Police Sergeant jobs in Dayton, OH

The goal is to achieve community safety and crime reduction.

Responsibilities

• Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
• Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people / property
• Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
• Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
• Follow rules, guidelines and protocols
• Conduct initial investigations
• Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
• Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
• Deal with case paperwork and administrative procedures
• Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
• Coordinate operations with other emergency services
• Attend and provide evidence in court

Requirements

• Proven working experience in law enforcement
• Proficiency in using police equipment
• Excellent knowledge of standard operating procedures, judicial procedures, civil and constitutional laws
• Working knowledge of interrogation techniques and scene management
• Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices
• Adequate interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Sound judgement along with effective decision making skills
• Conflict resolutions and problem solving skills
• Responsibility, dependability, honesty and integrity
• Willing to submit to extensive medical and criminal background checks
• Valid driving licence
• High school degree; BS degree in police science or related field is desirable

Last updated : 2024-04-03