Patrol Sergeant, City of Cayce
Under the general supervision of a Patrol Lieutenant. This Class is to supervise law enforcement personnel assigned to a shift, unit, and/or division. Ensures the strict enforcement and compliance with all applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and standards relating to law enforcement and welfare of personnel. Performs related law enforcement, supervisory, and administrative work as required. Performs related professional and administrative work in the direction of law enforcement, crime prevention, and department training as required. Works under stressful, high risk conditions.
Provides leadership to subordinates on assigned shift, and assist in ensuring division compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety. Performs all administrative and operational functions of the Patrol Lieutenant, in the absence of the Patrol Lieutenant. Assumes supervision and control of all personnel in matters of patrol, policy, training, reporting, etc.; in the absence of the Patrol Lieutenant. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice
Participates in in-service, firearms and range training as needed. Takes necessary steps to ensure the well-being of subordinate employees. Reviews all reports, logs, and other paperwork received from subordinate officers to ensure completion, accuracy, and conformance with regulations. Inspects subordinates’ equipment and uniforms for proper condition. Assists in supervising and performs general law enforcement duties as necessary, including but not limited to patrolling assigned areas of the City, responding to public calls for assistance, maintaining order and public safety.
Requires an Associate’s Degree and three years of experience in law enforcement with at least one year of supervisory experience, or, five years of experience in law enforcement with at least one year of supervisory experience. Must have successfully completed required law enforcement courses and possess required certification(s). An advanced level of interpersonal skills necessary in order to provide effective leadership to subordinate personnel as well as to develop cooperative working relationships with employees, senior management, elected officials.
Analytical abilities necessary to make sound, logical decisions quickly and sound judgment is required to act in the best interest of citizens and jurisdiction. Analytical ability to plan work schedules and evaluate work performances. License and certifications: Valid South Carolina Driver’s license Must have completed the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Class 1 Management and supervisory techniques, and training are desirable.
$54,154.00 - $65,810.00
Please visit the City of Cayce's website at https://Caycesc.gov for more details and apply online.