Sergeant

About the role

To enforce all local, state and federal laws on Mississippi Valley State University.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of police officer as well as supervise, coordinate and guide police officers and other department employees in their daily activities.
• Supervise police officers in the performance of regularly assigned patrol and incident investigations;
• Prepare shift notices and assignments;
• Conduct pre-hire evaluations of prospective police officer candidates;
• Conduct performance evaluations;
• Make recommendations in matters concerning employee discipline and retention.
• Review police documentation including incident and accident reports and daily logs for accuracy and compliance with criminal, motor vehicle and traffic laws with University regulations.
• Assist shift commanders in establishing procedures;
• Makes recommendations regarding improvements or changes in department operations.
• Carry out accident and crime investigations and prepare detailed reports, including State Motor Vehicle Accident Reports and State Uniform Incident Reports.
• Provide public assistance, including lockout services, escorts, first aid, and vehicle jump-starts.
• Process evidence, prepare court documents, and provide legal testimony.
• Conduct inspections of police personnel and equipment; issues and account for police equipment.
• Represent the department at community and business meetings.
• Serve as Campus Security Authority as outline by Clery Act.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a State of Mississippi Law enforcement certification from a State training academy.
• Must have a valid State of Mississippi drivers license.
• Must not have any domestic violence or felony convictions, or DUI on your record.
• Must have at least 5 years of law enforcement experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.