Patrol Sergeant

Patrol Sergeant

The Patrol Sergeant is responsible for the supervision of a specific shift as assigned by the Patrol Captain or their designee. As part of the management team the sergeant assists in planning, directing, coordinating, staff, and organizing operational resources to accomplish University goals and the department's mission of Community Caretaking.

Responsibilities

Patrol (45%)

• Patrols the campus by foot, bicycle and / or vehicle to maintain order, prevents crime and makes arrests as needed to ensure the prompt delivery of professional law enforcement and other services to the campus community.
• Responds to incidents within the campus jurisdiction along with officers and assumes control and protects the crime scene as needed.
• Assigns an officer(s) to respond to, investigate, and follow-up on incidents.
• Follows, enforces, and reports violations of all University, state and local policies, rules, laws and ordinances through the chain of command.
• Ensures notifications to the Chain of Command as policy indicates on all personnel matters, any major incidents, etc.
• In accordance with departmental policy, may assume temporary command of operations during emergencies until a higher-ranking officer arrives.
• Supervises events and other situations that occur on the assigned shift. This may include such tasks as crowd control, fire safety and ensuring proper security staffing.
• Reviews and evaluates quality and quantity of work performed.
• Prepares review and corrects criminal incident reports and logs on the assigned shift.
• Assesses incidents and requests back-up aid from the local police, fire department, and Princeton First Aid and Rescue as necessary according to established protocols.
• Carries department issued radio at all times and supervisor's cell phone when serving as the Officer in Charge.
• Identifies safety, lighting and other hazards in the Department's patrol areas. Ensures a prompt response and takes corrective action as needed to address health and safety hazards.
• Administers first aid and Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to injured people; transports ill / injured people to University Health Services, Princeton Medical Center, Helene Fuld, etc. as needed.
• Works closely with the Communications Center Manager to ensure strong dispatcher-officer collaboration.
• Monitors officer compliance with Departmental policies and procedures for incident and alarm response and all calls for service.
• Responsible for ensuring that subjects under arrest and protective custody are handled properly under the applicable laws and DPS policy.

Administration (30%)

Community Relations (10%)

Training (10%)

Other duties as assigned by the Lieutenant or above (5%)

Qualifications

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education / training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

40.00

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

Yes

Physical Capacity Exam Required

Yes

Valid Driver's License Required

Yes

Salary Range

$105,000 to $120,000