08.03 - Police Sergeant Job Description

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Adopted: 8/4/2009 City of Pequot Lakes Job Description Job Title: Police Sergeant Department: Police Department Supervisor: Chief of Police Positions Supervised: Patrol Personnel Position Summary: Performs responsible supervisory police work in directing patrol activities on an assigned shift, performing various administrative duties as assigned; and performs related duties as required or apparent. Works under the general and technical supervision of the Police Chief. Job Duties: 1. Supervisory Duties A. Supervises work of patrol personnel to ensure conformance with established standards of performance, accuracy of written reports and general operational effectiveness; recommends disciplinary action, evaluates personnel and processes grievances. B. Performs timekeeping, scheduling, temporary reassignment and related duties for all patrol personnel and shifts; evaluates the work of patrol personnel. C. Instructs subordinates in the proper use of police equipment; participates in training new personnel; provides technical guidance to subordinates. 2. Dailey Patrol Duties A. Patrols the community to enforce laws, detect and prevent crime, provide traffic control and protect life and property. B. Apprehends and arrests law violators, prepares written reports of crimes, and assists in the prosecution of law violators. C. Collects and preserves evidence and takes pictures of crime scenes. D. Enforces traffic laws, operates radar, and writes violations; enforces snowmobile and ATV laws within the jurisdiction of the department. E. Responds to accident and fire scenes; initiates investigations; administers first aid until more qualified personnel arrive on the scene; directs traffic flow; and assists with the transport of patients, if needed. F. Testifies in court as arresting officer. Job Description: Police Sergeant Page 1 of 3