SERGEANT

Description

The Dougherty County Jail is hiring for a Sergeant. The purpose of this position is to train, supervise and assist others who protect the rights of citizens by enforcing federal, state, and local laws. Responsible for supervisory, operational, and administrative duties at the Sheriff's Department, Jail Facility, or Police Department.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings

Essential Tasks

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Performs basic law enforcement duties as required.
• Plans, coordinates and administers law enforcement training to new recruits; instructs new employees on local policies and procedures.
• Prepares daily activity sheets and issues duty assignments; responds to calls for assistance.
• Completes a variety of standard reports and forms.
• Conducts investigations and produces associated reports.
• May prepare, serve, and log a variety of civil and magistrate papers, such as warrants and subpoenas.
• May process arrest bookings.
• Responsible for teaching the Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T) and Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety (C.H.A.M.P.S) programs in schools.
• Develops and organizes crime prevention programs for adults and youth in order to meet specific group needs.
• Recruits and trains volunteers from both residential and commercial groups to support crime prevention activities.
• Responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring crime prevention programs.
• Researches grant availability for funding.
• Manages the administrative, supervision and operational functions of intake, classification and the release process of inmates.
• Manages the operational and administrative functions of inmates in the Jail Housing Unit.
• Executes the Jail’s daily schedule.
• May provide operational training for Jail personnel.
• Responsible for conducting general and specialized training (including but not limited to State Certification of Basic Jail Officers and in-service training by POST Council Rules).
• Manages all POST related training schedules; maintains reports and documentation.
• Maintains and updates existing training material and lesson plans to ensure accuracy related to current case law issues and acts.
• Manages and supervises warrants and civil processes.
• Maintains security in judicial and government buildings and the jail facility.
• Assist Shift Supervisor with shift patrol operations.
• Responsible for evaluating work, reviewing, and approving reports.
• Interprets policies and procedures to apply to law enforcement activities and situations.
• Prepares for and testifies in court.
• Interprets policies and procedures to apply to law enforcement activities and situations.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of law enforcement experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

o Sheriff’s Office (Dept. 3310) Requirement: Must be employed for a minimum of two (2) years of uninterrupted service with the Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office/Jail Facility and no disciplinary action resulting in suspension within the past twelve (12) months. Must have a total combined minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement experience.

o Jail Facility (Dept. 3326) Requirement: Must be employed for minimum of two (2) years of uninterrupted service with the Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office/Jail Facility and no disciplinary action resulting in suspension within the past twelve (12) months. Must have a total combined minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement experience. :

o General Requirements and Basic Jail Officer Certification. Position of Jail Special Investigator sergeant will require Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Mandate Certification.

Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:

o Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.

o Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.

o Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.

o Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.

o Traffic; Moving machinery.

o Electrical shock; Heights.

o Radiation; Disease/pathogens.

o Toxic/caustic chemicals; Explosives; Violence.

o Other extreme hazards not listed above.

Special Certifications And Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• General Requirements, Basic Jail Officer Certification and/or Georgia Peace Officer Certification.

o Sheriff’s Office (Dept. 3310) Requirement: General Requirements and Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Mandate Certification. Position of Training Sergeant will require successful completion of several POST specialized instructor courses; candidates must be a certified general instructor with the GA POST Council Rules with two years instructor experience in a classroom setting.

o Jail Facility (Dept. 3326) Requirement: General Requirements, Basic Georgia Jail Officer Certification must be fulfilled within six months of appointment.

PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER’S LICENSE, DEGREE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S). RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Supplemental Information

Application Deadline: Beginning Friday, March 28, 2025 through Friday, April 11, 2025.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005.

DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.

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