Police Sergeant

Police Sergeant in Hampton, VA 23668 |  page has loaded.

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668

Supervise police officers in performance of regularly assigned patrols and incident investigations. Prepare shift notices and assignments. Conduct pre‑hire evaluations of prospective police candidates. Conduct performance evaluations. Make recommendations in matters concerning employee discipline and retention. Patrol the campus by foot and/or vehicle to prevent crime or disturbances of businesses and persons within the University. Note suspicious persons and unusual conditions and make preliminary investigations.

Examine buildings and check doors and windows for security. Report hazards that endanger public safety such as damaged utility structures, traffic signals, etc. Responsible for law‑enforcement duties for the protection, safety and welfare of students, employees, visitors, and all property within the area under the control and jurisdiction of Hampton University. Exercise independent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, rules and regulations of the Board of Trustees, University rules and regulations and Police Department Policies and Procedures.

• Prepares and conducts patrol shift briefings including inspections of officers’ appearance, equipment and beat assignment.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of subordinates including disciplinary actions, continued training and counseling.
• Performs the full range of Police Officers duties.
• Reviews reports in a timely manner while ensuring accuracy, completeness and grammatical correctness.
• Monitors scheduling to assure efficient and effective use of personnel and budget resources.
• Investigates complaints concerning the conduct or performance of subordinates.
• Assures continuous accurate information flow between the administration and the officers supervised.
• Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment.
• Appears in court and is available to testify in matters in which he/she has knowledge, whether it be crime or civil.
• Assists in the screening and assessing of applicants.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Must be familiar with current Virginia laws, Chief’s Directives and Policies and procedures.
• Must be willing to work any shift based on needs of the department.
• Must be able to provide training and guidance to new recruits, security officers and veteran officers.
• Must maintain a professional and pleasant demeanor as a representative of the University Police.

• Must already be Basic Law Enforcement Certified
  . Knowledge of city ordinances, state and federal laws and intent of Virginia criminal law; adult and juvenile judicial procedures; civil and constitutional laws; principles of supervision and progressive discipline; regulations and policies and procedures; laws of arrest and search and seizure; techniques of interviews and interrogation; crime scene management; oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise the day‑to‑day operations of a patrol section and a crime‑prevention section.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; assign and review work of subordinates; analyze dangerous situations and effectively identify a safe course of action to resolve the conflict.
• Determine appropriate level of response to a given situation; exercise authority in a positive manner while maintaining discipline within the work group.
• Work with the campus community in a courteous, respectful manner; train and evaluate personnel; process disciplinary action; plan and organize work; evaluate, identify and recommend improvements in operations, systems, procedures and policies; meet established time lines; identify problems with subordinates’ work and take corrective action; praise good work by subordinates.
• Must be knowledgeable in the Rules of Evidence and investigative techniques.
• In good physical condition, including vision and hearing; able to use arms and legs fully; capable of using force to gain control and compel compliance with a lawful order.
• Capable of using physical force (first setting, less than deadly…