General Information
| Payroll Title | POLICE SERGEANT | Title Code | 005313 | Grade/Step | Working Title | Sergeant (UC Internal Applicants) | |
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| Department Name | Police | Supervisor | Jason Day | Department Head | Michael A Lane |
Payroll Title of those supervised
| Title Code | Description | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 5323 | POLICE OFFICER | 4 |
Special Requirements and Conditions
| Critical Position |
| Valid Driver License |
| Public Driving Record |
| Drug and Alcohol Test |
| Overtime |
| Shift Work |
| Other (provide description - max. 300 characters) |
| Other (description) |
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| All candidates must be able to meet California POST background, medical, and psychological standards |
Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Items Used
| Police unit, firearm, other police related equipment |
Position Purpose
| Under the general supervision of the Police Lieutenant, the Sergeant is responsible for the supervision of Patrol Officers while maintaining the chain of command within the department. The Sergeant directs law enforcement operations in the field; manages the day to day activities of sworn police officers to ensure the adherence to policies and procedures, regulations, orders and laws; and provides leadership and supervision of a unit within the department by enforcing regulations and policies for assigned personnel. The Sergeant also inspects the work of subordinates, provides performance coaching and feedback during performance evaluations; implements training to meet professional development needs; and takes corrective action when necessary to protect the welfare of the employee, integrity of the department, and safety of the community. In the absence of a ranking officer, the Sergeant also assumes leadership command of the department, and performs patrol and collateral duties as required. |
Essential Functions
| Essential Function | % Time |
|---|---|
| Supervision | 55 |
| Plan, direct, and manage the assigned activities in the department by inspecting the work of subordinates, scheduling work priorities, and supervising the day to day work of assigned personnel, in accordance with policies and procedures
Assume leadership command of the department, in the absence of executive leadership, by initiating administrative and command leadership to fulfill a functional police responsibility; and providing functional supervision for employees not directly under the Sergeant's supervision Ensure the adherence to policies and procedures, and the proper performance of assigned duties by enforcing the UCUPPAPM, regulations and policies; reporting violations of policies, procedures, regulations, orders, and laws; and taking corrective action, including relief or suspension of an officer or employee, as needed to protect the welfare of the employee, integrity of the department, and safety of the community Implement the organizations talent and personnel development strategy by providing leadership and direction to employees; creating professional development and job training opportunities; completing annual performance evaluations of assigned personnel; and delivering developmental feedback to each employee regarding their performance Support the division's long range planning process by assisting management with the development of UCPD departmental goals and objectives |
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| Patrol | 25 |
| Provide timely and appropriate public service to the campus and surrounding community by patrolling campus grounds, buildings, and facilities to investigate in progress or past crimes; and reviewing or writing crime and incident reports, making arrests, and testifying in court, to enforce local, state and federal law
Investigates suspicious circumstances, persons, and/or vehicles observed, to deter and detect criminal activity Supports community goals and service standards by delivering community relations presentations |
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| Collateral Duties | 20 |
| Develop community oriented policing and problem solving programs by completing and/or managing various special projects or programs (e.g. UNET Supervision, Investigations, Field Training Program, Recruiting, etc.)
Perform other duties as assigned |
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Minimum Requirements
| Minimum Requirement | Display Ranking |
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| 1 | |
| Education and Experience: Candidates must be a non-probationary police officer and hold at minimum a Basic POST certificate
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| 2 | |
| Knowledge of: Current California police practices, protocols and procedures and the workings of the California criminal justice system Local, state and federal laws applicable to the police function generally, and to the University of California police function specifically Protocols for conducting both simple and complex crime scene investigations Employee relations and other development and disciplinary practices |
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| 3 | |
| Demonstrated skill: Composing, editing, and distributing correspondence, reports and other documents using business software Delivering professional presentations |
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| 4 | |
| Demonstrated ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with co-workers and customers, including difficult or angry people Take command in emergency situations, while maintaining professionalism at all times Work effectively and cooperatively with members of the campus community, allied agencies and the public Accept instruction and direction from supervisors and work under general supervision, in an organized and self-regulating manner Work well with citizens, peers, allied agencies, and management Work independently, exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions Model professional ethics, both on and off-duty Model and promote the University's principles of community and commitment to diversity and inclusion |
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| All candidates must possess a valid California driver's license and be able to meet California POST background, medical, and psychological standards | |
Preferred Qualifications
| Preferred Qualification | Display Ranking |
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| 1 | |
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Education and Experience: Higher ranking sworn classification above the Officer level or three or more years of sworn police service with UCPD, along with an Intermediate POST certificate (incentive pay of $225/month) Possession of a four-year college degree Prior supervisory experience Possession of a POST Advanced and/or Supervisory Certificate (incentive pay of $325/month) Experience managing personnel in a collective bargaining environment Experience working in university or college law enforcement Current employment as a California Peace Officer |
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| 2 | |
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Knowledge and Understanding of:
Current and effective supervisory and management principles Current and effective community policing/problem-oriented policing practices The principles of developing employees and building effective work teams The University community, including its organizational structure, various constituencies and the dynamics of its diversity of people, ideas, organizations, and interests Community oriented policing (COP) in a California law enforcement agency that bases ALL of its services on the COP model |
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| Posted Position Purpose |
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| UCR INVITES INTERNAL APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. A DETAILED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE OBTAINED ON THE BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES WEBSITE: http://bas.ucr.edu/
Applicants who meet the advertised job requirements will be given a pre-employment assessment as part of the selection process.
Under the general supervision of the Police Lieutenant, the Sergeant is responsible for the supervision of Patrol Officers while maintaining the chain of command within the department. The Sergeant directs law enforcement operations in the field; manages the day to day activities of sworn police officers to ensure the adherence to policies and procedures, regulations, orders and laws; and provides leadership and supervision of a unit within the department by enforcing regulations and policies for assigned personnel. The Sergeant also inspects the work of subordinates, provides performance coaching and feedback during performance evaluations; implements training to meet professional development needs; and takes corrective action when necessary to protect the welfare of the employee, integrity of the department, and safety of the community. In the absence of a ranking officer, the Sergeant also assumes leadership command of the department, and performs patrol and collateral duties as required. |
| Posted Minimum Requirements |
| Education and Experience: Candidates must be a non-probationary police officer and hold at minimum a Basic POST certificate
Knowledge of: Current California police practices, protocols and procedures and the workings of the California criminal justice system Local, state and federal laws applicable to the police function generally, and to the University of California police function specifically Protocols for conducting both simple and complex crime scene investigations Employee relations and other development and disciplinary practices Demonstrated skill: Composing, editing, and distributing correspondence, reports and other documents using business software Delivering professional presentations Demonstrated ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with co-workers and customers, including difficult or angry people Take command in emergency situations, while maintaining professionalism at all times Work effectively and cooperatively with members of the campus community, allied agencies and the public Accept instruction and direction from supervisors and work under general supervision, in an organized and self-regulating manner Work well with citizens, peers, allied agencies, and management Work independently, exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions Model professional ethics, both on and off-duty Model and promote the University's principles of community and commitment to diversity and inclusion All candidates must possess a valid California driver's license and be able to meet California POST background, medical, and psychological standards |
| Posted Preferred Qualifications |
| Education and Experience:
Higher ranking sworn classification above the Officer level or three or more years of sworn police service with UCPD, along with an Intermediate POST certificate (incentive pay of $225/month) Possession of a four-year college degree Prior supervisory experience Possession of a POST Advanced and/or Supervisory Certificate (incentive pay of $325/month) Experience managing personnel in a collective bargaining environment Experience working in university or college law enforcement Current employment as a California Peace Officer Knowledge and Understanding of: Current and effective supervisory and management principles Current and effective community policing/problem-oriented policing practices The principles of developing employees and building effective work teams The University community, including its organizational structure, various constituencies and the dynamics of its diversity of people, ideas, organizations, and interests Community oriented policing (COP) in a California law enforcement agency that bases ALL of its services on the COP model |