Police, Sergeant

Working Title
Police, Sergeant

Job Title Code
L17

Salary Level
D05

Salary Range (Full-Time)
$85,477+ (commensurate with education and experience)

Hourly Rate (Part-Time)
$41.09 per hour

Business Travel
N/A

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Position Type
Police

Position Summary
Supervise and assists in coordination the activities of personnel, on an assigned shift, in the performance of police duties on campus and at satellite locations to protect the welfare of faculty, staff, students, visitors and all property within the area under the control and jurisdiction of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD).

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and ability to provide enforcement and maintenance of law and order by continuous patrol, surveillance, crime prevention and enforcement of all applicable laws of the city, state and federal government and in accordance with DCCCD policies and procedures.  Maintains contact with other law enforcement agencies.  Stays up-to-date on laws, ordinances, and relevant laws in law enforcement.  Maintains peace officer licensure by obtaining proper bi-annual TCOLE mandated training.  Ability to analyze situations quickly, accurately and objectively in order to determine proper course of action.  Handles situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.  Utilizes computer technology to access data, maintain records and generate reports.  Prepares incident reports, assists in case preparation and appears in court, as necessary.  Maintains confidentiality of work related information and materials.  Establishes a positive, cooperative and productive workplace atmosphere by maintaining effective working relationships with individuals from various economic, cultural and diverse backgrounds.  Ensures all police operations and services are conducted in an ethnical manner that enhances the community network, are sensitive to the many cultures and diversity of the college community and  provides the best possible service to ensure an environment that allows for student success and academic achievement.  Must have good moral character with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Physical Requirements
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, computers, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, pushing, bending, crawling and pulling. Physical capability to run, walk, and climb over rough and unfamiliar terrain, fences and other obstacles for extended periods of time. Operate motor vehicle for long periods of time. Control person resisting arrests; to move a disabled or combative individual.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Knowledge and Experience
Associate’s degree plus four (4) years law enforcement experience. Current and valid Texas Peace Officer license, Intermediate TCOLE license and driver’s license required. Psychological testing, freedom from drug dependency testing, and a physical (medical) will be conducted as a condition of employment. Works shifts, as assigned, including nights, weekends and holidays. Official transcripts and licenses will be required. ***Will be subject to a criminal background. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs patrol work on foot, bicycle, or by automobile on the campus and other DCCCD property to detect, investigate and correct suspicious incidents and public safety and security hazards.  Issues citations; secures, doors, gates, and other entrances and exits to the grounds and facilities. Takes predetermined action and renders first aid in emergencies such as accidents, fire and illness.  Provides daily status reports to supervisor regarding follow-up investigations, potential hazards, etc. Maintains compliance with proper data collection procedures necessary for adherence to Texas racial profiling reporting laws.  Trained or obtain training to provide emergency medical treatment, including CPR/AED, until medical personnel arrive.  Will be required to handle handguns, baton, and/or defense spray in a safe and effective manner, and be tested on same periodically.  Build partnerships, relationships and trust within DCCCD community network by modeling integrity in decisions, communication and the treatment of individuals.  Communicates effectively via police radio, telephone and in person.  Secures crime scenes, arbitrates disputes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, and makes arrests.  Participate in the delivery of proactive patrol and situational response strategies.  Promote a collaborative community-centered public safety model.  Effectively uses interpersonal and communication skills, with tact and diplomacy, when interacting with individuals of different social, economic and ethnic backgrounds.  Ability to provide excellent customer service.  May supervise three (3) or more employees.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Advertised:11 Aug 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications close:7 Oct 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time