Sheriff's Sergeant: Field Operations & Supervisory Lead

National Police; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Merced County Sheriff's Office seeks a seasoned supervisory peace officer to oversee deputies, custody staff and civilian personnel across the agency. You will manage records, coordinate communications and ensure proper use of equipment during operations.

You will supervise prisoner intake, evidence handling and interagency information sharing with FBI and STC; oversee critical incident responses and evaluate staff performance.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience as a sworn peace officer in a public law enforcement agency.
• Possession of a Basic certificate issued by POST and successful completion of a Field Training Program; must complete POST Supervisory Training within 1 year.
• Possession of POST Basic certificate or STC Basic Jail Operations Course and 832 PC course; must complete POST/STC Supervisory Training within 1 year.
• Valid California driver’s license at appointment and maintaining.
• Must be certified as a peace officer or be eligible for appointment and complete background process.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist deputies, custody staff and civilian personnel across the agency and districts.
• Supervise prisoner intake and maintenance of departmental records and communications.
• Oversee photographing of crime scenes and exchange of identification information with FBI and STC/other agencies.
• Respond to critical incidents and locate suspects, collect evidence, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Perform shift supervisory duties, conduct admin investigations, train new staff and supervise volunteers.

Job description

Merced County Sheriff's Office seeks a seasoned supervisory peace officer to oversee deputies, custody staff and civilian personnel across the agency. You will manage records, coordinate communications and ensure proper use of equipment during operations.

You will supervise prisoner intake, evidence handling and interagency information sharing with FBI and STC; oversee critical incident responses and evaluate staff performance.