Police Sergeant

Holmes Community College; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Holmes Community College in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Police Sergeant who will supervise shift personnel, enforce campus rules, and oversee security operations to protect students and staff.

The role requires PST certificate, five years in law enforcement, and flexibility for evenings. You will prepare reports, coordinate with command staff, and provide training as needed to maintain campus safety.

Qualifications

• Valid Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
• 60 hours of college credit preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years prior experience in law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises an assigned group of law enforcement officers, campus security officers, or other public safety personnel.
• Maintains order on the campus and enforces College rules and regulations.
• Keeps facilities and people secure and enforces state law and campus policies.
• Writes reports, analyzes workloads and assists in schedule planning.
• Responds to emergencies within jurisdiction and provides guidance to staff.
• Provides training in areas such as firearms or other essential topics as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by police command staff.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Policies & procedures knowledge

Emergency response

Organization & planning

Education

Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or equivalent

60 hours college credit preferred

Job description

The general function of the Police Sergeant is to work under the supervision of the senior law enforcement officer of the location (typically the campus chief) while functioning as the shift level supervisor over law enforcement, security and other public safety personnel assigned to them and/or as a Sergeant involved in a specialized, technical or administrative area (i.e. training, investigations, SRT). Regular duties and responsibilities are to maintain order on the campus, enforce rules and regulations of the College, to be responsible for the security of buildings and people, motor vehicle regulations enforcement, and enforcement of the general laws of the state of Mississippi.

Evening Shift = Monday - Thursday (12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.)

1. Supervises an assigned group (i.e. a patrol shift, a training group) of law enforcement officers, campus security officers, or other public safety personnel under the direction of the Command Level officer for the campus or location.
2. Maintain order on the campus, enforce rules and regulations of the College, to be responsible for the security of buildings and people, motor vehicle regulations enforcement, and enforcement of the general laws of the state of Mississippi.
3. Keeps subordinates aware of changes to policy or statue issues relevant to campus law enforcement as provided by Police Command Staff.
4. Write reports, analyze workloads and assist in schedule planning
5. Performs office tasks within the scope of shift supervision.
6. Performs other such relevant duties as assigned by police command staff.
7. Responds to emergencies within jurisdiction to provide aid or enforcement while supervising shift personnel.
8. Provides, if appropriate, experience in an area of need for the department such as firearms or other essential training items.

• Valid Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university

or 60 hours of college credit preferred.

• Minimum of five (5) years prior experience in law enforcement required.
• Must possess the maturity and personality to enforce laws, rules and regulations in a fair and professional manner in a college environment.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule with overtime and extra duty necessary at times to meet the law enforcement needs of the College and its jurisdiction.
• Excellent references from previous employers (external candidates.)

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Knowledge of operating procedures.
• Knowledge of student support programs and services.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Strong interpersonal and community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community.
• Knowledge of applicable standards, policies and procedures within specialty area.