Sergeant

Riverbay Corporation • New York, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly responsible supervisory position requiring managerial, administrative and operational acumen.

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Prior supervisory experience in a police or public safety organization serving a large, diverse, and urban community.
• Prior investigatory experience in a law enforcement agency serving a large, diverse and urban community.
• Must possess effective written/oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime, as well as varied work schedules based on the needs of the department.
• Ability to secure and retain a New York State Police Department issued Firearms Business Carry Permit.
• Must have working knowledge Microsoft Office software and applications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver’s license.
• At least one (1) year experience with exemplary performance in the Department of Public Safety or similar organization
• Must be able to multitask in a fast paced environment and perform multifunctional assignments.
• Drug screening, Medical Review, and Psychological Examination, as permitted by, and consistent with, applicable law.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree or higher, in the field of law enforcement or equivalent experience preferred, but not mandatory
• Advanced Degree, a plus
• Bilingual, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as uniformed, platoon commander and oversee all police operations on a specific platoon, including personnel management of staff
• Plans, directs, and organizes the performance and assignment of officers on assigned tour.
• Conduct in-service training as needed.
• Manage all members to ensure compliance with department policies, rules, and regulations.
• Issue disciplinary action to subordinates, as appropriate.
• Ensure important or actionable information is relayed to the outgoing platoon or appropriate personnel as required.
• Makes recommendations for actions or strategies to address concerns or deficiencies pertaining to operational matters
• Conduct investigations and submit reports as required.
• Make certain all vehicles are inspected for operational efficiency, cleanliness, and serviceability.
• Visit and inspect areas throughout the Co-Op City campus during tour of duty.
• Coordinate and communicate with other agencies as required during routine encounters and emergency incidents including NYPD, NYFD, EMS State Police, etc.
• Address urgent matters in a timely manner.
• Communicates corporate and department policy to staff.
• Respond to all serious incidents and direct resources as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• health insurance
• paid vacation
• paid sick
• holiday pay
• paid orientation and training
• all uniforms & equipment, including radio and firearm are provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED