25-014 Sergeant: Patrol

Elginedc; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sergeant to lead and supervise patrol staff in a dynamic law enforcement environment. This role involves overseeing daily operations, participating in staff training, and ensuring compliance with laws and departmental policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a thorough understanding of criminal law, and the ability to manage complex situations effectively. Join a committed team focused on community safety and service, where your contributions will make a significant impact on public safety and community relations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and hold an Advanced Certification.
• 4 years of law enforcement experience, preferably in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise patrol officers and provide technical and administrative direction.
• Respond to emergencies and oversee investigations of major crimes.

Skills

Knowledge of criminal law

Knowledge of traffic law

Investigation skills

Communication skills

Ability to administer first aid

Leadership skills

Ability to manage cases

Education

HS Diploma/GED

4 years law enforcement experience

Advanced Certification from Texas Commission on Law Enforcement

Tools

Department RMS & CAD systems

Two-way radios

Job description

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SUMMARY: Under general direction of a Police Commander, the Sergeant will supervise, assign, review, and participate in the work of patrol staff on an assigned shift. Will perform a variety of administrative and technical duties in support of the department.

Supervision:

Reports to: Police Lieutenant. Exercises direct supervision over sworn personnel. Usually serves as “on street” supervisor of a police patrol shift. May supervise special units.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• HS Diploma/GED from an accredited education agency.
• Four years law enforcement experience with experience in a supervisory position.
• Must meet State of Texas requirements of a police officer.
• Preferred: 2-4 Years working with the Elgin Police Department.

License and Certifications:

• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must hold at least an Advanced Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of patrol officers on an assigned shift; provide overall technical and administrative direction to personnel on an assigned shift.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to improve performance; implement discipline procedures.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; assist in the establishment of schedules and methods for providing field operations services; develop and implement operational policies and procedures; plan budget expenditures and equipment needs.
• Supervise and participate in all normal shift duties as assigned, including enforcing local, State, and Federal laws, issue citations, make arrests, administer first aid, and transport offenders.
• Respond to major crimes, accident scenes, and emergencies; assume initial command; oversee investigations, and review reports of crimes, collisions, and injuries.
• Oversee and provide recommendations concerning the testing and evaluation of proposed equipment and weapons.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise traffic control activities for special events, parades, and street closures.
• Conduct investigations regarding citizen complaints about police officer conduct or performance. Review the work of departmental personnel to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures; review reports submitted by patrol officers to verify completeness and the meeting of prescribed standards.
• Prepare various reports on operations and activities; participate in preparing grant proposals.
• Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Handle in a constructive, nondisruptive manner the multiple business, organizational, and interpersonal changes or stresses that may exist in the employee’s work, work processes, and dealings with other personnel and supervisors.
• Be sufficiently adaptable to accept and perform in a timely and effective manner work assignments that are outside the normal day-to-day routine. Must adapt, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted and work is accomplished.
• Regularly contact patrol officers on shift and follow-up on problems and complaints.
• Participate in training activities for department personnel; develop training procedures and manuals; advise and instruct sworn and nonsworn personnel regarding applicable policies, procedures, and tactics.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public; represent the Department at civic organizations and functions.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of criminal law, traffic law, investigation, and crime identification and prevention methods.
• Knowledge of geography and locations in the city.
• Knowledge of statutes, ordinances and criminal law.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence and laws governing custody of persons.
• Knowledge of capabilities and limitations of operating units in the department.
• Knowledge of police record keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of modern management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of methods of deploying officers in actual or anticipated emergencies.
• Knowledge of causes and prevention methods of crime committed by juveniles.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations regarding radio communication.
• Knowledge and understanding of the City’s policies and practices on community policing.
• Knowledge of appropriate techniques for deescalating situations and contacts.
• Knowledge of developing and implementing long or short-term plans.
• Knowledge of legal procedure in filing and presenting charges in court.
• Knowledge of standardized purchasing, personnel, department budgeting, grants, and other administrative procedures and practices typical of operations management.
• Knowledge of program evaluation techniques including cost impact.
• Skill in understanding and following written and oral instructions.
• Skill in directing, instructing and advising on technical police problems related to investigations and arrests and developing and preparing accurate records and preparing reports.
• Skill in effective communication and following instructions.
• Skill in the care and use of firearms.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting criminal evidence.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and building trust with the diverse cultural and social groups in Elgin, Texas.
• Skill in appropriately utilizing listening and verbal abilities to maintain professionalism during difficult interactions with law enforcement.
• Skill in operating motorized vehicles, two-way radios, and other police equipment.
• Skill in using computers as an investigative tool, data entry and report writing.
• Skill in determining needs and gathering/analyzing/presenting data to management.
• Skill in coordinating large complex activities, including emergency situations.
• Ability to write legibly and to read.
• Ability to learn and follow departmental rules and regulations.
• Ability to follow safety practices in the use of firearms, and operation of vehicle in emergency situations.
• Ability to assess situations and make accurate decisions within a limited time frame.
• Ability to communicate in ways that display empathy and understanding with city management, staff, and community members.
• Ability to apply emotional intelligence skills to understand and collaborate with members of the community to improve public safety, resolve issues, and build trusting relationships.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to administer first aid and CPR.

Specific to this position:

• Knowledge of current crime trends and methods.
• Ability to manage and assign cases within Department RMS & CAD systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Work is divided between an office setting and outside events, but the duties listed require police attire.

Interpersonal Relationships

Have a high level of social contact working closely with the public, in person, by phone and in writing.

Hours/Travel

This position may be required to work off-standard hours and is required to respond to call outs after hours. Employee must be available for shift work including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call and stand-by call. Must be able to meet attendance standards, to attend evening and weekend meetings and to respond to emergency situations.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

This position requires the incumbent to be able to sit, walk, climb stairs or stand for extended periods of time while reaching, bending and moving up/down, speaking and listening to customers or officers both over the phone/radio and in person. Required to carry, hold, lift, push or pull a minimum of 40 pounds of paper, boxes of books, furniture and retrieve records and/or supplies. May be exposed to dust, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, high noise levels, toxic chemicals or fumes, chemicals, and bacteria. The environment can be noisy and distracting.

Exposure to stressful and possibly dangerous situations. Occasional exposure to extreme noise, such as sirens, gunfire and screaming.

This position is required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms; ability to hear clearly when working around crowds of people, equipment and in traffic; and specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust.

Always in the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, designated employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees’ normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.