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Title:Police Sergeant - Internal Applicants Only
FLSA status:Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary:This position is a pay grade 17. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Technical/Para-Professional
Department:Public Safety Services
Division:Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date:02/14/2024
Open Until Filled:Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement:Associates degree in a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Must hold intermediate peace officer certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Five years of law enforcement experience required. Must successfully pass SHSU Police Department Field Training program within department parameters. Must stay up-to-date with any continuing education, training, or recertification processes necessary to keep required license/certification valid.
Must be a current Sam Houston State University employee in order to be considered for this position.
Performs supervisory level work for the Sam Houston State University Police department. Performs regular patrols to prevent crime, suppress disturbances, arrest offenders, and give aid and information to all citizens as circumstances require. Enforces all University, State and local laws.
Primary Responsibilities:Plans, organizes, leads, directs, controls and assesses all regulatory activities in an assigned operational area. Checks for adherence to performance standards, personal appearance and conduct of subordinates. Performs evaluations of subordinates’ work. Assists in the recruitment, interviewing and pre-employment investigations of new personnel. Works with local law enforcement personnel, judges, district attorneys, colleges and other officials. Helps maintain good departmental image. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications:Thorough knowledge of and skills in the use of firearms, radar equipment, criminal investigation equipment, photographic equipment, radio equipment, alarm systems, defensive devices, telephone switchboards, typewriter, and emergency motor vehicles. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Exposure to outside weather conditions. May be required to work during night hours. Work involves a degree of hazard. Must have a pleasant, courteous disposition and express at all times the desire to render accurate and cheerful service. Has contacts with off campus agencies, state and local law enforcement agencies, vendors, and courts. Alertness and careful attention in the performance of duties is required to prevent injury to self and others. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Full Time Part Time:Full Time
Quicklink:https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38191
EEO Statement:Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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