Sergeant

at  California State University

Job no: 543947
Work type: Staff
Location: Northridge
Categories: Unit 8 - SUPA - State University Police Association, Probationary, Full Time, Safety
Position Description
CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your personal goals be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent; meet pre-employment requirements including physical exam, psychological exam, drug test, and pass a comprehensive POST background investigation. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Equivalent to three years of active law enforcement experience, which would provide a reasonable expectation of success in this class. Six years of active law enforcement experience is preferred.
• Graduation from a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) academy with a Basic Course Certificate. California POST Intermediate certificate preferred.
• Completion of a POST Supervisory Program is desirable or must be completed within one year of appointment.
• Eligible to be a peace officer in the State of California.
• Valid California Driver’s License is required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement, emergency response, public safety, security methods, and criminal and special/sensitive investigations used in maintaining public safety. Comprehensive knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures; current criminal codes and laws including federal and state higher education law (i.e. Clery, VAWA, Title IX); and effective investigative techniques and procedures.
• Ability and specialized skills to work independently and make sound judgments; provide effective leadership, training, and direction to assigned personnel; supervise and evaluate employees effectively; and assist in developing department policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply specific campus rules and regulations; relate to and gain the confidence and cooperation of members of the academic community; deal tactfully and effectively with a wide range of people.
• Ability to act calmly and rationally in emergencies; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; and assist in the administration of a public safety program fairly and objectively; effective oral and written communication skills, including writing clear and comprehensive reports.

Under general supervision, the Sergeant performs all the functions and responsibilities of a police officer and police corporal, (including, but not limited to implementation of community policing concepts, traffic enforcement and education, parking citations, and arrests) and serves as shift supervisor under the direction of the Watch Commander (Commander of Patrol Operations) and is assigned primary responsibility as a working, first line supervisor.

• Responsible for ensuring that police officers under their supervision strictly adhere to the Mission, Vision, and Value Statements of the department. Additionally, since the Department of Police Services is an IACLEA-accredited law enforcement agency, strict adherence to the department’s policies and procedures is paramount.
• Fully versed in the Department’s community policing philosophies, as well as basic law enforcement and Incident Command System (ICS) principles to effectively lead their personnel.
• Provides critical incident oversight by taking charge at the scene of major crimes, fires, chemical hazards, and other incidents relating to public safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned
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