What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Sergeant position at City of Reno, NV?
Description
This is an internal promotional opportunity for current City of Reno Police Officers who meet the minimum qualifications.
Under general supervision, a Police Sergeant is responsible for supervisory police work of average difficulty, commanding or assisting in the command of a team or unit.
The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.
- Note: The salary and benefits associated with this position are subject to change at any time.
Examples of Essential Functions
- Plan, coordinate, prioritize, assign, supervise, review, and participate in the work of personnel on an assigned shift or in an assigned unit.
- Participate in administration of the department's budget, as well as grant allocations; submit recommendations; monitor expenditures; participate in other administrative functions as assigned.
- Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established departmental and City policies and procedures; participate in the development of policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing policies and procedures.
- Conduct periodic staff (personnel inspections) and equipment inspections.
- Act as a liaison with other outside agencies, the community, and between management and subordinate personnel.
- Contact and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders, disaster preparedness, training, and information systems and police program management.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the community.
- Anticipate libelous situations; reduce or eliminate civil exposure.
- Answer questions from the community concerning local and state laws, procedures, and activities of the department; participate in community meetings, and give presentations when necessary or assigned.
- Train and evaluate assigned personnel; provide training, guidance, and counseling to assigned personnel; complete employee performance evaluations as required; promote career development of staff.
- Participate in all normal shift activities as assigned, including enforcing local and state laws, issuing citations, making arrests, administering first aid; responding to hazardous materials incidents and complete necessary forms.
- Prepare regular and special reports.
- Coordinate and supervise special programs or projects as assigned.
- May be assigned a variety of administrative duties related to background and internal affairs investigations.
- Supervise and assist subordinates in follow-up investigations, including the gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses, and apprehension of suspects.
- 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.
- May coordinate the activities of sworn and civilian personnel in planning for and dealing with emergency and hazardous situations.
- Other assigned activities by the Chief of Police, Deputy Chief, Commander or Police Lieutenant.
- Enforces departmental and City policies and procedures within scope of authority.
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications of this position must be met by the date of examination (January 9, 2024).
Education: Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Experience: Five years as a confirmed Police Officer in the Reno Police Department.
License: Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information
To apply:
Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by December 20, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or 5th floor Civil Service Offices, any locations of Nevada Job Connect or any local library or educational facility.
If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.
POLICE SERGEANT APPLICATION PREPARATION:
Applicants should prepare their application completely in a professional manner. Applications must show a clear and progressive work history with correct employment dates and a brief description of the tasks performed. Include academic experience which should demonstrate courses of study, verifiable university/college credits successfully completed or degrees earned, and provide supervisory and law enforcement training relative to this position. You may attach a resume (but not in lieu of a fully completed application).
Note: A maximum of one (1) bonus point will be added to the final passing grade for candidates who attach the required documentation to their application as follows:
1/4 point for Intermediate P.O.S.T.
1/4 point for Advanced P.O.S.T.
1/4 point for Associate's Degree*
1/2 point for Bachelor's Degree
Copies of certificates and/or degrees are required to be scanned or photographed and attached to your online application and submitted by the close of the recruitment (December 20, 2023 by 4:30 p.m. PT), to be eligible to receive the bonus credit.
EXAMINATION PROCESS:
Tentative written examination and assessment center dates:
The written test is scheduled for January 9, 2024. (Weight = 20% of final grade)
Note: The 14 highest scoring candidates resulting from and passing the written examination will progress to the assessment center. Tied scores resulting in more than one candidate ranking in the 14th position will be re-ranked according to department seniority.
Assessment exercises are tentatively scheduled for the week of January 29, 2024. (Weight = 80% of final grade)
The scores of all assessment center exercises will be averaged together to create the candidates final score for the assessment center. Candidates must achieve an average final score of 70% or greater in order to pass the assessment center. A passing score is required on the assessment center in order to obtain a passing final grade for the entire examination process.
NOTIFICATION:
Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability and will be requesting an accommodation, that request must be made to the Chief Examiner no later than the closing date of this announcement.
CONTACT AND DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION:
Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of all contact phone, email and mailing changes. Rule XV, Section 2.
EMPLOYEE/VETERAN PREFERENCE (In the Event of Tie Scores):
On promotional examinations, in the event of tie scores resulting from final rating, including seniority points, an employee will be awarded veteran's preference and provided a rank preference if one (1) of the eligibles has submitted proof of honorable discharge from the military service. In the case where two (2) or more of the eligibles who have received the same score and have been awarded veteran's preference, the ranking shall be determined by a random assignment by computer. A candidate who desires to claim veteran's preference must, at the time of application, submit documentation of honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at the time of application.
SENIORITY POINTS:
Credit shall be given to allow seniority credit to be given on examination scores for length of continuous employment for those employees hired from an eligible list. Lines of progression shall be determined by Civil Service employment progression charts. Credit shall be computed by adding to a passing score as follows:
For each full year of continuous service completed up to a maximum of ten (10) years
....0.2 points per year. Rule VIII - Promotion, Section 9. Seniority Credit.
APPOINTMENT & CERTIFICATION:
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The current certification rule in effect at the time a request is received by the Civil Service Commission will be used to refer names. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
As the final step in the selection process, newly promoted employees serve a probationary period of fixed duration to show their ability to perform the work.
HEALTH & SAFETY STATEMENT:
The health and well-being of our employees, our families, and the community we serve is of the utmost importance to the City. Please be aware that many roles at the City of Reno include interacting with members of the public, including close contact with vulnerable individuals. The City of Reno has implemented numerous strategies to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and other contagious diseases. Vaccination is recognized as an effective method for reducing the likelihood of infection, and limiting the severity of disease. While we have lifted the vaccination requirement for new employees, the City of Reno encourages all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes boosters recommended by the CDC.
QUESTIONS/UPDATES:
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223.
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.
2024 Sergeant Reading List
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking, Malcolm Gladwell, 2005.
Leading from the Middle, Scott Mautz, 2021
PDF - Cops P333 Publication: Procedural Justice for Law Enforcement: An Overview, by Laura Kunard and Charlene Moe
The Rights of Law Enforcement Officers, 8th edition – by Will Atchison (Chapters 5, 7 & 8 Only).
City of Reno and Reno Police Protective Association Labor Agreement, 2022-2024
The Reno Police Department’s PTO Basic Manual (pages 1 – 34 only)
Reno Police Department Training Bulletins-see list of 16 TB
Reno Police Department General Orders-see list of 49 G.O.s
Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by December 20, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or 5th floor Civil Service Offices, any locations of Nevada Job Connect or any local library or educational facility.
If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.
POLICE SERGEANT APPLICATION PREPARATION:
Applicants should prepare their application completely in a professional manner. Applications must show a clear and progressive work history with correct employment dates and a brief description of the tasks performed. Include academic experience which should demonstrate courses of study, verifiable university/college credits successfully completed or degrees earned, and provide supervisory and law enforcement training relative to this position. You may attach a resume (but not in lieu of a fully completed application).
Note: A maximum of one (1) bonus point will be added to the final passing grade for candidates who attach the required documentation to their application as follows:
1/4 point for Intermediate P.O.S.T.
1/4 point for Advanced P.O.S.T.
1/4 point for Associate's Degree*
1/2 point for Bachelor's Degree
- A maximum of 1/2 point will be awarded for degree attainment.
Copies of certificates and/or degrees are required to be scanned or photographed and attached to your online application and submitted by the close of the recruitment (December 20, 2023 by 4:30 p.m. PT), to be eligible to receive the bonus credit.
EXAMINATION PROCESS:
Tentative written examination and assessment center dates:
The written test is scheduled for January 9, 2024. (Weight = 20% of final grade)
Note: The 14 highest scoring candidates resulting from and passing the written examination will progress to the assessment center. Tied scores resulting in more than one candidate ranking in the 14th position will be re-ranked according to department seniority.
Assessment exercises are tentatively scheduled for the week of January 29, 2024. (Weight = 80% of final grade)
The scores of all assessment center exercises will be averaged together to create the candidates final score for the assessment center. Candidates must achieve an average final score of 70% or greater in order to pass the assessment center. A passing score is required on the assessment center in order to obtain a passing final grade for the entire examination process.
NOTIFICATION:
Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability and will be requesting an accommodation, that request must be made to the Chief Examiner no later than the closing date of this announcement.
CONTACT AND DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION:
Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of all contact phone, email and mailing changes. Rule XV, Section 2.
EMPLOYEE/VETERAN PREFERENCE (In the Event of Tie Scores):
On promotional examinations, in the event of tie scores resulting from final rating, including seniority points, an employee will be awarded veteran's preference and provided a rank preference if one (1) of the eligibles has submitted proof of honorable discharge from the military service. In the case where two (2) or more of the eligibles who have received the same score and have been awarded veteran's preference, the ranking shall be determined by a random assignment by computer. A candidate who desires to claim veteran's preference must, at the time of application, submit documentation of honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at the time of application.
SENIORITY POINTS:
Credit shall be given to allow seniority credit to be given on examination scores for length of continuous employment for those employees hired from an eligible list. Lines of progression shall be determined by Civil Service employment progression charts. Credit shall be computed by adding to a passing score as follows:
For each full year of continuous service completed up to a maximum of ten (10) years
....0.2 points per year. Rule VIII - Promotion, Section 9. Seniority Credit.
APPOINTMENT & CERTIFICATION:
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The current certification rule in effect at the time a request is received by the Civil Service Commission will be used to refer names. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
As the final step in the selection process, newly promoted employees serve a probationary period of fixed duration to show their ability to perform the work.
HEALTH & SAFETY STATEMENT:
The health and well-being of our employees, our families, and the community we serve is of the utmost importance to the City. Please be aware that many roles at the City of Reno include interacting with members of the public, including close contact with vulnerable individuals. The City of Reno has implemented numerous strategies to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and other contagious diseases. Vaccination is recognized as an effective method for reducing the likelihood of infection, and limiting the severity of disease. While we have lifted the vaccination requirement for new employees, the City of Reno encourages all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes boosters recommended by the CDC.
QUESTIONS/UPDATES:
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223.
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.
2024 Sergeant Reading List
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking, Malcolm Gladwell, 2005.
Leading from the Middle, Scott Mautz, 2021
PDF - Cops P333 Publication: Procedural Justice for Law Enforcement: An Overview, by Laura Kunard and Charlene Moe
The Rights of Law Enforcement Officers, 8th edition – by Will Atchison (Chapters 5, 7 & 8 Only).
City of Reno and Reno Police Protective Association Labor Agreement, 2022-2024
The Reno Police Department’s PTO Basic Manual (pages 1 – 34 only)
Reno Police Department Training Bulletins-see list of 16 TB
Reno Police Department General Orders-see list of 49 G.O.s
List of Training Bulletins
Authorized Firearms and Accessories List Training Bulletin
Firearms Proficiency Training Bulletin
Covid-19 PPE Training Bulletin
Handle with Care Training Bulletin
Death or Injury Notifications TB
List of Approved Mobile Applications Training Bulletin
Delayed Arrests Training Bulletin
Portable Event Recording Device Program Training Bulletin
Employee Involved Shootings Checklist T.B
Retirement Separation Training Bulletin Draft
Enforcement of Sitting, Lying and Camping Ordinances Training Bulletin final
Ride-Along Application Form V2.0
EPCO Training Bulletin
RPD Media Release Guidelines S-180
Field Interviews TB
Sale of Firearms Training Bulletin
List of General Orders
D-110-04 Crime Scene Investigation
E-600-18 Employee Parking
E-010-09 Organization and Direction
E-700-19 Social Media
E-100-18- Release of and Access to Police Records
P-130-05 Child Custody Disputes
E-105-17 Report Process and Review
P-180-17 Domestic Violence Investigations
E-120-18 Employee Recognition
P-195-18 Emergency Response to Critical Incident Signatures
E-130-18 Digital Records & Evidence
P-220-04 Hate Crimes
E-160-04 Electronic Communication
P-270-04 Transport of Injured or Sick
E-170-04 Employee Involved Shootings
P-280-17 Citations
E-205-05 Code of Appearance
P-290-04 Missing Person
E-210-05 Investigation of Employees
P-310-05 Patrol Deployment
E-230-05 Outside Employment
P-325-20 Suicidal Subjects
E-240-17 Employee Evaluations
P-350-17 Ride-Along Program
E-260-04 Resignation, Termination, and Separation
P-372-05 Vehicle Pursuits_Vehicle Blocking Techniques
E-280-18 Special Assignments
P-400-20 Use of Force
E-290-05 Subpoenas and Court Notifications
P-405-17 Conducted Electrical Weapons
E-330-04 Workers' Compensation
P-410-05 Vehicle Impounds
E-350-05 Personnel Early Intervention System
P-415-20 Testing
E-500-18 Personnel Files
P-500-18 Body Worn Cameras
E-510-18 Watch Logs
P-510-20 Recording of Custodial Interrogation
P-600-19 Witness Identification of Suspects
S-130-18 SWAT
P-620-21 Custodial Interrogations
S-190 Evidence and Property final
P-625-21 Hazardous Suspicious or Unknown Substances
T-420-22 Persons Suffering from Behavioral Health Issues
S-100-04 Respiratory Protection
T-425-20 Peer Support Program
S-110-05 Community Service Officer
T-450-17 Impartial Policing
S-125-18 CINT
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