Police Sergeant

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION TITLE:

Police Sergeant with the Department of Public Safety

POSITION LOCATION:
The Police Sergeant position is based in Saint Paul Island, Alaska.

POSITION CLASSIFICATION:
Exempt, Contractual, Full-Time, Hours May Vary.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Police Sergeant serves as an all-hazards emergency first responder. The Police Sergeant works in
coordination with Village Public Safety Officers and is involved in field patrol, investigations, crime prevention,
community relations, emergency medical services, search and rescue, and related services and activities; assumes
responsibility for assigned special programs, projects or activities; coordinates activities with other agencies; and
performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

The Police Sergeant works under the direct supervision of the City Manager. This is considered a mid-level
position where work is performed according to established policies, procedures, and/or protocols.

The position involves frequent contact with Village Public Safety Officers, Alaska State Troopers, City
employees and the general public. This position must present a professional look and wear Department issued
uniform.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Assist and work in coordination with the Village Public Safety Officers assigned to the community.
2. Maintains criminal and case records, and property and evidence room.
3. Recommend and assist the City Manager in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved

policies and procedures.
4. Establish schedules and methods for providing law enforcement, crime prevention, services; identify resource

needs; review needs with the City Manager; allocate resources accordingly.
5. Participate in the selection of Village Public Safety Officers.
6. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field

of law enforcement and crime prevention.
7. Respond to citizen complaints and inquiries in a tactful manner.
8. Perform all duties of a Police Officer.
9. Responds to and provides emergency medical services.
10. Prepare, process, and maintain a variety of written reports and records pertaining to assigned activities

including daily activity reports.
11. Develop and maintain service data and prepare for analysis and reporting to the City Manager and City

Council.
12. Conduct a continuing review of assigned activities to identify problems and develop recommendations for

improving services.
13. Interpret, convey, and ensure implementation of Department policies, procedures, and methods; ensure that

personnel have clear guidelines of authority and responsibility.
14. Respond to major crimes, accident scenes, and emergencies; assume initial command; establish field

command posts and implement the Incident Command System; may act as incident commander until such
time as a higher-ranking person assumes command.

15. Represent the Department to other City departments, City Council, and outside agencies.
16. Supervise and participate in the preparation of reports for various cases including cases going to trial; prepare

supplemental reports as required; appear in court to present evidence and testimony as required.
17. Enforce the laws of the State of Alaska, City of Saint Paul Ordinances and Aleut Community of Saint Paul

Tribal Ordinances.
18. Perform other duties as assigned by the City Manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must have a high school diploma or GED.
2. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
3. Must hold a valid Alaska driver's license or have the ability to acquire one within 30 days of hire. Must have

a clean driving record.
4. Must have 5 years of experience working as a sworn Police Officer, including two years of supervisory

responsibility.
5. Knowledge of with a health and wellness-based approach to community safety.
6. Knowledge with de-escalation strategies required and restorative practices.
7. Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement program.

Functions and objectives of the police department and other local, tribal, state and federal agencies.
8. Knowledge of law enforcement theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of

services and programs.
9. Knowledge of methods and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime

prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records
management, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention.

10. Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws governing the
apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses.

11. Knowledge of rules of evidence pertaining to search, seizure, and preservation.
12. Knowledge of techniques and applications of self-defense and proper use of force.
13. Knowledge of operational characteristics of police equipment, vehicles, and tools including firearms. Use of

firearms and other modern police equipment.
14. Knowledge of methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects.
15. Knowledge of standard broadcasting procedures for emergency radio systems.
16. Knowledge of principles and applications of public relations.
17. Knowledge of principles and practices of data collection and analysis.
18. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
19. Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
20. Ability to understand and interpret technical information.
21. Possess Alaska Intermediate or Advance Law Enforcement Certificate or have the ability to obtain within one

(1) year of hire.
22. Possess intermediate level or higher computer skills.
23. Possess FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
24. Possess Emergency Trauma Technician Certificate or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
25. Possess SARTECH II Certificate or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
26. Must submit to a criminal and financial background check and be free of any disqualifying convictions or

activities.
27. Must abide by the City of Saint Paul’s alcohol and drug free workplace policies and submit to a pre-

employment drug and alcohol test.
28. Other combinations of education and experience that could provide the competencies, knowledge, skills and

abilities listed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice or related field.
2. Experience in rural Alaska, off the road system.
3. Forensic Interview Certificate.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This is a salaried position beginning at $$99,548.80 to $129,396.80 per year with a $4,000 hiring bonus,
depending on education, experience, and skills. Full benefits including enrollment in the Alaska Public
Employees Retirement System and Supplemental Benefits System, medical insurance, annual leave, sick leave,
subsidized housing, moving expense assistance and other benefits as may be negotiated with the City Manager
and standard City of Saint Paul benefits per City ordinance.

RELOCATION AND HOUSING:
A relocation allowance will be provided. Airfare to Saint Paul Island will be provided. Housing accommodations
will be made available. Rent is $500.00 per month plus utilities (electric, water, sewer, refuse, home heating fuel
and taxes).

DEADLINE:
This position is open until filled. Apply at the City of Saint Paul during normal business hours by completing a
resume and Application for Employment or by requesting and completing a resume and Application for
Employment electronically. Applicants with incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. For
an Application for Employment, Job Description, or more information contact Human Resources at
hr@stpaulak.com or at

Posted December 20, 2024