NSU00240 Police Sergeant - Multi Hire
About The Position
Norfolk State University is hiring Police Sergeants to direct and supervise patrols, inspections, investigations, and law enforcement activities. The role includes managing arrest and evidence materials and related reports, testifying in judicial proceedings, and developing and presenting training and educational programs. The Sergeant ensures compliance with department regulations, reports violations to the Lieutenant, and instructs and trains subordinate officers in their duties, proficiency, discipline, conduct, and appearance. The position also includes preparing schedules, coordinating joint law enforcement efforts and special investigations, reviewing administrative reports, coordinating events and activities, and assisting with budgeting and equipment-purchase requests. Applicants must apply through Workday and submit a letter of interest, résumé, completed application, and contact information for three references. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on finalists. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Requirements
- Ability to use computers and monitor various alarm systems.
- Ability to operate and drive a motor vehicle with a valid operator license.
- Ability to receive and prioritize complaints.
- Keyboarding skills, command presence, and a good command of English.
- Ability to use discretion and sound judgment when handling situations.
- Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
- Ability to work assigned hours or shifts during the day, at night, and on holidays.
- High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of training and education providing the requisite knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.
- Considerable experience using computers and clerical skills.
- Ability to complete and successfully pass the Department of Criminal Justice Basic Law Enforcement Course and In-Service courses.
- Three concurrent years as a sworn law enforcement officer with current law enforcement certification from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Direct and supervise independent patrols, inspections, and investigations.
- Manage the compilation and preservation of arrest and evidence materials and related reports.
- Testify in judicial proceedings.
- Develop, coordinate, and present training and educational programs.
- Plan, organize, and direct law enforcement activities to achieve department goals and objectives.
- Ensure compliance with department regulations, handle infractions, and report violations to the Lieutenant.
- Instruct subordinates in properly discharging their duties, including proficiency, discipline, conduct, and appearance.
- Supervise and train officers to meet department standards, prepare work schedules, and ensure officers follow policies and procedures.
- Supervise, organize, and coordinate joint law enforcement efforts with other departments.
- Coordinate and conduct special investigations.
- Review and complete administrative reports.
- Coordinate events and activities.
- Assist with budgeting, particularly for additional security personnel and requests to purchase equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
