Police Sergeant
Salary: $38.33
Position Summary:
Provides safety and security to citizens within the community through supervising and participating in the activities of law enforcement patrol and other duties on an assigned shift.
Essential Functions:
• Supervises the daily activities of the law enforcement staff; meets with officers to schedule shift assignments, coordinate special enforcement issues, and evaluate officer performance.
• Trains and leads Police officers; assures that officers are ready and prepared for duty, are adequately trained and equipped, and are held accountable for duties and responsibilities assigned.
• Responds to crime scenes and takes command when appropriate; investigates criminal cases; reviews, corrects and closes Police reports within scope of authority.
• Enforces local, state and Federal laws, and Municipal Codes.
• Enforces Department policies and procedures and assists in the implementation of Department goals and objectives.
• Identifies training needs; develops and conducts training and educational programs and seminars.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases; identifies and collects evidence; completes detailed reports and required paperwork; performs follow-up investigations as required.
• Represents the Police Department at court hearings; prepares reports requested and subpoenaed by the courts; and testifies in court cases.
• Presents education and information programs through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels those within the community on law enforcement activities, programs and referral resources.
• Assists and interacts with other Police personnel, City departments, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement
organizations in order to accomplish tasks.
Requirements:
- Associate’s Degree in criminal justice, business or public administration or a related field; AND four (4) years of law enforcement experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Driver’s License.
- Certified as a Police Officer by the State of Alaska Police Standards Council.