Police Sergeant

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Position Title:

Police Sergeant Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular Job Profile:

Police Sergeant

Job Duties:

Job Description Police Services at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) is seeking applications for a full-time Police Sergeant – Patrol. The primary responsibility of the Police Sergeant-Patrol is coordination of department operations when on duty and in conjunction with other Department Supervisors. This includes the day to day supervision of the department’s staff. Due to the nature and the size of the department, the Sergeant must frequently perform many of the same duties as the police officers within the department but also be an integral part of all the operations of the department.

During the assigned shift, the Sergeant will be expected to make operational and personnel decisions affecting the safety of the campus student, staff, and general public, and security for the capital assets and buildings of the University. This includes immediate and decisive action during emergencies and command-level decisions until their sworn superiors return to duty. During their tour of duty the Police Sergeant-Patrol will direct patrols and investigative operations of the sworn officers;

provide guidance to the evening dispatch staff; provide administrative support to the parking operation; and perform police and security activities.

Due to the nature of this position and the need for coverage for emergencies, scheduling, etc. the person selected for the position is required to establish (if not already) and maintain residency within one hour’s response time of the UWL Police Headquarters. Response time may be measured by driving during the least congested time period and obeying all traffic regulations. This condition must be met within three (3) months of starting employment.

Exceptions to this condition may only be granted by the Chief of Police.

The successful applicant in Police Services will demonstrate a commitment to multiculturalism, diversity and inclusive excellence and an ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

This is a full-time, annual (12 month) position that includes a State of Wisconsin benefits package.

Employment will require a criminal background check/investigation. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. Employment will also be contingent on a psychological test, physical test and drug screening.

The review of applications starts on August 10 , 2026 . Applications received on or before August 10th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at .Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).Key

Job Responsibilities:

Develops and communicates directives to staff and monitors compliance with rules and regulations

May exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees

Engages in problem solving, threat assessment/mitigation and conflict resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents involving citizens, groups, campus entities, government agencies, businesses, leaders, and others

Provides leadership, mentoring and coaching to unit staff

Schedules logistics and…