Sergeant (Police Officer III)

Job Summary:

Under the direction of a Lieutenant the Police Sergeant plans directs supervises assigns reviews and participates in the work of law enforcement staff involved in traffic and field patrol investigations crime prevention community relations and related services and activities; oversees and participates in all work activities; assumes responsibility for assigned special programs projects or department-wide functions or activities; coordinates activities with other agencies; and performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan prioritize assign supervise and review the work of sworn law enforcement staff involved in traffic and field patrol investigations crime prevention community relations and related services and activities; supervise non-sworn unarmed security officers.

• Serve as a first-level supervisor for an assigned shift; prepare and administer briefings; supervise and direct sworn and non-sworn staff and activities on assigned shifts; conduct personnel equipment and inspections. Sets an example in dignity courtesy discretion initiative industry diligence truthfulness courage attention to duty attention to detail and the observance of proper discipline. Coaches and mentors subordinates.

• Prepare process and maintain various written reports and records of assigned activities including daily activity reports.

• Review incident reports required forms summons records and related documents prepared by subordinates to ensure accuracy and timely completion; correct or instruct officers to make corrections.

• Coordinate functions of the unit with other law enforcement agencies.

• Conduct a continuing review of assigned activities to identify problems and develop recommendations for improving services.

• Recommend and assist in implementing goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing effective law enforcement services; andimplement approved policies and procedures.

• Interpret convey and ensure implementation of agency policies procedures and methods; ensure that personnel have clear guidelines of authority and responsibility.

• Train and evaluate assigned personnel; assist with training and orientation of new employees; provide training guidance and counseling to assigned personnel; complete employee performance evaluations and reviews as required; promote career development of subordinates; evaluates training needs and recommends training for subordinates; coordinates training needs with field training officers; instructs officers on technical tactical and professional skills; attends continuous training to develop skills and abilities.

• Respond to major crimes accident scenes and emergencies; assume initial command; establish field command posts and implement the Incident Command System; may act as incident commander until a higher-ranking person assumes command.

• Assume responsibility for assigned collateral functions including Field Training Officers Bicycle Unit training programs and related assignments.

• Provide administrative support to management staff; conduct various organizational studies investigations and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs policies and procedures as appropriate; prepare departmental policies and procedures; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

• Participate in budget development and administration; prepare and plan budget requests for assigned operations and special details; conduct internal affairs investigations and investigate citizen complaints as necessary.

• Participate in shift activities as necessary including enforcing local and state laws issuing citations and making arrests.

• Speak before groups and represent the department and the university campus in meetings and conferences.

• Supervise and participate in preparing reports for various cases including cases going to trial; prepare supplemental reports as required; appear in court to present evidence and testimony as required.

• When assigned to investigations supervise and personally conduct complete and detailed investigations of a general and specialized nature; review all patrol-generated reports and evaluate prioritize and assign them to detectives for follow-up investigations; manage day-to-day activities and coordinate investigations; review all investigation reports and make recommendations and suggestions to officers; supervise and assist officers in follow-up investigations including the gathering of evidence questioning of witnesses and apprehension of suspects.

• Oversee and supervise various programs and/or projects and units. Oversee background investigations for new hires coordinate special events and handle miscellaneous complaints and projects for the Chiefs office.

• Perform related duties as required.

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and in Aurora Colorado.

Why Join Us:

If you like community policing building relationships with those you serve and having a healthy work-life balance then we have just the job for you. Come join us as a police sergeant at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus (.)the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region. Youll have an important job protecting those who protect others through ground-breaking life-saving research thats at the forefront of transformative education science medicine and healthcare.

As a campus police sergeant youll receive the same state-mandated training as any other law enforcement officer and be prepared for any situation. But heres what sets us apart: were not running from call to call all shift long. Instead youll have the time and opportunity to walk the campus connect with students faculty staff and visitors and make a real impact on the community you serve. That personal connection is why a recent survey shows strong support for our Police Department with nearly three-quarters of campus members feel safe or very safe here. If youre looking for a role where your skills matter and your presence makes a difference this is it.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Tuition Benefit: Employees and their immediate family have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a current valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certification in good standing.

• Three (3) years sworn law enforcement patrol experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a Police Officer II (Corporal) for a higher education or health care facility

• Experience using Versaterm/Versadex or similar computerized law enforcement records management system

• Experience using the Police Officer Scheduling System (POSS)

• Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word and Outlook)

• Bilingual or multilingual

• Possession of an associates degree or higher

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Highly developed analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to make analytical judgments where no firm guidelines exist.

• Ability to quickly make decisions and accept responsibility under pressure and stress

• Ability to demonstrate professionalism leadership skills and organizational integrity

• Environmental awareness

• Good physical strength and agility

• Advanced technical and professional police knowledge including knowledge of federal state local and University laws rules regulations procedures and processes; law enforcement information systems; incident management systems; investigative principles and procedures; interview and interrogation procedures; court decisions that relate to policing; criminal laws and procedures; rules of evidence; court procedures (e.g. case development presentation and testifying); and search and seizure laws.

• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally; Knowledge of English grammar composition usage and punctuation.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. Knowledge of how to supervise sworn/non-sworn personnel. Knowledge of EEOC guidelines

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Experience using Microsoft Word Outlook Excel RMS (Records Management System)/Versadex Versaterm CCIC/NCIC and POSS.

• Knowledge of departmental vision mission goals and objectives and values departmental policies procedures rules and regulations including the use of force policy he pursuit policy and how to effectively manage or cancel a pursuit.

• Knowledge of custody and security of arrestees.

• Knowledge of critical incident management protocols.

• Knowledge of modern police methods and procedures including the department accepted method of problem solving.

• Ability to promote and maintain effective public and community relations and create partnerships for problem solving and prevention work.

• Ability to organize and prioritize programs reports and to plan programs deployment etc. and utilize flexible deployment.

• Ability to conduct disciplinary investigations discipline subordinates effectively counsel coach and mentor subordinates and supervise/guide individuals or a group of individuals.

• Ability to work effectively with others.

• Ability to appropriately address conflicts among subordinates.

• Ability to safely handle a variety of weapons.

• Ability to operate a departmental vehicle under emergency and nonemergency conditions.

• Ability to recognize individual needs and differences.

• Ability to withstand criticism.

• Ability to display initiative

• The ability to demonstrate resilience and have a high emotional IQ.

Conditions of Employment / Necessary and Special Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must have no felony convictions or domestic violence history.

• Must currently possess a valid Colorado drivers license OR be able to obtain one within 6 months of hire. Must have acquired no more than seven points in the last year and/or no more than 12 points within the last two years; no alcohol-related traffic offenses in the last three years; and no repeat alcohol offenses.

• Must be able to speak and comprehend English fluently.

• Must be willing and able to work rotating and/or straight shifts weekends and holidays; stay over late or come in early to cover shifts; and provide off-hour contact information to be accessible during non-work hours in case of emergencies or to cover unscheduled staffing shortages.

• Persons in this position must remain in such physical condition that they can successfully complete required job performance testing.

Candidates will be required to pass a Police Department Background Check which may include one or all of the following: Personnel History Questionnaire Integrity Interview Polygraph Examination Fingerprint Check Drug Screen Credit/Civil Check Criminal History and Driving Infractions Check Reference Checks and Post-Conditional Offer Pre-Placement Physical and Psychological Examination.

Note: Physical and psychological evaluations are in accordance with section 16-2.5-102 C.R.S

Prospects are encouraged to review the departments Employment Disqualifiers.

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Incomplete Applications May Not Be Considered.

Questions should be directed to: Kenyari Jones;

Screening of Applications Begins:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 16^th 2026

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting annual salary range for this position has been established as:

$112200 $125855.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.