Police Sergeant

Ephraim, UT
Snow College

Salary: $51,990.00 – $65,000.00 Annually.

Position Summary:

Snow College is seeking a dedicated and experienced law enforcement professional to join our team as Sergeant in the Public Safety Department. Reporting directly to the Chief of Public Safety, the Sergeant plays a pivotal role in maintaining campus safety by investigating crimes, enforcing laws, ordinances, and the student code of conduct. Additionally, this role involves providing crime prevention training, supervising a student security team, and fostering a secure environment conducive to learning and community well-being. The position works a rotating Days/Nights/On call schedule that has some flexibility. However, changes to the normal schedule are made based on departmental needs to accommodate campus activities, meetings, investigative duties and ensure comprehensive coverage across campuses. For qualifying officers, the option of an 11-month position may be available.

Essential Functions:

  • Promote a safe, secure campus through law enforcement, campus involvement & student interactions.
  • Must be able to work shift work including day, evening & weekend shifts as well as on-call availability.
  • Enforce federal, state & local laws, as well as college policies and the student code of conduct.
  • Investigate crimes, incidents and violations.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports as required.
  • Perform regular vehicle & foot patrols and respond promptly to calls for service.
  • Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
  • Provide crime prevention training to various student groups to promote campus safety.
  • Provide leadership and supervision to part time student security team including training, schedule and performance evaluation.
  • Manage security team wage budget.
  • May spend time on the Richfield campus as needed, subject to each campus’ schedule and requirements.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma
  • Associates degree (minimum of three years of law enforcement experience, including management can be used in lieu of the associate degree)
  • Must be P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer and Maintain POST Certification as outlined in the Public Safety Code 53-13-103.
  • Minimum of two years related work experience. The most successful candidates will have previous college campus or community policing experience.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
  • Must enjoy working with college students
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to qualify with department issued weapon as required.
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic CPR certification