Police Sergeant

Summary

Job Title

Supervisory Police Officer

Job Description

This is a supervisory and participatory commissioned position providing general law enforcement and service related duties for a Board of Regents Institution. Work involves supervision of police officers, dispatchers,and campus safety officers. This includes assigning tasks, analyzing and evaluating officer's reports, and participating in officer training programs. Requires thorough knowledge of federal, state, university and departmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Must demonstrate theability to exercise independent judgment and decision making within limits prescribed by laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Significant duties and responsibilities include: Provide leadership to further organizational goals and objectives; Provide general law enforcement duties in the protection, safety, and welfare of persons and property under the jurisdiction of the Board of Regents; Plans and directs work assignments of officers on shift; Writes reports, analyzes workloads and plans work schedules; Patrols assigned area or event while observing and instructing officers; Responds to major calls or emergencies to direct or assist officers as needed; Provides for the primary leadership of the assigned patrol shift; Performs routine administrative duties such as performance evaluations, time sheets, and inspections; Enforces departmental policies and procedures as a supervisor of the other officers; Assists in the training and evaluation of new officers in the Field Training Program; Reviews and coordinates information from officers and communicates with superior officers as needed; Inspects the equipment and appearance of subordinate officers; Relays and explains special orders and information; Checks police officers' performance in the field; Reviews and assigns investigation cases and reports; Confers with officers regarding case problems; Assists in the performance of more difficult investigative work; Prepares and coordinates public relations programs.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications include: High School diploma or Georgia State accredited GED certificate required, Associates Degree or higher preferred; Must have a valid driver's license; Must be a Georgia POST certified peace officer as Defined by O.C.G.A. 35-8-8; Must be able to successfully complete a Georgia POST certified or recognized supervision training course or a recognized Georgia POST Field Training Officer course; Must have five years' experience as a sworn peace officer in which the authority to enforce the criminal and traffic laws was vested through the power of arrest; No felony convictions or crimes of moral turpitude; May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without help; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 or 20/20 corrected; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with hearing disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary for this position is $62,379 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, skills, & abilities include: Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations of federal and state government; Knowledge of applicable institutional and departmental policies and procedures; Knowledge of general law enforcement procedures; Knowledge of campus property and facilities locations; Knowledge of jurisdictional boundaries; Skill in interpersonal communication, both written and oral to effectively interact with the public on all levels pertaining to university police service; Skill in counseling, leadership, time management, and priority setting calls for service; Skill in handling difficult persons or situations under stressful situations; Ability to make effective decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations; Ability to observe situations objectively and analytically; Must have current valid driver's license; Must be able to directly supervise the work of subordinates; Ability to meet specific physical requirements that may be established by competent authority; Skill in the use and care of firearms; Skill in first aid training. Physical demands must be able to push disabled motor vehicles out of roadways. May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without help. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Visual acuity to perceive reactions to officer's actions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environment morning and evening hours required. Exposure to infection and/or contagious disease when working with the public is possible. May be required to maintain traffic control points for extended periods of time in all types of weather. Shall be physically capable of qualifying with assigned weapon(s), in both day and night, in all types of weather. Shall be emotionally and physically capable of controlling crowds during confrontations, without being overcome by stress. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Joshua Smith, Hiring Manager, via email at smith_joshua9@columbusstate.edu

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community. Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions. Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience. Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship. Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices. Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage; Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter. *Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. * For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel

Background Check

Position of Trust

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

Job Description

Job Title

Supervisory Police Officer

Job Description

This is a supervisory and participatory commissioned position providing general law enforcement and service related duties for a Board of Regents Institution. Work involves supervision of police officers, dispatchers,and campus safety officers. This includes assigning tasks, analyzing and evaluating officer's reports, and participating in officer training programs. Requires thorough knowledge of federal, state, university and departmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Must demonstrate theability to exercise independent judgment and decision making within limits prescribed by laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Significant duties and responsibilities include: Provide leadership to further organizational goals and objectives; Provide general law enforcement duties in the protection, safety, and welfare of persons and property under the jurisdiction of the Board of Regents; Plans and directs work assignments of officers on shift; Writes reports, analyzes workloads and plans work schedules; Patrols assigned area or event while observing and instructing officers; Responds to major calls or emergencies to direct or assist officers as needed; Provides for the primary leadership of the assigned patrol shift; Performs routine administrative duties such as performance evaluations, time sheets, and inspections; Enforces departmental policies and procedures as a supervisor of the other officers; Assists in the training and evaluation of new officers in the Field Training Program; Reviews and coordinates information from officers and communicates with superior officers as needed; Inspects the equipment and appearance of subordinate officers; Relays and explains special orders and information; Checks police officers' performance in the field; Reviews and assigns investigation cases and reports; Confers with officers regarding case problems; Assists in the performance of more difficult investigative work; Prepares and coordinates public relations programs.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications include: High School diploma or Georgia State accredited GED certificate required, Associates Degree or higher preferred; Must have a valid driver's license; Must be a Georgia POST certified peace officer as Defined by O.C.G.A. 35-8-8; Must be able to successfully complete a Georgia POST certified or recognized supervision training course or a recognized Georgia POST Field Training Officer course; Must have five years' experience as a sworn peace officer in which the authority to enforce the criminal and traffic laws was vested through the power of arrest; No felony convictions or crimes of moral turpitude; May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without help; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 or 20/20 corrected; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with hearing disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary for this position is $62,379 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, skills, & abilities include: Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations of federal and state government; Knowledge of applicable institutional and departmental policies and procedures; Knowledge of general law enforcement procedures; Knowledge of campus property and facilities locations; Knowledge of jurisdictional boundaries; Skill in interpersonal communication, both written and oral to effectively interact with the public on all levels pertaining to university police service; Skill in counseling, leadership, time management, and priority setting calls for service; Skill in handling difficult persons or situations under stressful situations; Ability to make effective decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations; Ability to observe situations objectively and analytically; Must have current valid driver's license; Must be able to directly supervise the work of subordinates; Ability to meet specific physical requirements that may be established by competent authority; Skill in the use and care of firearms; Skill in first aid training. Physical demands must be able to push disabled motor vehicles out of roadways. May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without help. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Visual acuity to perceive reactions to officer's actions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environment morning and evening hours required. Exposure to infection and/or contagious disease when working with the public is possible. May be required to maintain traffic control points for extended periods of time in all types of weather. Shall be physically capable of qualifying with assigned weapon(s), in both day and night, in all types of weather. Shall be emotionally and physically capable of controlling crowds during confrontations, without being overcome by stress. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Joshua Smith, Hiring Manager, via email at smith_joshua9@columbusstate.edu

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community. Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions. Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience. Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship. Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices. Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage; Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter. *Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. * For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel

Background Check

Position of Trust

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.