Sergeant

Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems.

Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes and assigns work; monitors status of work activities; consults with assigned staff, assists with problem situations and provides technical expertise.

Enforces all applicable codes, ordinances, laws and regulations (including traffic, criminal and civil) in order to protect life and property, prevent crime and promote security.

Responds to calls relayed by dispatchers, including domestic disputes, abuse, assaults, rape, burglaries, thefts, fatalities, abduction, lost or missing persons, search/rescue operations, traffic accidents, property damage, alarms, bomb threats, natural disasters, public service duties, stranded motorists or other problem situations.

Operates a variety of standard and specialized machinery, equipment and tools associated with law enforcement which may include a police vehicle, bicycle, firearms, chemical weapons, tasers, radar/laser equipment, alcohol testing equipment, drug testing kits, processing kits, handcuffs, baton, flashlight, fire extinguisher, measuring devices, photographic equipment, tape recorder, radio/communications equipment, telephone, hand tools, desktop computers, laptop computers and general office equipment.

All other duties assigned.

Depending on the exact nature of this position, driving a vehicle is necessary for the purposes of either (a) making deliveries, (b) commuting from one job-related location to another, or transporting colleagues or customers between locations. The exact nature and parameters of the driving function are to be worked out with one's supervisor and documented as part of one's departmental operating procedures.

Knowledge of police and security practices and procedures.

Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.

Knowledge of criminal law and court procedures.

Knowledge of traffic control practices and procedures.

Knowledge of training practices and procedures.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Ability to analyze emergency situations and develop effective courses of action.

Ability to supervisor in changing environment.

Honest, Dependable, Professional Dedicated to the community and customer service.

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

Minimum of 5 years full-time experience working as a certified Police Officer within the State of Ohio.

Minimum of 1-year current, full-time continuous service as a Police Officer with the Owens State Community College.

OPOTA Certification