Police Sergeant - Internal Recruitment

City of Morro Bay•Morro Bay, CA

1d•$120,682 - $154,024•Onsite

About The Position

The ideal Police Sergeant is a well-rounded and seasoned law enforcement professional who possesses excellent communication and supervisory skills. The ideal candidate is known for established interpersonal relationships within their community, administration, and other departments. Their leadership style is characterized by a strong command presence, unyielding integrity, and a passion for subordinate career development and continuous improvement. The individual is known for using good judgment and must be committed to the Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving philosophy. A strong public service work ethic and a record of teamwork are essential. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively respond to problems and complaints from the public and be able to think clearly and act quickly and decisively in emergency situations while remaining calm.

Requirements

Possess an AA Degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution or possess a California P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate.
Three (3) years of full time California law enforcement experience comparable to that of a police officer in the City of Morro Bay.
Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver License.
Must possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record and be insurable to operate City vehicles.
Successful completion of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission’s Supervisory Training course, or completion with 12 months following appointment.
Knowledge of contemporary police science principles, methods, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of practices and principles of community based policing.
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws and ordinances, particularly with reference to arrest, search and seizure, and evidence.
Knowledge of departmental policies.
Knowledge of functions and objectives of Federal, State, and other local law enforcement agencies.
Knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration, budget, accounting, information technology, management, supervision, evaluation and training.
Knowledge of principles and practices of exemplary customer service.
Ability to effectively supervise subordinate staff.
Ability to oversee and evaluate the work of assigned personnel.
Ability to analyze complex police problems.
Ability to take a proactive approach to problem solving.
Ability to properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
Ability to effectively perform the position’s required duties and responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships.
Ability to collaborate with a variety of diverse interest groups in reaching a consensus for the betterment of the community.
Ability to demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Ability to lead accountability processes that measure organizational goals and objectives.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervise, assign, and review the work of sworn and professional staff in all phases of law enforcement to include: patrol; investigations; traffic control; community oriented policing; and crime prevention programs.
Oversee and participate in all work activities.
Coordinate activities with other agencies or departments.
Perform a variety of administrative and technical tasks.
Work shift work as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.