Fort Hays State University - Campus, IL

posted 3 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Campus, IL
Educational Services

About the position

A University Police Sergeant is responsible for supervising the daily operations of University Police Officers and Security Officers. Works under the direction of the University Police Chief and Lieutenant, completing assigned tasks in a timely manner. Schedules staff and makes assignments. Reviews work and evaluates performance, providing feedback, critique, counseling, and discipline, as needed. Must provide adequate training, conduct and oversee all aspects of police work, and analyze and evaluate reports. Performs duties in accordance with department policies as well as local, state, and federal laws. Works with diverse groups of people and makes an effort to involve community members in positive ways that promote the department's goals.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise law enforcement staff, including Police Officers and Security Officers.
  • Ensure staff enforces laws, regulations, and local ordinances consistently.
  • Organize, direct, assign, and review the performance of University Police Officers on patrol shifts.
  • Maintain properly manned shifts in accordance with the approved schedule.
  • Review officer paperwork and compile all required criminal reports for submission to state and federal agencies.
  • Facilitate the training of officers.
  • Communicate with the Lieutenant and Police Chief on a regular basis.
  • Execute and oversee operations for crowd control, surveillance, and security at special events held on campus.
  • Advise staff regarding ongoing investigations and adherence to both investigative and legal requirements.
  • Perform public relations functions; collect and prepare crime information and statistics for public release.
  • Maintain safe care and control of authorized equipment and vehicles.
  • Perform crime prevention analyses; survey buildings and facilities for areas of strength and vulnerability.
  • Maintain data required for the accreditation process.
  • Maintain and update all formal policies and procedures for the Department.
  • Serve as the Department's Local Agency Security Officer.
  • May work special assignments or cover shift duties as an Officer when needed.
  • Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • At least three years of law enforcement experience.
  • Relevant college coursework, preferred.
  • Must obtain certification by the Kansas Law Commission on Peace Officer's Standards and Training.
  • Must maintain all other required certifications, including firearms, first aid, and CPR.
  • Valid driver's license, required.

Benefits

  • No Rotating Shifts
  • Kansas Police and Fire Retirement Plan
  • Uniforms and Equipment is Provided
  • Benefits package with Health, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Accrues 6.77 hours vacation and 3.7 hours sick leave per pay period
  • Earn up to 272 hours of paid leave per year (176 vacation, 96 sick leave)
  • State paid holidays including New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas
  • Tuition Assistance - day one eligibility for the employee, their spouse and dependents
  • Employees are eligible for up to 6 credit hours per semester.
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