Institutional Police Sergeant

Position Description

Under direction of the Chief of Police or designee, supervises and is responsible for the work of subordinate law enforcement officers, security officers, and other civilian staff. Assists in the overall administration of an institution security program, and performs related duties as required. Requires responsibility for: explaining and enforcing city and State laws and ordinances and coordination, explaining and interpreting institution security measures, rules, regulations, policies and procedures;

making regular contacts with subordinate officers, other institution personnel, the San Francisco Police Department and others to obtain or furnish information concerning security regulations and violations thereof; preparing or supervising the preparation of daily and special reports of security activities. Oversees and/or assists with several key programs and initiatives, including the management of the parking enforcement program, CLERY reporting requirements, and the department’s Training Program in compliance with POST.

Manages the in‑house training program and chairs hiring committees for all police department positions. Responsibilities extend to active participation in Shared Governance committees and assists with planning and scheduling police staffing for athletic and special events. Assists with payroll management and provides critical safety training, such as building evacuation team training and active shooter response training for employees and students.

Additionally, attends POST approved training sessions, conducts shift briefings, and manages supply orders. Monitors contracts and payments for alarm systems, as well as the monitoring and upkeep of surveillance cameras. Role also includes community outreach, representing the department at law enforcement events and trainings, and participates in District emergency preparedness training efforts.

In accordance with District policy, the San Francisco Community College District Police Department is a sworn unarmed department. Employees are required to sign a memorandum acknowledging their understanding of the District’s policy in this regard.

Supervision Exercised:
Incumbents in this classification supervise subordinate sworn and non‑sworn staff.