Sergeant - PT

Morton College; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Morton College in Chicago seeks a Sergeant to lead campus safety operations, supervise patrol officers, and ensure the safety of persons and property. You will enforce federal, state, local laws and college rules, coordinate daily patrols, and guide staff with professional accountability.

The role requires extensive law enforcement experience, supervisory leadership, and strong communication. You will uphold Morton College core values of compassion, equity, accountability, innovation,

Qualifications

• 15 years of law enforcement experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Certified courses in Law Enforcement management, leadership and operations.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license, FOID Card (Illinois residents).
• Have a valid Illinois police officer state certification or ability to update/renew if retired.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, emotional stability, good judgment and dependability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Enforce applicable federal, state, local laws and college rules and regulations.
• Oversee daily patrol operations; monitor traffic, criminal activity or hazards.
• Supervise Campus Safety officers and ensure accountability and professionalism.
• Protect the college and property of staff, students and guests.
• Ensure a safe working and academic atmosphere free of health and safety hazards.
• Develop and implement goals, policies and safety protocols.

Skills

Law enforcement

Supervisory experience

Leadership training

FOID Card

P.O. certification

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Associate Degree in Law Enforcement or Military

FBI National Academy / Northwestern Command training

Tools

Microsoft Office

National Incident Management System (NIMS)

Job description

Description Summary

The Sergeant will ensure the safety of persons and college propertyby overseeing routine patrol operations for the campus such as;enforcing applicable federal, state, local laws, and college rulesand regulations. Direct, oversee, and coordinate daily activities.Create an atmosphere of community, communication and support.Supervise Officers for accountability, professionalism &provide guidance. Ensure all department members demonstrate theMorton College core values of compassion, equity, accountability,innovation, excellence, and respect.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Enforce applicable federal, state local laws; and college rulesand regulations.
• Oversee the daily patrol operations; monitor traffic, criminalactivity, or any other potential hazard to the institution.
• Assume the responsibility for the operations of the CampusSafety department and supervise patrol officers under his/hercommand.
• Protect the college and property of all staff, students andguests within the confines of the college or college-controlledproperties.
• Ensure a safe working and academic atmosphere free of healthand safety hazards.
• Manage and participate in the development and implementation ofgoals, objectives, policies, and safety protocols.
• Identify and communicate any deficiencies or risk.
• Supervise, review the preparation of reports and other writtenmaterial for accuracy and integrity.
• Maintain departmental records and the integrity ofprotocols.
• Review, assign and oversee investigations conducted regardingcriminal matters.
• Manage any major incidents or crime scenes.
• Inspect and maintain department equipment.
• Provide first responder medical assistance and be certified inFirst Aid.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police or thePresident of the College.
• The responsibilities and duties of the Sergeant position maychange as the needs of the college arise.
• Act as an ambassador of Morton College through participation incollege and community-based events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

15 years of law enforcement experience, 3 of those years in asupervisory role with command experience. Applicant should havecertified courses in Law Enforcement management, leadership andoperations. Possess a valid state driver’s license, FOID Card(Illinois residents), and have a valid Illinois police officerstate certification or ability to update/renew if retired lawenforcement. Possess honesty, integrity, emotional stability, goodjudgment, dependability, the ability to function well underpressure, and a professional appearance. Have excellent written andoral communication skills. Computer skills and Microsoft Officeproficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

An Associate Degree in Law Enforcement or Military. NorthwesternStaff and Command or the F.B.I. National Academy a plus. CertifiedCrisis Intervention Team (CIT), juvenile or school resource Officerand community relations experience. Experience as a law enforcementtrainer, field training officer, or training program coordinator.Familiar with National Incident Management System. Ability tocommunicate in Spanish.

T his position will work 2nd and 3rd shift.