Job Information
City of Reno Police Sergeant in Reno, Nevada
POSITION: Police Sergeant
SCHEDULE: Full Time
LOCATION: Reno, NV
SALARY:
$118,227.20 - $150,883.20 Annually
CLOSING DATE:1/15/2025 9:00 AM Pacific* *
TO APPLY:
Direct Link -https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno/jobs/4696431/police-sergeant?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Careers Page -http://www.cityofreno.com
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SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, a Police Sergeant is responsible for supervisory police work of average difficulty, commanding or assisting in the command of a team or unit.
MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
The minimum qualifications of this position must be met by the date of examination
(January 28, 2025).
Education:Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Experience:Five years as a confirmed Police Officer in the Reno Police Department.
License:Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Conditions of Employment:
Candidates must be capable of meeting all physical requirements of the position at the time of promotion.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
Plan, coordinate, prioritize, assign, supervise, review, and participate in the work of personnel on an assigned shift or in an assigned unit.
Participate in administration of the department's budget, as well as grant allocations; submit recommendations; monitor expenditures; participate in other administrative functions as assigned.
Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established departmental and City policies and procedures; participate in the development of policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing policies and procedures.
Conduct periodic staff (personnel inspections) and equipment inspections.
Act as a liaison with other outside agencies, the community, and between management and subordinate personnel.
Contact and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders, disaster preparedness, training, and information systems and police program management.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the community.
Anticipate libelous situations; reduce or eliminate civil exposure.
Answer questions from the community concerning local and state laws, procedures, and activities of the department; participate in community meetings, and give presentations when necessary or assigned.
Train and evaluate assigned personnel; provide training, guidance, and counseling to assigned personnel; complete employee performance evaluations as required; promote career development of staff.
Participate in all normal shift activities as assigned, including enforcing local and state laws, issuing citations, making arrests, administering first aid; responding to hazardous materials incidents and complete necessary forms at the time of appointment.
Prepare regular and special reports.
Coordinate and supervise special programs or projects as assigned.
May be assigned a variety of administrative duties related to background and internal affairs investigations.
Supervise and assist subordinates in follow-up investigations, including the gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses, and apprehension of suspects.
Supervise and participate in the preparation of reports for various cases, including cases going to trial; prepare supplemental reports as required; appear in court to present evidence and testimony as required.
May coordinate the activities of sworn and civilian personnel in planning for and dealing with emergency and hazardous situations.
Other assigned activities by the Chief of Police, Assistant Chief, Captain or Police Lieutenant.
Enforces departmental and City pol