Police Sergeant: Community-Impact Field Leader

Town of Mammoth Lakes; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Mammoth Lakes is seeking a mid-management Police Supervisor reporting to the Police Chief. The role directs police operations, mentors staff, and coordinates response levels across shifts to ensure effective service delivery.

The position emphasizes community-based policing, staff development, and collaboration with outside agencies. A minimum seven years of sworn experience with supervisory responsibilities is expected, along with required California POST credentials and a strong

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience at Police Officer level with supervisory duties.
• Experience in training employees and handling special assignments.
• Ability to supervise multiple units (patrol, investigations, records, animal control).

Responsibilities

• Supervise patrols, investigations, traffic, records and other activities; deploy personnel and equipment.
• Conduct and supervise investigations; coordinate narcotics investigations when needed.
• Provide training, discipline, and performance evaluation for sworn and non-sworn staff.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Policy compliance

Community policing

Decision making

Education

High school diploma

AA/AS or 60 college credits

BA/BS in related field desirable

Tools

Records management

Job description

Town of Mammoth Lakes is seeking a mid-management Police Supervisor reporting to the Police Chief. The role directs police operations, mentors staff, and coordinates response levels across shifts to ensure effective service delivery.

The position emphasizes community-based policing, staff development, and collaboration with outside agencies. A minimum seven years of sworn experience with supervisory responsibilities is expected, along with required California POST credentials and a strong