Police Sergeant

30 A. Supervision of Police Personnel

1. Evaluate ongoing performance of employees.

2. Create written evaluations and set goals for employees on an annual basis.

3. Recommend training for employees.

4. Implement department policy and procedure and train employees on the same.

5. Give guidance to employees on elements of crimes and assist them in making charging decisions.

6. Review and approved completed reports.

7. Be aware of any acts or claims of harassment involving employees and refer to proper management personnel.

8. Identify strengths and weaknesses of police personnel and provide them with coaching/counseling and growth opportunities to help them excel.

9. Lead and direct subordinate employees in proactive community policing strategies.

10. Conduct training and performance improvement programs for subordinates recruits and officers from other departments.

11. Be aware of changing traffic and crime trends and develop long and shortterm programs to deal with such. Direct police and/or security officers in the delivery of these programs.

25 B. Direct Field Supervision and Guidance of Subordinates

1. Coordinate criminal investigations and scene management during investigations.

2. Handle and prepare correspondence operational reports summaries and recommendations.

3. Administer corrective and/or disciplinary action. Serve as intermediary between line personnel and management.

4. Maintain competence in essential police skills such as firearms CPR communications defense and arrest tactics alcohol enforcement emergency vehicle operations crime prevention field training criminal investigations emergency response and use of all police equipment. Provide training and guidance in these skills.

5. Maintain competence in law enforcement and community policing skills.

6. Assist with overseeing the department Police Officer Training Program and make recommendations as to the progress of new officers or the need for further training.

7. Properly perform and supervise others in evidence identification collection preservation and documentation.

8. Supervise the investigation of noncriminal activities (i.e. mental health UWS rules violations suspiciousactivity and missing persons) and take the proper action/make appropriate referrals.

9. Serve as incident commander at critical incidents until relieved by a higher authority.

20 C. Proactive Community Policing Strategies

1. Use problemsolving strategies critical thinking confident decisionmaking skills and the appropriate discretion while engaging with partners to manage human behavior.

2. Analyze data create crime prevention strategies and be accountable for and lead community services. Work with the community to resolve problems.

3. Speak to and engage with the community on such topics as the police department personal security traffic safety drug and alcohol issues sexual violence and other critical law enforcement topics.

4. Conduct checks of University property and report/resolve maintenance and security discrepancies.

5. Develop knowledge of department and community resources to assist in directing public inquires to appropriate available resources.

6. Manage projects aimed at the delivery of police or security services and direct personnel that are involved in those projects.

7. Provide leadership and mentoring for Community Service Officers.

15 D. Law Enforcement Services

1. Enforce State Statute and University Code violations through the apprehension of violators while preserving their constitutional rights dignity and safety. Physically arrest; incarcerate when appropriate; issue citations; and testify in court.

2. Take appropriate enforcement action for violations of motor vehicle traffic laws in conformance with statutes and University policies.

3. Identify persons in need of protective custody and place them in the appropriate facility.

4. Operate computer equipment to conduct inquiries in State and Federal data files.

5. Use MS Word and Excel to prepare complete timely concise accurate and detailed reports and special correspondence related to activities incidents and arrests.

6. Identify and obtain evidence in accordance with the Constitution state law and case law. Protect evidence throughout an investigation. Preserve evidence through photography and other collection and processing techniques. Secure and store evidence according to department procedures.

7. Interview victims witnesses and suspects; obtain written statements from the same. Inform victims of their rights and resources; develop personal contacts in the community to aid in crime prevention and detectionefforts. Assist other agencies with investigations.

8. Conduct legal searches in conformity with the Constitution state law and court guidelines.

9. Conduct onscene and followup investigations related to violations of State law violations of UWS rules accidents and other investigations as assigned. Document investigations using appropriate reports and forms.

10. Assist subordinates with investigations of alleged law violations.

11. Make decisions on whether to incarcerate individuals consistent with rules of law.

12. Perform the job duties of a Police Officer as required.

10 E. Miscellaneous Duties

1. Attend staff meetings.

2. Attend inservice and special training sessions.

3. Conduct onthejob training for new employees when assigned.

4. Maintain liaison with media civic and professional groups and University departments.

5. Identify assist and make recommendations related to grants and other funding sources.

6. Develop evaluate and schedule training for the Community Service Officer Program. Coordinate this training withother department supervisors and police officers.

7. Other duties as assigned.

1. At least three years of fulltime experience in a certified law enforcement capacity.

2. Associates Degree or higher.

3. Certification or eligibility for certification upon hire as a law enforcement officer by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB).

4. Knowledge of Federal State and local laws rules and principles embodied in case law (court decisions and the ability to apply this knowledge with discretion as it pertains to the laws of arrest search and seizure collection and preservation of evidence and use of force).

5. Knowledge of current investigatory techniques legal practices and procedures.

6. Ability to quickly assess situations and rapidly consider various options in choosing a course of action under stressful conditions.

7. Ability to read comprehend and execute complex written material and verbal instructions.

8. Ability to write clearly and concisely proofread and edit.

9. Computer skills to perform data entry and retrieval word processing and other law enforcement functions.

10. Working knowledge of criminal court proceedings court records and administrative court decisions.

11. Knowledge of Fair and Impartial Policing coupled with a demonstrated ability to work closely with underrepresented populations.

1. Bachelors Degree

2. Experience or additional training in a leadership capacity (i.e. law enforcement instructor position Leadership in Police Organizations Field or Police Training Officer etc....

3. Proven record of fostering relationships with community stakeholders other law enforcement agencies and nonprofit organizations.

4. Advanced training in Law Enforcement mental health/developmental disability intervention or other types of CIT (Crisis Intervention Training) other than what is provided in police recruit academy.

5. Knowledge of Clery NIBRS and other State and Federal reporting requirements.

6. Experience working for or closely with a University Police Agency.

7. Knowledge of administrative supervisory and management principles and techniques.

8. Ability to properly evaluate the work performance of subordinates according to departmental performance standards.

9. Ability to develop and implement training programs.

10. Knowledge of progressive corrective discipline measures.

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Cover Letter and DJLE330 (with questions).

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by April 6th 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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