Police Sergeant

DEFINITION

Under direction, to supervise and participate in the work of a small group of police officers engaged in general patrol activities on an assigned shift; and to do related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Supervises and participates in the work of a group of officers assigned to patrol duties within designated districts; checks condition of police equipment and appearance of officers; follows up on non-routine calls and assists and instructs officers in the handling of difficult problems; reviews accident reports and instructs officers on proper reporting procedures; analyzes traffic and accident data and recommends preventive actions; receives information or complaints at the station or by radio; discusses complaints or problems with citizens and others; conducts and participates in training courses on the work of the department; prepares regular and special reports; may relieve superior officer in his absence or as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  Knowledge of police department organization, policies and regulations; knowledge of the fundamentals of police work including traffic control and crime prevention; knowledge of criminal investigations methods, the rules of evidence, laws of arrest, and court procedures; ability to supervise the work of others and to maintain discipline and morale; ability to think clearly and act effectively in emergency situations; ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and to draw sound conclusions; ability to prepare clear and accurate reports; ability to get along well with the public.
 
Education and Experience: AA/AS degree or 60 units from an accredited college or university or Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certificate at the time of appointment. Possession of P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate and completion of P.O.S.T. Supervisory requirements within probationary period. Four years of full-time sworn police experience, the last one with the Hermosa Beach Police Department.
 
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid during the course of employment.

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