Sergeant Odessa

Texas Tech University•Odessa, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible supervisory and patrol work involving the security of University property or may be assigned specifically to detective investigative work. Usual duties involve the active supervision of the police personnel assigned to the Sergeant on a rotating shift. When specially assigned, a detective in this classification performs follow up investigations of crimes, presents crime prevention educational programs, and maintains contacts with other law enforcement, campus and community entities. Supervises varied security personnel. Manage police administration, patrol, or investigations and related law enforcement activities. Coordinates and supervises special activities or events on campus requiring additional support from division or contract with outside law enforcement agencies. Completes special projects by representing the department on committees and in meetings, coordinating activities with departments, staff and the public. Provides staff assistance to assigned Police Lieutenant; prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary; prepares a variety of reports and makes presentations. Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases. Reviews a variety of police related reports prepared by subordinate officers or others. Assumes the duties of a Lieutenant in the Lieutenant's absence when directed. Receive and record complaints and commendations about departmental personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Fifteen (15) semester college hours from an accredited college or university.
Three (3) years experience as a Texas Tech Police Officer OR Five (5) years experience as a commissioned Police Officer.
Must meet commissioning standards for Texas Peace Officers as mandated by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.

Responsibilities

Active supervision of police personnel assigned to the Sergeant on a rotating shift.
Perform follow-up investigations of crimes.
Present crime prevention educational programs.
Maintain contacts with other law enforcement, campus, and community entities.
Supervise varied security personnel.
Manage police administration, patrol, or investigations and related law enforcement activities.
Coordinate and supervise special activities or events on campus requiring additional support.
Represent the department on committees and in meetings.
Coordinate activities with departments, staff, and the public.
Provide staff assistance to the assigned Police Lieutenant.
Prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence.
Prepare a variety of reports and make presentations.
Testify in court to present evidence or act as a witness in traffic and criminal cases.
Review a variety of police-related reports prepared by subordinate officers or others.
Assume the duties of a Lieutenant in the Lieutenant's absence when directed.
Receive and record complaints and commendations about departmental personnel.