08.03 - Police Sergeant Job Description

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Adopted: 8/4/2009 G. Transports prisons and suspects for intoxilyzer test administration, interrogation, and/or booking and incarceration. Administers preliminary breath test for DWI. H. Responds to domestic and bar disputes, and to complaints from citizens of crimes committed, lost or stolen property, and other law enforcement or public safety concerns. 3. Community Orientated Policing A. Assists other agencies such as the county, area communities, and the State Highway Patrol as needed. B. Removes hazards in roadways and on sidewalks and places barricades as needed. C. Reports matters requiring attention of maintenance department. D. Periodically checks the security of business establishments and vacant residences. E. Resolves and mediates disputes in citizens' homes, places of business or other public gathering places. F. Prepares necessary reports, logs, and other forms and correspondence as required. G. Answers citizens' requests for information including directions, regulations, ordinances, and where to obtain additional information. 4. Additional Duties A. Operates and assists in maintaining all equipment and vehicles used by the department. B. Keeps firearms clean and operating and maintains proficiency in firearm use, self - defense, and first aid. `-' C. Performs other duties when assigned or when necessary. Reauired Knowledie, Skills, AND Abilities: • Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of police personnel supervision. • Considerable knowledge of department policies, rules, regulations, and of controlling laws, ordinances, and court decisions, or the ability to acquire such knowledge in a relatively short period of time. • Considerable knowledge of the geography of the City and local area and of buildings and areas requiring special attention, or the ability to acquire such knowledge in a relatively short period of time. • Considerable skill in handling and discharging firearms in an efficient and safe manner. • Considerable skill to expertly drive a motor vehicle under any condition. • Considerable ability to analyze situations and determine appropriate action. • Considerable ability to respond quickly and appropriately to crisis and emergency situations. • Considerable ability to apply laws to specific incidents. • Considerable ability to deal tactfully but firmly with offenders, suspects, witnesses; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, enforcement agency representatives and the general public. • Considerable ability to see, hear, and remember people, evidence, facts, and circumstances. `1 • Considerable ability to communicate effectively with others and maintain strict Job Description: Police Sergeant Page 2 of 3