Sergeant

Jackson State University • Jackson, MS

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About The Position

The Department of Public Safety at Jackson State University is accepting applications for its Sergeant position.

Requirements

• Applicant must have High School Diploma and at least 60 hours of college.
• Applicant must have current police certification from the State of Mississippi Board on Law Enforcement Office Standards and Training (BLEOST).
• Applicant must have at least three years of law enforcement experience.
• Applicant must display the ability to work with all officers and the ability to deal objectively with supervisors and subordinate personnel.
• Applicant must not have any serious disciplinary actions on file.
• In lieu of supervisory experience, a college degree from an accredited college or university is accepted.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership for subordinate personnel on the shift.
• Ensuring the compliance of policies and procedures by designated personnel
• Assist in directing and evaluating job performance of subordinate personnel and maintaining documentation of performance appraisals
• Reviewing and approving incident reports of subordinate personnel
• Protection of life and property through enforcement of state laws and University policies and procedures
• The assignment inspection and proper care of all equipment assigned to subordinate personnel.
• Responsible for all ditties assigned by the Lieutenant, Captain and above.
• Responsible for the shift in the absence of the Lieutenant.
• May be required to work outside of their regular shift assignments when needed and perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
• Other duties assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees