Sergeant Job ID:

243318

Location:

Savannah State Recruiting Loc Full/Part Time:

Full Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular About Us Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from four colleges - Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment. Job Summary The Sergeant position is responsible for supervising police and security personnel of the shift. The Police Sergeant directs officers in policing and assists leadership in ensuring a safe campus environment. This position assigns duties to subordinates, directs, monitors, and evaluates the work of shift officers. The Police Sergeant conducts patrols, assists in investigations, and reviews reports. Responsibilities Coordination of CLERY Act Compliance Reviews, approves, and corrects daily reports Disseminates information to officers and staff Identifies and facilitates training for officers Attends meetings and training Stay up-to-date with on current training trends and case law Conducts quarter master duties and assign equipment and uniforms to all police department personnel Acts as the evidence custodian ensuring the university police department is in compliance with state law Assumes duties as acting division supervisor and or operational management in the absence of senior leadership Speaks at student organizations and orientation workshops Assists with criminal investigations and executes search & arrest warrants Assist in Managing 911 operations and manages communications officers ensuring the university police department is in GCIC compliance Oversee university camera system and provide support for judicial and investigative purposes Serve as the police department liaison for training and coordinate firearms training and provides legal updates regarding use of force Responds to any and all emergency situations Performs administrative duties to include but not limited to employee evaluations, disciplinary actions, roll call and monthly reports Responds to complaints, provides direction to the officers on scene and evaluate decisions Must be available for recall in emergency situations Ensure a safe environment for the entire Savannah State community Supervises personnel on assigned shift to assure adherence to Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Arrests violators as necessary Assigns duties to subordinates Performs regular inspections including: full vehicle inspections specifically ensuring all equipment is in working order, cleaning, and properly securing all equipment is accounted for and in its proper place Communicates information from senior officers Responds to calls for assistance from officers May be required to perform job related duties other than those specifically delineated in this position Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent Georgia POST certification Excellent customer service skills High professional standards Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information Valid Driver's license in good standing Preferred Qualifications Associates Degree from an accredited institution Law enforcement experience Military experience Apply Before Date For best consideration apply by August 2022. Position Open Until Filled. Contact Information For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at oneusgsupport@usg.edu . Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity Savannah State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Savannah State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Savannah State University, Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu . Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu . Special Applicant Instructions Please provide names, job title and contact information (email addresses and phone numbers) for at least three professional references. To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=243318&PostingSeq=1 jeid-b5d453e8c1567442bb5d478bc360296d