Police Sergeant - Criminal Investigations

Town of Leesburg•65 Plaza Street Leesburg, VA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This is responsible supervisory investigative law enforcement work within the Criminal Investigations Section (CIS) for the Leesburg Police Department. The CIS Sergeant supervises Detectives engaged in the prevention, detection, investigation, and prosecution of felony and serious misdemeanor offenses. Duties include supervising investigative operations, managing assigned cases, training personnel, reviewing investigative work product, directing field operations, and serving as the on-scene commander for major incidents. Work requires seasoned judgment in both routine and emergency situations and involves an element of personal danger. The Sergeant works with considerable independence under the general supervision of the Criminal Investigations Section Lieutenant. While the selected candidate is expected to supervise the Criminal Investigations Section’s detectives, applicants are advised that the Chief of Police may reassign this position to other lateral Sergeant roles within the department as operational needs dictate. For a more detailed job description, please visit the Town's Job Descriptions page. Selected candidates will join a Virginia accredited law enforcement agency in an innovative municipality. Leesburg, hometown of the 21st century, is located 35 miles west of the nation's capital and enjoys vibrant and authentic community with a population of more than 50,000 residents. The Town strongly encourages innovation, promotes career development, and offers excellent benefits to employees, including membership to the Town's full-service recreation center, retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System and Nationwide, affordable health insurance, and numerous other fringe benefits.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 10 years of experience as a law enforcement officer and currently certified or have the ability to become recertified in the Commonwealth of Virginia; or equivalent combination of accepted education, training and experience.
At least five (5) years of investigative experience, or a combination of investigative and supervisory experience totaling five (5) years.
Demonstrated ability to conduct complex criminal investigations, manage caseloads, prepare comprehensive reports, and collaborate with prosecutors and partner agencies.
Possession of a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Must be able to provide testimony under oath in a court of law.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, criminology, police science, business administration, public administration, or related field.
Prior supervisory experience in a law enforcement setting.
Experience supervising investigative personnel, major case investigations, task force operations, or specialized investigative units.
Advanced investigative training and experience in complex or multi-jurisdictional investigations.
Proven leadership, mentoring, and team-development skills.
Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Supervises Detectives engaged in the prevention, detection, investigation, and prosecution of felony and serious misdemeanor offenses.
Supervises investigative operations.
Manages assigned cases.
Trains personnel.
Reviews investigative work product.
Directs field operations.
Serves as the on-scene commander for major incidents.