Police Sergeant

National Police; Avenal (CA); On-site; USD 6,400 - 7,800; Full time

Job summary

National Police in California seeks a supervisor to plan, coordinate, and oversee an assigned shift within the department. Responsibilities include patrol operations, investigations, and ensuring compliance with policies and laws.

The role requires substantial supervisory and law enforcement experience, POST Intermediate certification, and a valid California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years municipal or county law enforcement patrol and investigative experience, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises activities of an assigned shift or unit of the Police Department.
• Supervises, coordinates, and performs patrol, traffic, criminal investigations, and field training; ensures safety of community.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Law enforcement

Patrol and investigations

Education

POST Intermediate Certificate

California Driver's License

Job description

Salary: $6,409.52 - $7,790.81

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Chief, plans, coordinates, and supervises the activities of an assigned shift or unit of the Police Department; performs general and specialized law enforcement duties; reviews and prepares various types of law enforcement documentation; and supervises assigned personnel.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, coordinates, and performs a variety of law enforcement activities including but not limited to patrol, traffic regulation, criminal investigations, and field training; provides for the safety, security, and protection of persons and property within the community; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements;
• Schedules, coordinates, and conducts meetings and/or in-service and field training activities; oversees and participates in patrol duties; monitors city streets, parks, and commercial/residential areas for suspicious persons or activity; enforces Federal, State, and local laws; responds to various types of emergency and non-emergency calls for service;
• Provides assistance to the public; addresses citizen complaints; initiates appropriate law enforcement action; supervises and participates in various types of criminal investigations; documents; collects, and analyzes crime scene evidence; develops and follows up on case leads; seeks out, interviews, and obtains statements from crime victims, witnesses, suspects, or other involved parties;
• Apprehends and arrests offenders; prepares for and attends court proceedings; provides testimony in the prosecution of offenders; fingerprints, and initiates the release of detainees; participates in purchasing, issuing, and maintaining departmental vehicles and equipment.

Requirements:

• Three (3) years municipal or county law enforcement patrol and investigative experience, including one (1) year of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Required Licenses or Certifications: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Intermediate Certificate is required and must possess a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be 21 years of age at time of hire. Position will include a one year probationary term.