Sergeant - Franklin & Marshall College

Franklin & Marshall College; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for afull-time Sergeant on our Department of Public Safety. Location: F&M Campus, Lancaster, PA. Schedule: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM overnight shift.

Reports to: Lieutenant in the Public Safety department. The Public Safety Sergeant will supervise officers and technicians, plan and evaluate shift activities, respond to incidents, and ensure logs, reports, and compliance with accreditation standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• ACT 120 Municipal Police Officer training certification (current or expired) or eligible for certification.
• At least 5 years of law enforcement experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
• Evidence of a commitment to community & belonging.
• Valid driver\'s license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision of those who are assigned to their shifts; assign daily tasks and provide instruction in the completion of tasks, and follow-up to assure proper completion of tasks.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents in a timely manner and determine appropriate course of action; keep the Director and Lieutenant apprised of any incidents that may cause attention or alarm.
• Evaluate the performance of those assigned to their squads and make any recommendations that may be needed for improvement.
• Review reports to assure accuracy and compliance with accreditation requirements. Make sure the daily logs are completed and forwarded.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Google Workspace

Community & belonging

Valid driver\'s license

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Franklin & Marshall College, founded in 1787, is a residential college dedicated to excellence in undergraduate liberal arts education. The College thrives on forward-thinking growth, guided by a comprehensive new strategic plan currently under development. This vision animates dynamic new programs like the Venture and Impact Studio, which fosters student entrepreneurship, and the Mehlman Leadership and Performance Institute, which develops the next generation of leaders. Located in the city of Lancaster, the College integrates with the broader community, with the most recent example being a landmark eight-year partnership anchoring the College's baseball program at the professional Lancaster Stormers stadium.

Exceptional Employee Benefits

We support our staff with a competitive total rewards program designed to provide exceptional work-life harmony. Employees receive a generous 10% employer retirement contribution, alongside comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage plans. To support your family, the College provides valuable tuition benefits for eligible dependents, while also offering generous paid vacation allocations and recognized holiday closures to ensure ample time for rest and recovery.

To learn more about Lancaster, please go to https://landinlancasterpa.com.

Job Description:

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for afull-time Sergeant on our Department of Public Safety.

• Location:F&M Campus -Lancaster, PA
• Classification:Full-time, Exempt
• Schedule:6:00 P.M. - 6:00 A.M. (overnight shift)
• Reports to: Lieutenant
• Department: Public Safety
• Approved Salary Range: $70,000.00 annually

Job Description:

The Public Safety Sergeant will effectively plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of the Police Officers, Security Officer and Communication Technicians assigned to their shift.

Essential Functions:

• Provide leadership and supervision of those who are assigned to their shifts; assign daily tasks and provide instruction in the completion of tasks, and follow-up to assure proper completion of tasks.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents in a timely manner and determine appropriate course of action; keep the Director and Lieutenant apprised of any incidents that may cause attention or alarm.
• Evaluate the performance of those assigned to their squads and make any recommendations that may be needed for improvement.
• Review reports to assure accuracy and compliance with accreditation requirements. Make sure the daily logs are completed and forwarded.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• ACT 120 Municipal Police Officer training certification (current or expired). or eligible for certification.
• At least 5years of law enforcement experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Evidence of a commitment to community & belonging.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree.
• Prior experience in a Higher Education setting.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Full-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff receive competitive starting pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, dental, vision, generous retirement savings plan contributions, education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children, and enjoy access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes, recreation and fitness facilities, and libraries, plus access to College performances, lectures, and events. To learn more about our Benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.