What are the responsibilities and job description for the SERGEANT position at VIRGINIA HEALTH SCIENCES?
Title: SERGEANT
Agency: VIRGINIA HEALTH SCIENCES
Location: Norfolk, VA
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Job Description:
Supervise and assist subordinate officers/investigators in the performance of their duties. Provide critical first line supervisory presence for a shift of uniformed patrol officers ensuring jurisdictional patrol to prevent, detect and investigate criminal acts, or shifts of detectives providing critical investigative services including case management.
Advanced knowledge of and skill in modern police practices and methods.
Ability to learn state statutes, motor vehicle statutes, city ordinances and ODU regulations.
Ability to obtain police officer certification as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services within one year of hire.
Must possess the demonstrated ability to enforce the law equally amongst all persons.
Must have excellent leadership qualities, and ability to manage
program components as well as supervise subordinates.
Must possess ability to train subordinates, organize assets, and possess superior communication skills, especially writing skills.
Ability to evaluate subordinate work products and take corrective action where necessary.
Ability to plan, organize and direct law enforcement operations.
Ability to pass an extensive background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications:Ability to learn state statutes, motor vehicle statutes, city ordinances and ODU regulations.
Ability to obtain police officer certification as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services within one year of hire.
Must possess the demonstrated ability to enforce the law equally amongst all persons.
Must have excellent leadership qualities, and ability to manage
program components as well as supervise subordinates.
Must possess ability to train subordinates, organize assets, and possess superior communication skills, especially writing skills.
Ability to evaluate subordinate work products and take corrective action where necessary.
Ability to plan, organize and direct law enforcement operations.
Ability to pass an extensive background investigation.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
