Police Sergeant

National Police; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police seeks a Police Sergeant to supervise patrol units, coordinate daily operations, and ensure policy compliance. The role includes briefing shifts, reviewing reports, and leading investigations. Strong leadership and a commitment to community policing are essential.

The position requires five years of sworn law enforcement experience, a Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certification or higher (TCOLE), and a Texas driver’s license. Associate degree or higher preferred.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years sworn law enforcement experience.
• Possession of a Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certification or higher (TCOLE).
• Valid Texas driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and evaluate daily patrol operations.
• Conduct shift briefings and communicate directives and training.
• Review reports, affidavits, citations, warrants, and investigative documentation.
• Monitor officer activity for policy and legal compliance.
• Respond to and supervise high-risk or critical incidents.
• Perform performance evaluations and personnel development activities.
• Review body-worn camera footage and conduct reviews.
• Lead preliminary administrative investigations and complaint reviews.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Support community engagement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Identify operational challenges and provide improvement recommendations.

Skills

Supervision

Shift briefings

Policy compliance

Performance evaluation

Community policing

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Salary: $92,420.64 – $127,930.40 Annually

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of a Police Lieutenant, the Police Sergeant serves as a first-line supervisor responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating the daily activities of an assigned patrol shift or unit. Sergeants provide operational leadership, ensure compliance with Department policies and applicable law, review officer performance, and serve as the on-scene supervisor during routine and critical incidents.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise and coordinate assigned patrol personnel and daily operations.
• Conduct shift briefings and communicate Department initiatives, directives, and training information.
• Review and approve reports, arrest affidavits, citations, warrants, and investigative documentation.
• Monitor officer activity to ensure compliance with policy, law, and professional standards.
• Respond to and supervise high-risk, complex, or critical incidents.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, counseling, and personnel development activities.
• Review body-worn camera footage and conduct officer performance reviews.
• Conduct preliminary administrative investigations and complaint reviews.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Support community engagement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Identify operational challenges and provide recommendations for improvement.

Requirements:

• Possession of a Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certification or higher, issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Minimum of five (5) years of sworn law enforcement experience.
• A valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to meet and maintain all City of Alvarado employment standards

Preferred Requirements:

• Possession of an Intermediate Peace Officer Proficiency Certification or higher, issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Prior formal supervisory experience.
• Experience conducting evaluations, training, or mentoring personnel.
• Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Demonstrated commitment to leadership development and community policing.