City of Shoreacres
601 Shore Acres Blvd., Shoreacres, Texas 77571
281.471.2244 

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POLICE SERGEANT

City of Shoreacres
Job Description

Job Title:               Police Sergeant

Department:         Police Department

Reports To:           Chief of Police

FLSA Status:        Non-Exempt

Prepared By:        Troy D. Harrison, Chief of Police

Prepared Date:     03/06/14

Approved By:       David K. Stall, CFM, City Administrator

Approved Date:    05/07/14

SUMMARY

The Police Sergeant is generally assigned as a first line supervisor of the Department. Receives general direction from the Police Chief. Exercises direct supervision of sworn and non-sworn personnel on any assigned shift. Perform investigation, patrol and administrative duties in support of the Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.      To supervise law enforcement activities during an assigned shift, including field supervision of Police Officers and Police Reserves. Provides the necessary guidance for the successful completion of tasks.

2.      Maintain discipline and insure that Department rules and policies are followed.  Assist officers in preparing reports for cases that are scheduled for trial proceeding; personally appear in court to present evidence and testimony. Confers with prosecutors and maintains contact with other law enforcement agencies as required.

3.      Assist officers in follow-up investigations and personally participate in investigations including the routine gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses, and apprehension of suspects.

4.      Participate in all normal shift activities as assigned including enforcing local and State laws, issuing citations, making arrest, and transporting prisoners, serve as a liaison with the City of La Porte jail and dispatch.

5.      Review reports submitted by officers.  Prepare reports of shift activity.  Prepare investigation reports. May performed booking procedures and record keeping of jail prisoners.

6.      Provides corrective feedback to assigned personnel and completes the required performance evaluations; maintains discipline, and recommends disciplinary actions.

7.      Ensures appropriate and timely training of subordinates; inspection of personnel, equipment and facilities to ensure compliance with the Department’s policies and procedures.

8.      Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders. Interview victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects.

9.      Take charge of any situation, public gathering or demonstration which is contrary to good order, peace or the law. This requirement shall apply both on and off duty.

10.   Respond to any emergency or incident of a serious nature (or when he is dispatched to the scene by the Officer in Charge) which may occur, and take command of the situation until relieved by an officer of superior rank.

11.   Respond to citizens’ inquiry and complaints.

12.   Analyze and synthesize a variety of data concerning Department activities; prepare reports and statistics, as needed. Conduct in-service training.

13.   May serve as Acting Police Chief in the Chief’s absence.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

General Knowledge of:

·       Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques, equipment, jail operations, police records and reports, and first aid techniques.

·       Department rules and regulations. Criminal law with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest, questioning and custody of persons charged with misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.

·       Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Ability to:

·       Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

·       Gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate and use facts and evidence.

·       Use and care for firearms.

·       Analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.

·       Administer first aid.

·       Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

·       Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory.

·       Interpret and apply laws and regulations.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

·       5 years of experience at the level of Police Officer and a High School Diploma or GED.

·       2 years of experience as a supervisor in a municipal police department.

·       Graduated from or ability to graduate from a recognized police management school.

 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

·       Possession of a valid Class “C” Texas Drivers License.   

·       Possession of a Peace Officer License and Intermediate Proficiency Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

  *Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

 *Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.

The City of Shoreacres does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance, please contact the City Secretary at (281) 471-2244 or through RELAY Texas at 1 (800) 735-2989 or mail your request to 601 Shoreacres Blvd., Shoreacres, Texas 77571.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.