Police Sergeant

Job Title:

Police Sergeant

Location:

Savannah State Recruiting Loc
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job

Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from five colleges:

• Business Administration
• Education
• Engineering and Computing
• Media, Arts, and Communication
• Science and Humanities

The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment.

The Sergeant position is responsible for supervising police and security personnel of the shift. The Police Sergeant directs officers in policing and assists leadership in ensuring a safe campus environment. This position assigns duties to subordinates, directs, monitors, and evaluates the work of shift officers. The Police Sergeant conducts patrols, assists in investigations, and reviews reports.

• Coordinate CLERY Act Compliance
• Review, approve, and correct daily reports
• Disseminate information to officers and staff
• Identify and facilitate training for officers
• Attend meetings and training
• Stay up-to-date with on current training trends and case law
• Conduct quarter master duties and assign equipment and uniforms to all police department personnel
• Act as the evidence custodian ensuring the university police department is in compliance with state law
• Assume duties as acting division supervisor and or operational management in the absence of senior leadership
• Speak at student organizations and orientation workshops
• Assist with criminal investigations and executes search & arrest warrants
• Assist in managing 911 operations and manage communication officers ensuring the university police department is in GCIC compliance
• Oversee university camera system and provide support for judicial and investigative purposes
• Serve as the police department liaison for training and coordinate firearms training and provides legal updates regarding use of force
• Respond to any and all emergency situations
• Perform administrative duties to include but not limited to employee evaluations, disciplinary actions, roll call and monthly reports
• Respond to complaints, provide direction to the officers on scene and evaluate decisions
• Must be available for recall in emergency situations
• Ensure a safe environment for the entire Savannah State community
• Supervise personnel on assigned shift to assure adherence to Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Arrest violators as necessary
• Assign duties to subordinates
• Perform regular inspections including: full vehicle inspections specifically ensuring all equipment is in working order, cleaning, and properly securing all equipment is accounted for and in its proper place
• Communicate information from senior officers
• Respond to calls for assistance from officers
• May be required to perform job related duties other than those specifically delineated in this position

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 5 years of law enforcement experience
• Georgia POST certification or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire
• Excellent customer service skills
• High professional standards
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Valid Driver's license in good standing
• Military experience may be considered in lieu of law enforcement experience

The proposed salary range is $55,000.00 to $62,000.00 annually.

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, Savannah State University policies and procedures and Department policies and procedures
• Knowledge of principles and modern methods of law enforcement administration including organization, fiscal management, budgetary preparation and controls, program planning, implementation, and administration
• Knowledge of principles of employee supervision and personnel management including training, developing, mentoring, and disciplining of personnel
• Knowledge of traffic investigation techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of the University buildings and area
• Knowledge of first-aid and CPR techniques
• Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures
• Skilled in operating police vehicles, firearms, emergency equipment, and other standard and specialized law enforcement equipment
• Skilled in interrogation and interviewing techniques
• Skilled in restraining persons without causing physical harm
• Skilled in using computers for word processing
• Ability to meet current requirements set…