perform the duties of subordinates when staffing or activity levels require and may serve in higher-ranking roles on a temporary basis when assigned.
• Develop and manage shift and work schedules.
• Ensure completion of patrol duties, court appearances, and traffic enforcement responsibilities.
• Review and approve police reports and investigative documentation.
• Conduct and coordinate criminal investigations.
• Respond to calls for service and assist with investigations as needed.
• Maintain compliance with department policies, procedures, and legal standards.
• Prepare reports, analyses, and documentation as directed.

Leadership & Administrative Duties

• Conduct performance evaluations and participate in peer review processes.
• Investigate citizen complaints and internal affairs cases.
• Serve on internal review boards.
• Aid in developing departmental goals, policies, and strategies.
• Serve as acting supervisor for higher-ranking positions when assigned.
• Maintain a high standard of ethical conduct.

Community & Interagency Engagement

• Coordinate and manage major city events (e.g., Boom Days, Leadville Race Series, Ski Joring, BBQ events).
• Serve as liaison to boards, committees, and partner agencies.
• Act as media liaison when assigned.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members and partner organizations.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and objective reports.
• Sound judgment and decision-making under stress or crisis conditions.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
• Leadership, accountability, and team-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in hostile or high-pressure situations.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Physical & Job Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (running, climbing, restraining individuals).
• Ability to operate in stressful, dangerous, or unpredictable environments.
• Capability to maintain alertness during long or repetitive shifts.
• Willingness to attend meetings outside normal working hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university AND EITHER:
• Minimum of 5 years as a full-time police officer with the Leadville Police Department OR
• Minimum of 10 years as a full-time police officer with a comparable law enforcement agency.
• Demonstrated knowledge of modern policing principles, practices, and procedures.

Work Environment & Supervision

• Reports to: Police Chief and City Administrator.
• Supervises: Sworn officers and non-sworn personnel.
• Work involves independent judgment within established legal and departmental guidelines.