Sergeant, Department of Public Safety

Lexington, KY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Transylvania University invites applications for the full-time position of Sergeant Department of Public Safety. Transylvania founded in 1780 is the nations 16th oldest institution of higher learning and is consistently ranked in national publications as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. Transylvania is located blocks from downtown Lexington KY in central Kentucky.

The Sergeant is the second in command on their shift. The Sergeant is acting duty commander when the shift Lieutenant is unavailable or not on duty. The sergeant reports directly to the Lieutenant or Captain when acting as shift commander.

The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Commission as a Special Local Peace Officer with the KentuckyJustice and Pubic Safety Cabinet. A valid drivers license is also required.

Please apply by January 11 2026; however we will continue to accept resumes until the position is filled.

Qualified candidates may submit their cover letter and resume by following the staff job openings link at Please write your cover letter to the attention Chief Steve Herold.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the university support of this goal we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds perspectives and experiences. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.

Essential Functions

Ensure that department policies and procedures are adhered to by the patrol units on shift.
Ensure that all paperwork is correct and turned in before the end of shift.
Be present during all major incidents occurring on shift.
Be knowledgeable of KRS and Transylvania University policies as they relate to the Department of Public Safety.
Know all duties of an SLPO as defined in subject Peace Officer Department of Public Safety and perform these tasks as needed.
Have an understanding of the Patrol Lieutenants role and responsibilities so that they may assist the Patrol Lieutenant as needed.

The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Commission as a Special Local Peace Officer with the KentuckyJustice and Pubic Safety Cabinet. A valid drivers license is also required.

Please apply by January 11 2026; however we will continue to accept resumes until the position is filled.

Qualified candidates may submit their cover letter and resume by following the staff job openings link at Please write your cover letter to the attention Chief Steve Herold.

Essential Functions

Ensure that department policies and procedures are adhered to by the patrol units on shift.
Ensure that all paperwork is correct and turned in before the end of shift.
Be present during all major incidents occurring on shift.
Be knowledgeable of KRS and Transylvania University policies as they relate to the Department of Public Safety.
Know all duties of an SLPO as defined in subject Peace Officer Department of Public Safety and perform these tasks as needed.
Have an understanding of the Patrol Lieutenants role and responsibilities so that they may assist the Patrol Lieutenant as needed.