Job SummaryReporting to the Assistant Police Chief, the Police Sergeant is responsible for performing police patrols, investigations, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activities.
Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Performance Requirements*
- Trains officers on the policies and procedures specific to a department or campus; assists officers in selecting and requesting training courses
- Works on assigned, rotating shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigations, rendering first aid, and arrests persons involved in crimes or misconduct; carries out duties in conformance with Federal, State, and local laws or ordinances, and College District policies and procedures
- Investigates criminal law violations occurring within the College limits, obtaining evidence, compiling information regarding these crimes, preparing cases for filing of charges, testifying in court, and related activities
- Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation on major emergencies or precedent; responds to emergency radio calls and requests ambulances and other law enforcement or emergency agencies when necessary
- Prepares a variety of reports and records including those related to daily logs, investigations, field procedures, evidence, and traffic incidents
- Contacts municipal law enforcement agencies who have concurrent jurisdiction to exchange information, file charges, and transfer custody of suspects when necessary
- Undertakes community-oriented police work, maintaining contact with the general public, court officials, and other College officials
- Maintains contact with supervisory personnel to coordinate investigation activities, provide mutual assistance during emergency situations and provides general information about department activities; Coordinates activities with supervisors or other departments as needed and obtains guidance from College administration regarding cases, policies, and procedures
- Maintains departmental equipment, supplies, facilities, firearms, and vehicles
General Supervision and Management Responsible for assisting with recruitment, evaluation, management, professional development of assigned direct reports; provides leadership to indirectly reporting roles within the departmentService Excellence
- Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
- Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
- Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College ( TCC )
- Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision Works under the general supervision of the Assistant Police Chief*Performs Other Related Tasks as RequiredThe duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications - At least 21 years old
- United States citizen or per 88th leg., R.S., Ch. 1049 (S.B. 252) Sec. 3, a Legal Permanent Resident of the United States who:
- Is an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least 2 two years of service before before discharge; and
- Presents evidence satisfactory to the commission ( TCOLE ) that the person has applied for United States citizenship
- High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements
- Intermediate Peace Officer Proficiency Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement ( TCOLE )
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- Employment is contingent upon a candidate's successful criminal background investigation results that provide no evidence of
- Felony convictions
- Class B misdemeanor convictions or court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offences above the grade of class B within the last ten (10) years
- Convictions, probations, or deferred dispositions for family violence
- DWI / DUI convictions within the last ten (10) years
Preferred Qualifications - Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Business Management, or related field
- Experience working in a campus police department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, equipment, applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations
- Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication
- Skilled in the operation of all equipment utilized by the Police Department and necessary to perform assigned tasks
- Skilled in using computer applications and enterprise systems, including the Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment either individually or as part of a team
- Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied and unpredictable in scope and volume
- Ability to assess situations and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations while exhibiting a strong attention to detail and organization
- Ability to maintain a high level of diplomacy and tact, ensuring confidentiality and discretion
- Ability to meet the Police Department's psychological and physical standards
Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.