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Police Sergeant Jobs in Washington, USA at George Washington University
Overview
The George Washington University Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals for the position of Police Sergeant. The department provides primary law enforcement and public safety service to a diverse university population of 25,000 students, faculty, and staff across two urban campuses in Washington, D.C. It is committed to professional growth and development of officers, with a progressive approach to community engagement, accountability, trust, and transparency.
Reporting to the Police Lieutenant, the Police Sergeant serves as the first-line supervisor for their assigned shift within the GWPD. This position supervises the patrol division and is responsible for providing protection of persons and property on campus by utilizing police skills and patrolling techniques to maintain a safe environment. The Sergeant provides security and protection to the University community by patrolling areas or buildings to enforce D.C. laws and GW administrative ordinances, including providing on-site supervision over officers during emergency and routine situations during a shift.
This position manages the preparation of daily assignments and the weekly duty roster, based on observation and assessment of individual officer skills and performance levels relative to scheduled protective services activities or special requests. The Sergeant acts on behalf of the Lieutenant during the latter’s absence, including approving and posting the weekly duty roster or special assignments. The Sergeant also serves as a liaison with other departments during events or incidents and with outside law enforcement agencies.
Responsibilities and duties:
- Provide faculty, staff and students highly efficient and professional protection and service by being present and interacting with the campus community
- Oversees the day-to-day activities of the University s community law enforcement services
- Works with the Shift Lieutenant for scheduling of officers to ensure adequate shift coverage, vacation relief, and call-off replacement; may coordinate additional security for special activities and events as needed
- Partners with the Shift Lieutenant to plan and execute shift meetings and roll calls to share information
- Participates in reviewing and updating GWPD s policies and procedures and provides subject matter expertise to ensure accuracy and enforce ability
- Assists in evaluating and recommending new equipment, supplies or materials to improve security enforcement
- Conducts Performance Management evaluations of officers for the assigned shift and assists in determining future staffing needs
- Monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements
- Reviews body-worn and in-car camera video associated with incident reports prior to approving reports to ensure compliance with department policy
- Ensures all Community Policing activities are documented in ARMS for tracking and review
- Reviews administrative forms/reports related to Public Safety incidents and operations, approves reports, and assists Security Officers as needed
- Ensures reports are completed accurately and timely
- Testifies in court or administrative hearings concerning violations or offenses
- Liaises with law enforcement staff regarding crime prevention measures
- Attends and participates in various meetings pertaining to Community Policing operations and services
- May serve on special assignments such as Recruitment, Training, Evidence/Property and Crime Prevention
- Perform the requisite duties of Campus Police Officer as needed, and may be required to work weekends, holidays and/or different shifts than regularly assigned
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 5 years of relevant professional experience as a police officer (internally or within a federal, state, military, or municipality) including at least three years of functional supervisory experience, or a Bachelor s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus one year of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must meet the requirements to possess a SPO License through DC s Metropolitan Police Department, Security Officers Management Branch (SOMB) as described in DC Municipal Regulations Title 6-A, Chapter 11 within 120 days of employment.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess and maintain a District of Columbia Special Police Commission and meet requirements for commission including firearms and other weapon systems
- Before employment, must successfully complete a physical, drug screen and mental examination approved by GW Police Department
- Must have completed an…
Title: Police Sergeant
Company: George Washington University
Location: Washington, USA
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