SERGEANT – INTERNAL ONLY POSTING

City of Jackson•Jackson, MI

3d•$90,410 - $99,812•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a police commander to direct and be responsible for the work of patrol officers, detectives and civilian employees; to make assignments and supervise the manner in which assignments are completed; to evaluate the performance of subordinates; to train and direct subordinates; to provide explanations of departmental orders and policies to subordinates; to discipline subordinates on a limited basis; to serve as the “first line supervisor”; to participate in field activities when necessary; and to perform other tasks as required. Additionally, this position requires self-initiative and the ability to problem solve. The person in this position must accept responsibility to support, promote and comply with the organization’s mission, vision and values. This position also requires thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances, and department policies/procedures; the ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the department and community; resourcefulness; good judgement; self-control; and courteousness. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, talk and hear, fire various firearms, and drive a car. While performing the duties of this job the employee will occasionally be required to run, jump, climb, lift, push, pull, and physically detain/control people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, close vision, including small print, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee usually works outdoors in a variety of weather conditions throughout the City but is occasionally required to be indoors. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate, but sometimes loud.

Requirements

Certified by Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards.
Four (4) years of continuous service in the Jackson Police Department, immediately preceding the examination and holding the rank of Patrol Officer or Detective.

Responsibilities

Direct and be responsible for the work of patrol officers, detectives and civilian employees
Make assignments and supervise the manner in which assignments are completed
Evaluate the performance of subordinates
Train and direct subordinates
Provide explanations of departmental orders and policies to subordinates
Discipline subordinates on a limited basis
Serve as the “first line supervisor”
Participate in field activities when necessary
Perform other tasks as required