Police Sergeant: Lead Shifts, Investigations & Training

City of Visalia; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Visalia Police Department seeks a Police Sergeant to lead assigned shifts and oversee units in the Operations and Administration divisions. The role entails responding to major incidents, overseeing investigations, and guiding personnel through training and leadership initiatives.

Minimum requirements include sworn municipal experience and a suitable college credential; POST certifications are required, with completion of supervisory coursework within one year of appointment.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of sworn municipal law enforcement experience.
• Associate's degree or 60 completed college units; BA program accepted in lieu of AA; bachelor's desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assigned shifts in the Operations Division or units; responds to major incidents and investigations.
• Participates in training of police personnel and management projects.
• Provides a positive leadership role in the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Training

Education

Associate degree in criminal justice or related field

Proof of 60 college units / BA program accepted in lieu of AA

Bachelor's degree desirable

Job description

The City of Visalia Police Department seeks a Police Sergeant to lead assigned shifts and oversee units in the Operations and Administration divisions. The role entails responding to major incidents, overseeing investigations, and guiding personnel through training and leadership initiatives.

Minimum requirements include sworn municipal experience and a suitable college credential; POST certifications are required, with completion of supervisory coursework within one year of appointment.