Sergeant Salary in District of Columbia

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How much does a Sergeant make in District of Columbia? The average Sergeant salary in District of Columbia is $94,396 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $77,059 and $105,405. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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What is a Sergeant?

Sergeant (/ËˆsÉ‘Ë(r)dÊ’É™nt/ SARJ-É™nt; abbreviated to Sgt and capitalized when used as a named person's title) is a rank in many uniformed organizations, principally military and policing forces. The alternate spelling, "serjeant", is used in The Rifles and other units that draw their heritage from the British Light Infantry. Its origin is the Latin "serviens", "one who serves", through the French term "sergent". The term "Sergeant" refers to a non-commissioned officer placed above the rank of a corporal and a police officer immediately below a lieutenant or, in the UK Police forces, below ...

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC	Avg. Salary $94,396	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Parcel Return Service, DC	Avg. Salary $94,396	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Washington, DC	Avg. Salary $94,396	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC	Avg. Salary $94,396	Date Updated March 26, 2024

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Patrol Sergeant

City of Rockdale - Killeen , TX

The Rockdale Police Department is seeking a dynamic Police Sergeant to assume command of patrol operations in the absence of command staff, supervise police officers, and department employees in the ...

ZipRecruiter - 17 days ago

Public Safety Sergeant (North Hills)

Kane Realty Corporation - Raleigh , NC

Public Safety Sergeant Kane Realty Corporation in Raleigh, NC is looking to hire a full-time Public Safety Sergeant . Do you have excellent customer service and public relations skills? Are you ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 57 days ago

Sergeant-PSFTY

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA - Edmond , OK

Sergeant-PSFTY - 999127 Position Overview: First-line supervision, planning, and assigning the activities of personnel on a shift who are engaged in patrol duty, or administrative duties. Responsible ...

Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 22 days ago

Police Sergeant

Allied Universal® - Winston-Salem , NC

Job Description Sworn Police Officer - Sergeant Full Time Multiple Shifts and locations Starting Pay Rate: $ 22. 50 per hour We are looking for highly motivated applicants that have the education ...

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Tribal Police Sergeant

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Ind - Dowagiac , MI

This position may be assigned as a Training Sergeant which includes the additional duties: * This assignment requires being Certified as a FLETC/MCOLES/ILEA Instructor; must be willing to attain ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 16 days ago

Sergeant (Delta Shift)

County of Oconee - Walhalla , SC

Description: Job posted until filled. Entry salary is $52,554. Must be Class 2 certified and have 3 years experience. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to ensure operational ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 64 days ago

What does a Sergeant do?

Common responsibilities of a Sergeant

Performs crisis intervention functions to include, but not limited to, subduing or restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods.

December 25, 2022

Demonstrated administrative skills, including knowledge of labor law, civil and other liability issues, organizational behavior, motivation, evaluation and disciplinary action.

January 13, 2023

Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include but not limited to, CPR, first aid, apprehension of escaping or escaped inmates, implementation of evacuation procedures, provides security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation.

January 28, 2023

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school and completion of an approved correctional officer training program.

January 30, 2023

Review officer reports, provide feedback, and directs the officers to conduct follow up investigation(s) as necessary in order to determine what occurred, to obtain all relevant information based on the incident, and to identify the individuals involved.

April 13, 2023

Supervises specialized teams and services including Airport Law Enforcement, Field Training Officers, and related assignments.

May 04, 2023

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About District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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