Police Sergeant

Augusta University

Augusta (GA)

On-site

USD 3,748,000 - 4,188,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Augusta University seeks a First Line Supervisor for its patrol officers, coordinating shift operations and assisting the Lieutenant. You will review reports, assess performance, and manage training records while performing essential patrol duties.

Interactions with both the university community and public safety personnel are daily responsibilities. The role requires POST certification, two years’ experience as a police officer, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is required.
POST certification as a Police Officer with at least two years of experience.
Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

Review and approve incident reports with accuracy.
Assess officer performance and prepare evaluation reports.
Maintain and prepare shift training records with accuracy.
Perform police officer duties as needed.
Direct and instruct officers during incidents and patrol investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Project management

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

POST certified Police Officer with 2 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Computer software/databases

Job description

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Location

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The mission of the Augusta University Police Department is to promote a safe atmosphere in which the university's teaching, discovery, clinical care and service mission can be successful. This is accomplished through traditional and progressive law enforcement practices and strong community partnership.

Job Summary

First line supervisor for the patrol officers and the assistant to the Lieutenant for coordinating the operations of the patrol shift. Performs same law enforcement duties as a patrol officer. Daily reviews of the performance of the patrol officers are performing their tasks correctly, and department policies and procedures are followed. Instructing, coordinating, and maintaining training for all officers on the assigned shift are also key tasks for this position. Interaction with the Augusta Community, the AU community and other Public Safety personnel on a daily basis are fundamental to the quality of service provided by this position.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

Reviews and daily approves written incident reports regarding crimes and calls for service with 100% accuracy
Performs annual, monthly, weekly, and daily assessments of the performance of officers and prepares written evaluation reports regarding their progress with 100% accuracy
Reviews, maintains and prepares shift training records within 95% accuracy
Performs the duties of a police (peace) officer as necessary with 95% accuracy. Prepares written incident reports regarding crimes and services with 100% accuracy
Monitors and reviews the activities of the patrol officers by performing the necessary supervisory functions. Responsible for directing and instructing officers while at accident scenes, during incidents in progress, and during patrol investigations. Responsible for communicating directives from the Lieutenant and other higher-ranking officers to the patrol officers. Responsible for communicating the complaints and weaknesses of the patrol officers to determine training needs and for performance evaluation purposes. Reports violations of departmental policies and procedures, institutional procedures, and legal procedures to the Lieutenant. Recommends corrective actions.
Responsible for making all appropriate emergency notifications using JagWire Alert for emergency situations as directed by the event, by Senior University Officials or by policies and procedures of the University. If the Sergeant is the ranking individual on the scene, the Sergeant is responsible for making decisions in emergency situations to protect the lives and property of students, faculty, staff, visitors, patients, and police personnel.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or GED from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization

Must be 21, must possess moral and ethical character and must be a POST certified Police Officer with two years experience as a Police Officer.

A valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Federal Communication's Rules and Regulations

One year supervisory experience and an AA degree or equivalent experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES: Ability to maintain confidentiality, to keep complex records, and the ability to perform well under stress in a calm, efficient manner

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Knowledge of needed tools and techniques appropriate to identify, analyze, and solve technical problems

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

Project management skills

Technical knowledge and skills in computer systems, with the preferred ability to maintain computer systems relating to access and security controls, digital video systems, web base and other related computer applications

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F

Pay Band: 11

Salary: Minimum $27.21/hour - $30.40/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: 9/14/26 - Until Filled.

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

To successfully complete the application and hiring process, candidates will need to comply with multiple steps which may include the following:

Driving record review (Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 375-3-8-.01)
Personal and professional reference checks/interviews
Review of information obtained from public internet sites
Credit check/financial history consistent with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) (15 USC
1681 et seq.)
Local, state, and federal criminal history record check
Relevant national and state decertification records, if available
Any relevant information in the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database
Voice stress analyzer (CVSA) examination
Medical examination, drug screen, and psychological examination
Determination of employment eligibility, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
Successfully complete POST certification requirements for a sworn police officer in the State of Georgia
Perform Mandatory reporting and response duties as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) pursuant to the Clery Act.

Credit Check

This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.

Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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