"Sergeant"

Job Details

Posting Details

Working Title
Sergeant

Position Number
50002A

Department
POLICE

Location
Norfolk, VA

Type of Position
Classified

Type of Job
Full Time

EEO Category
D Protective Service Workers

Job Description

Provides for security for faculty, staff, students, patients, visitors, and property by patrolling assigned areas, maintaining visitor control and investigating irregularities; provides information and assistance to the public; Trains new Campus Police/Public Safety staff as assigned. In the absence of the Lieutenant (shift supervisor), provides leadership for the assigned staff. Supervise and assist subordinate officers/investigators in the performance of their duties. Provide critical first line supervisory presence for a shift of uniformed patrol officers ensuring jurisdictional patrol to prevent, detect and investigate criminal acts, or shifts of detectives providing critical investigative services including case management.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Advanced knowledge of and skill in modern police practices and methods.
Ability to learn state statutes, motor vehicle statutes, city ordinances and ODU regulations.
Ability to obtain police officer certification as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services within one year of hire.
Must possess the demonstrated ability to enforce the law equally amongst all persons.
Must have excellent leadership qualities, and ability to manage program components as well as supervise subordinates.
Must possess ability to train subordinates, organize assets, and possess superior communication skills, especially writing skills.
Ability to evaluate subordinate work products and take corrective action where necessary.
Ability to plan, organize and direct law enforcement operations.
Ability to pass an extensive background investigation.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with public, partners, customers, and co-workers; while working cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals.
Ability to manage time and resources to ensure assignments are completed accurately and deadlines are met. Meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
Ability to adapt to changing work environments, work priorities, and organizational needs. Takes independent action to address and resolve problems.
Ability to expresses ideas effectively and demonstrate sound judgment with regard to decision-making.
Ability to deal with others in a direct honest manner and comply with all EVMS policies, procedures, and relevant government regulations.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and statistical analysis.
Ability to work various shifts, 24/7 365, when required with appropriate notice. Work after scheduled hours may be required to meet the demands of the position during peak times.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Must have a valid driver’s license and insurable record. Virginia DCJS LEO certification required. Must pass criminal background check for VCIN / NCIC certification

Education or training

High School Diploma or GED . Must successfully complete a specified law enforcement training school within one year of hire and become certified by the VA Department of Criminal Justice Services, if not already police officer certified, which includes the passing of an extensive background investigation, physical ability test and psychological testing.
Must complete, or have completed, a first-line supervisory training course within the first year of employment.

Level and type of experience

Considerable experience as a general authority law enforcement officer. Experience as a law enforcement supervisor, specifically with a university police department of similar size and complexity

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Certified as a law enforcement officer in State of Virginia. CPR and First Aid certification.
Completion of a first-line supervisory law enforcement course.
DCJS General Instructor Certification. CPR, First Aid, VCIN / NCIC certifications.

Conditions of Employment

University Police Department employees are considered essential personnel for emergency conditions/inclement weather and expected to report to duty during these conditions.

Must successfully complete a specified law enforcement training school within one year of hire and become certified by the VA Department of Criminal Justice Services, if not already police officer certified, which includes the passing of an extensive background investigation, physical ability test and psychological testing. Must have CPR and First Aid certification. Must complete, or have completed, a first-line supervisory training course within the first year of employment. Subject to random drug testing.

Must work a rotating shift schedule which includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Some overtime required.

This position is designated as sensitive. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary is commensurate with education and experience and begins at $ - 60,000

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number
S02796

Job Open To
State Employees Only

Open Date
10/28/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary
N/A

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.