Police Sergeant; DeKalb

Overview

Job Description

Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to provide first line supervision of officers on an assigned shift and to protect life and property, deter criminal activity, and enforce all local, state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.

This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Pay Range: $68,256-$109,892 FLSA status:
Non Exempt

• Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns investigations, patrols, special assignments, or other shift tasks; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff; assists with complex/problem situations; and provides technical expertise.
• Monitors daily activities of the unit; may be assigned to specialized unit or division (e.g., robbery, homicide, narcotics, special victims, K9, missing persons, homeland security, executive protection); assists officers with complex situations and cases; distributes information and relays special instructions received during a watch.
• Coordinates and supervises the training and development of police officers; instructs and directs subordinates regarding proper procedures and protocol of the department, law enforcement methods, etc.; inspects personnel for compliance with guidelines, uniform requirements, and other departmental regulations.
• Investigates complaints against unit personnel; conducts investigations of officers resulting from complaints or allegations of misconduct; researches, administers and documents counseling resulting from officer misconduct.
• Enforces all applicable codes, ordinances, laws and regulations (both traffic and criminal) to protect life and property, prevent crime, and promote security.
• Supervises the detection and deterring of criminal activity; patrols designated areas; responds to calls relayed by dispatchers; writes citations; apprehends, arrests and processes criminals, fugitives and offenders as appropriate; provides assistance and backup support to other officers and agencies as necessary.
• Supervises the conducting of and conducts preliminary investigations; interviews victims, complainants and witnesses and takes statements; gathers information and evidence; secures crime scenes; prepares investigative reports and sketches; participates in court activities; testifies in judicial proceedings.
• Supervises the performing of and performs rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including lifting, dragging or carrying people from dangerous situations, securing/evacuating people, administering medical aid, or extinguishing small fires.
• Supervises the performing of and performs other duties including monitoring and responding to calls for assistance, investigating accidents and reported crimes, interviewing citizens, conducting searches, pursuing fleeing and subduing resisting suspects, effecting arrests, and processing and transporting prisoners.
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; performs driving functions safely under various conditions; inspects and maintains assigned police vehicle, uniform, weapons, and equipment.
• Creates/maintains positive public relations with the general public; provides education and information on laws, law enforcement, crime prevention, drug abuse, and related issues.
• Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; communicates effectively over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.
• Attends and facilitates shift meetings, training sessions and seminars to stay knowledgeable of departmental operations, improve job performance, and stay current with changing policies, procedures, codes and case law; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations.
• Operates or uses various law enforcement equipment to…