Police Sergeant

The City of Murphy redefines the local government experience for its employees citizens and businesses; disrupting the perception of what municipal government is. We do this under the banner of being One City One Team of public servants committed to exceptional service delivery by honoring our core values of being C.O.O.L.

• RespeCtful by providing considerate and thoughtful service to a diverse City with the goal of maintaining an inclusive atmosphere that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• ProfessiOnal by being knowledgeable competent and efficient in service to all with the goal of maintaining high standards of behavior and work ethic while elevating each other as a Murphy team in efforts to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• TrustwOrthy by delivering service in an open honest and timely manner with the goal of fostering trust in all our relationships by maintaining integrity and high levels of accountability.
• FriendLy by committing to a harmonious engaging and positive work environment with the goal of providing exceptional service to our internal and external customers.

Are you a COOL individual looking for a COOL place to work This might be the place for you and the COOLest job youve ever had! The City of MurphysPolice Departmentseeks to add a Sergeantto its dynamic team!

Appointed by the Chief of Police and under the direction of the Operations Lieutenant this is a supervisory-ranked police officer position responsible for planning organizing coordinating directing and supervising departmental personnel activities and resources at shift level.

• This position requires rotating shift assignments including day and night shifts.
• This position will rotate between day shift and night shift assignments every six (6) months
• Work schedules may include weekends holidays overtime emergency response and call-back status as necessary to meet Department operational needs.
  

All levels of pay may be offered by the Chief of Police dependent upon relevant experience.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

• Competitive medical dental and vision benefits package
• Retirement program (TMRS) with 2:1 City match
• 3 weeks of Vacation and Sick leave per year (with additional accruals after 5 years of service).
• 14 paid holidays.
• City-paid Life Insurance at 1x your annual salary up to $100K
• City-paid disability insurance
• $7 Longevity pay
• Education Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Childcare assistance
• A positive and collaborative work environment

For application support or to check the status of your application contact Human Resources by e-mailing.

• Patrols specific beat assignment if necessary to promote public safety and enhance the quality of life in that assigned area
• Promotes a positive Department image through community-policing efforts including community meetings problem-solving initiatives and public engagement activities.
• Provides supervision training guidance and direction to assigned personnel.
• Conducts shift briefings and communicates the Department directives policies procedures training information and operational expectations.
• Reviews crime analysis information and trends to develop appropriate enforcement strategies crime prevention efforts and operational responses. Reviews crime trends with assigned shifts regularly.
• Performs inspections of issued and non-issued equipment to ensure proper maintenance and readiness. Ensures officers uniforms equipment and assigned gear are maintained in accordance with Department standards.
• Performs the essential duties and responsibilities of a Police Officer as needed
• Provides coaching mentoring and leadership to assigned personnel to address performance conduct and professional development needs. Reports ongoing performance concerns through the appropriate chain of command.
• Provides effective supervision control and coordination of personnel resources and activities within the assigned shift unit or section.
• Reviews and approves police reports arrest reports citations affidavits and other documentation to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance with Department policies and applicable laws.
• Responds to and supervises critical incidents emergency calls and situations requiring supervisory direction.
• Assigns work activities and assists with staffing decisions and deployment of personnel to meet operational needs.
• Conducts inspections of operational functions to identify opportunities for improvement and recommends solutions.
• Coordinates activities with Department personnel to ensure consistent interpretation and implementation of Administrative Orders City Ordinances policies procedures and applicable laws.
• Conducts performance evaluations and provides feedback training and development opportunities to assigned personnel.
• Reviews officer performance through direct observation report review body-worn camera review and other available performance measures.
• Maintains professional knowledge skills and abilities and completes all required training requirements established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) for maintaining a peace officer license.
• Assists in developing the knowledge skills and abilities of subordinate personnel to enhance performance and career development.
• Researches current law enforcement practices techniques and methods to assist with training development and operational improvement.
• Adheres to personnel safety Department policies procedures and Administrative Orders.

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED);
• Intermediate Peace Officer License issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Seven (7) years experience as a Texas Peace Officer.
• Demonstrated leadership experience such as:
  1. Field Training Officer
  2. Acting Supervisor or Officer in Charge
  3. Specialized Unit Leader
  4. Comparable leadership assignment
• No pending substantial employer disciplinary actions;
• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License - driving record must be in compliance with City policy.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field from an accredited university;
• Advanced Peace Officer or higher License as issued by TCOLE.
• Ten (10) years experience as a Texas Peace Officer.
• Three (3) years experience holding a formal supervisor rank.
• Experience conducting evaluations training coaching and mentoring personnel.
• Demonstrated commitment to leadership development and community policing.

• Required to pass a drug screen and/or pre-employment job performance assessment;
• Required to work flexible hours and accept on-call duty and call out status.
• Must be willing to work assigned patrol schedules including weekends holidays nights and emergency situations.
• Must successfully complete all required background investigations and selection processes.