Police Sergeant

City of Fife; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fife seeks a Police Sergeant to supervise officers, oversee investigations, and ensure effective patrol and crime-response operations. The role includes program development, staff training, and interagency coordination.

Strong leadership, reporting, and field expertise are essential, with requirements for a Washington police commission, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver’s license. This city position emphasizes community safety and program management.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school with police science training and five years of progressively responsible police experience.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license, valid Commission as an officer, and valid First Aid/CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise police officers on assigned shift and provide scheduling and assignments.
• Analyze crime scene data, oversee processing and coordinate with other agencies.
• Develop and implement programs and procedures to achieve objectives.
• Train, supervise and evaluate staff; handle grievances and performance reviews.
• Review daily case reports and monitor progress of major investigations.
• Drive patrols, enforce laws, and respond to incidents and major events.
• Coordinate school resource officer program and community relations.

Skills

Supervision

Training

Police procedures

Communication

Report writing

Crisis management

Education

High school + police science training

Job description

** This position is open to current employees only. External applications will not be reviewed.**

Position Description

Under the direction of the Chief of Police, supervise a detail of Police Officers on an assigned shift or perform specialized duties in the areas of investigations or other assignment; enforce State, County and City laws and ordinances; drive on patrol and assume responsibility at crime scenes; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

Essential Duties

• Supervise and observe the day-to-day activities of Police Officers on assigned shift; provide proper scheduling and work assignments to assure adequate coverage of shift activities.
• Assist assigned staff in the analysis and interpretation of crime scene data and make appropriate recommendations; respond to calls of major proportion with assigned unit and assure proper crime scene processing; assume command at crime scenes and make decisions regarding notifications, locating resources and other decisions protecting the lives of citizens and officers; work with other agencies and Departments at crime scenes.
• Provide expertise to the Department and others regarding specialized areas of police work; develop and implement programs and procedures to achieve assigned objectives.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff including police officers and others as assigned; provide training, direction and assistance to subordinates in areas related to law enforcement and equipment/weapons use; resolve employee complaints and concerns.
• Assign and review the work of assigned staff; review daily case reports; monitor assigned cases for progress and disposition; provide supervisor with information and status of major investigations and unit activities.
• Drive patrol vehicle in an assigned area, observing for conditions and activities in which there appears to be potential or actual harm to persons or property, disruption of public order, or any other violation of law.
• Enforce State, County and City laws and ordinances; assure compliance with departmental policies and orders from superior officers.
• Conduct briefing sessions at the start of patrol shifts, and conduct de-briefing sessions at the end of a patrol shift to convey to assigned officers and to gather from them pertinent information such as anticipated law violators, suspects at large, and arrests made.
• Communicate with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate efforts and exchange information regarding crimes of mutual interest.
• Oversee the activities and operations of the school resource officer program as assigned; contact and follow-up with officers, the school district, school staff, students and citizens to evaluate and work with the program to improve efficiency as needed; visit school sites as appropriate.
• Oversee assigned programs and activities including block watch, crime prevention, motel, gambling enforcement, missing persons, fingerprinting and others as assigned.
• Prepare a variety of records and reports related to unit activities, equipment, training, work schedules and attendance; review subordinates' reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Apply, obtain and serve search warrants and subpoenas according to established procedures.
• Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized equipment such as firearms, police vehicles, radios, baton, handcuffs, flares, breath testing equipment, and others according to established procedures; maintain proficiency in driving and the use of firearms; operate a computer as assigned.
• Oversee assigned budget; locate, research, apply and monitor grants as assigned.

Other Duties

• Remain on call to respond to scenes, questions or major events.
• Serve as Chief of Police in the absence of the Chief on a rotating basis or as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of

• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Principles, practices and procedures used in police work.
• State, County and City laws and ordinances.
• Operations of specialized law enforcement tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Police Department organization, policies, rules and regulations.
• Modern methods of criminal investigation and identification.
• Rules of search and seizure and laws of arrest.
• Crime scene preservation and processing.
• Legal definitions and terminology of major crimes.
• Recent legislation and court decisions affecting police work.
• Requirements for effective prosecution of criminal cases.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Ability To

• Supervise a police detail on an assigned shift.
• Preserve and process crime scenes.
• Prepare narrative and statistical reports and records.
• Supervise and participate in police duties related to traffic, patrol, investigation and other police activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of the law and modern law enforcement techniques.
• Participate in specialized programs and assignments to enhance police protection and community relations.
• Provide expertise to the department and others in an assigned area of specialization.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Assign and review the work of others.
• Protect the lives, property and constitutional rights of citizens.
• Perform strenuous physical tasks such as running and subduing fleeing suspects, climbing fences and lifting and carrying injured persons.

Education, Experience & Other Requirements

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by training in police science and five continuous years increasingly responsible experience as a Police Officer.

Licenses And Other Requirements

• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Valid commission as a Washington State law enforcement officer.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certifications.

Environment

• Outdoor work environment.
• Subject to seasonal heat and cold, temperature changes or extreme weather conditions.
• Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.
• Evening or variable hours, and emergency call-out.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Noise from sirens.

Physical Abilities

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and various police equipment.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Walking and running over rough or uneven surfaces.
• Climbing stairs, fences, hills and other slopes.
• Bending at the waist, stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Turning/twisting.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects or individuals.
• Physical agility and stamina.
• Sitting for extended periods of time in the patrol vehicle.

Hazards

• Exposure to possible fights and confrontations.
• Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
• Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.
• Explosives and guns.
• Contact with blood and body fluids.
• Hazardous materials.
• Fumes and hazards associated with methamphetamine labs.

Union Status Police Guild Commissioned

FLSA Status Non-exempt

Salary Range Police Sergeant

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The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for the job, the level of knowledge, skill and ability typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Class specifications are only intended to represent a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specific positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.