Police Sergeant

City of Union City•Union City, GA

10h•$31 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide supervision of personnel in the protection of life and property, prevention of the commission of crimes and the preservation of peace within the city. The sergeant is exposed to various incident settings and must rely on previous training and experience in the application of procedures and allocation of personnel. Successful performance results in effective law enforcement practices contributing to the safety/well being of the community. Errors in the work can endanger the lives of city residents and personnel and jeopardize property. Job has recurring work situations involving moderate degrees of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and procedures is high. Errors in judgment and execution will waste time and resources adversely impacting unit performance. Incumbent operates independently but work is verified by supervision.

Requirements

Associate’s degree with course work in political science, criminology, criminal justice, or related field is preferred; equivalent combination of education, experience, and training is acceptable
Must meet or exceed the qualifications of Master Patrol Officer and possess required qualifications as outlined
Minimum of three (3) years experience as a Certified Police Officer
Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation
Knowledge of rules of evidence and laws governing the custody of persons
Knowledge of growth and crime pattern trends in the City and surrounding areas
Knowledge of law enforcement concepts and terminology, including patrol techniques, jail operations, criminal investigation and crime prevention
Knowledge of laws and court decisions relating to law enforcement, search and seizure, suspects and prisoner’s rights and custody and protection of evidence
Knowledge of operational principles and practices of criminal investigation
Knowledge of court and trial procedures
Knowledge of use and effects of law enforcement weapons; methods of self-defense and physical restraint
Knowledge of Union City Police Department, policies and procedures
Knowledge of geographic layout of the City of Union City
Knowledge of report preparation and record keeping
Skill in planning, directing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of others
Skill in training others in work procedures
Skill in interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws and regulations
Skill in correctly interpreting a given situation and taking appropriate action under a variety of conditions
Skill in exercising tact, self-restraint, judgment and strategy in dealing with people of all races, ethnicities and socio-economic groups and who may have emotional or physical difficulties
Skill in observing and remembering details of events, names, faces, numbers and physical descriptions
Skill in preparing and maintaining clear, accurate and concise reports and files
Skill in exercising sound independent judgment in emergency or stressful situations
Ability to operate the computer and various programs
Ability to establish and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Ability and willingness to work rotating shift, variable hours and be on call
Visual acuity in both eyes, normal color vision, good accommodation and no field deficits
Hear in-person, radio and telephone conversations
Recognize differences or changes in sound patterns, loudness or pitch
Speak audibly and clearly
Identify and distinguish smells of different materials
Sit or stand for prolonged periods
Walk, run, kneel, stoop, crawl and crouch
Make precise and coordinated finger, hand and limb movements
Maintain uniform, controlled hand-arm posture or movement
Push, pull or drag an adult (averaging 160 pounds)
Lift and carry boxes of evidence (average 50 pounds)
Use force to restrain/subdue others
Work efficiently for long periods of time
Must be willing to carry a firearm on and off the job
Mentally and physically capable of using deadly force, if justified
Willing to work any hour of the day or night (shift work), overtime, weekends, on call and holidays
Work at any location in the City and travel on specific assignments

Responsibilities

Enforces local, state and federal laws
Supervises police officers and other assigned staff
Trains personnel in proper work methods
Assigns, delegates and reviews work
Conducting roll call, training and performing weapons, vehicle and uniform inspections
Maintains administrative records and personnel file
Hears and resolves minor complaints
Counsels subordinates and makes recommendations and/or taking disciplinary action
Analyzes, reviews and advises personnel regarding work procedures to ensure compliance with departmental rules and regulations
Periodic evaluation of employee performance
Maintains law and order
Protects lives and property by supervising field personnel and participating in duties
Patrols assigned geographic zone
Receives and responds to calls assigned by EOC via radio and CAD equipment
Takes appropriate action
Handles stressful situations according to department policy/procedure
Provides back-up for calls
Maintains traffic control through observation and use of speed detection devices
Tests and detains drivers suspected of DUI
Responds to major crime scenes
Writes incident reports
Attends court
Transports prisoners
Locates defendants and serves criminal warrants
Performs other Police Officer duties as necessary
Participates in investigating criminal law violations occurring within the City limits
Obtains evidence and compiles information regarding crimes
Prepares cases for filing of charges
Testifies in court
Monitors radio and assists dispatcher
Requests assistance from other emergency personnel
Notifies shift commander of major incidents, accidents or emergencies
Coordinates investigations with other agencies
Reviews, approves and evaluates reports
Prepares necessary reports concerning shift activities
Assists with compilation of crime analysis reports
Answers inquiries from public requesting/giving information and handling investigation complaint
Coordinates and supervises the training, assignment and development of subordinate police officers
Performs other related duties as assigned