School Police Sergeant

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start date

open date 10/19/2026

closing date

under direction, supervises school police officers in law enforcement activities and patrols school properties to prevent and control crimes against washoe county school district property, students, and personnel. Under direction, may supervise other non- sworn and/or personnel under the direction and control of washoe county school district police department.

this list of essential duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

• coordinates law enforcement activities and supervise assigned school police officers.
• coordinates non-law enforcement activities and supervises assigned non-sworn personnel.
• provides input into the evaluation of assigned staff.
• works in conjunction with the police department and the office of labor relations administrators on the initial phase of progressive discipline of school police officers and/or non-sworn positions.
• responsible for ensuring each member under his/her supervision is professionally trained.
• inspects subordinates for personal appearance, maintenance of equipment, driving habits, and general order compliance.
• recommend changes in procedures and practices to improve operations.
• testifies in court, as required.
• performs, participates in, and coordinates internal investigations.
• conducts briefings and makes assignments.
• supervises the investigation of such incidents as burglary, theft, arson, malicious mischief, vandalism, assault, and disturbances to determine action to be taken.
• interrogates, apprehends, cites, executes warrants and arrests, transports, books, and advises suspects of their constitutional rights.
• inspect schools and other district properties to maintain security.
• writes reports such as arrest, burglary, vandalism, theft, private property, and accident reports, and issues appropriate citations.
• reviews and approves the reports of subordinates for accuracy and clarity and provides substantive recommendations.
• impounds and secures evidence for legal proceedings.
• responds to alarm calls and fire alarm calls to determine cause and takes appropriate action including notifications to the school district office of communications personnel.
• coordinates with the school district emergency management staff on active incidents and training.
• takes an active role in establishing the incident command system during active incidents.
• call emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• conforms to safety standards, as prescribed.
• performs other tasks related to the position, as assigned.

education/experience: any combination of education/experience that could provide the required knowledge in qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and skills would be:

education: high school diploma, or equivalent.

and

experience: five (5) years of sworn law enforcement experience at a level equivalent to the district's school police officer position; and

and

must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year of appointment, an intermediate nevada p.o.s.t. Certificate.

licenses/certificates:

• a valid driver's license that allows the applicant/employee to legally operate a motor vehicle in nevada. Driver's license and safe driving record must be maintained for the assignment.
• a current certificate in cpr and first aid.
• copy of current driving history (dated within six (6) months from the date printed) issued by department of motor vehicles (dmv).
• valid nevada peace officers certification. Certification must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.
• valid nevada basic category i post certification must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.
• valid intermediate nevada post certification. Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of appointment and/or maintained for the duration of the assignment.

• high school transcript or other equivalent, (i.e., ged, foreign equivalency, etc.).
• copy of a valid driver's license that allows the applicant/employee to legally operate a motor vehicle in nevada.
• copy of current driving history (dated within six (6) months from the date printed) issued by the dmv.
• valid nevada basic category i post certification and valid intermediate nevada post certification or obtained within one (1) year of appointment.
• specifically documented evidence of training and experience to satisfy qualifications.