Position Information
Vacancy Number: S-00464
Position Title: Police Sergeant
Classification Title: Supervisor
Department: Campus Police
Employment Type: Full-Time
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide supervision of the University Police Department during assigned shift, to include issuing and enforcing directives and work orders, authorizing changes to assignments and normal operating procedures and overtime.
Develops, coordinates, and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures for the department and work units assigned; monitors budgetary expenses and assists in preparation of the department budget.
Commands major law enforcement operations of major investigations, emergency management situations and large university special events; coordinates law enforcement activities of other departments and law enforcement agencies and first responders.
Manages the department internal affairs function and makes disciplinary action recommendations to the Chief of Police.
Conduct regular meetings with subordinate officers to address questions and concerns, review assignments, and provide appearance inspections.
Serves as the departments intermediary for internal complaints and discrepancies among staff members, and as needed, submit forward through the chain-of-command.
Perform periodic campus patrols to determine the effectiveness of campus police staff and adjust staffing levels as needed.
Prepare and submit evaluation reports that reflect subordinate staff performance and summarize activities.
Represents the police department at meetings, conferences, seminars, and other public functions, as required; acts, as directed, as media spokesperson for the police department.
Designs and implements operational, technical and administrative methods of University community policing, crime prevention, law enforcement, and related functions, including but not limited to, investigations, patrol, traffic control, and safety.
Reviews and directs the department's fiscal, equipment and human resources activities and services; develops reviews and supervises staff , development and training; evaluates performance of assigned staff.
Writes, edits or coordinates the preparation of correspondence, reports, or other printed material; research content items for precedents, correctness of presentation and applicability.
Serves as alternate property and evidence custodian.
Assumes command of the police department in the absence of supervisory command staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of acceptable basic management practices
Knowledge of limited budgeting principles and practices
Knowledge of applicable University practices and procedures
Interpersonal skills
Written communication skills
Problem analysis skills
Ability to enhance professional knowledge and skills by attending training sessions, and workshops and reviewing published literature
Ability to interpret and apply applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws and regulations
Ability to work on multiple objectives at one time and respond to multiple competing demands
Ability to use a computer and relevant software applications
Ability to manage departmental activities and the work of others
Ability to coordinate the work of others
Ability to supervise
Minimum Qualifications:
A High School Diploma and experience equivalent to five (5) years of related work. CPR and First Aid certificates are preferred. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining APOSTC certification. An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment background check, psychological test, and drug test.
Job Open Date: 02/12/2019
This posting will remain open until closed: Yes
Job Close Date:
Salary Band: 105
Special Instructions to Applicants:
If this position is opened until filled (no set closing date), Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications.
About the University/College
Located in Alabama's vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don't just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.
Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the safety and security of our campus community is a top priority. All employees at AUM are considered to be Responsible Employees and have the duty to immediately report information that has the potential to adversely impact safety or wellness on our campus.
Quick Link http://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/3586
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Required Documents
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- Cover Letter
- Professional Reference Sheet
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