Sergeant Position at Stanford University Department of Public Safety Sergeants are first-line supervisors responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and performance of personnel who work in a variety of department units including: patrol, investigations, special events, records, parking and traffic, and administration. Supervisory duties include but are not limited to: carrying out and overseeing general law enforcement/public safety functions; setting goals and objectives for the unit; contributing to the fulfillment of objectives; motivating and developing personnel; ensuring that personnel meet performance expectations; providing documentation of performance; and implementing strategies that enhance department operations. Sergeants are expected to work closely and collaboratively with their peers within the department to effectively coordinate the day-to-day operations of the various units as well as the department. Sergeants must maintain proficiency and exercise the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform basic law enforcement functions as well as directly supervise personnel assigned to their work group. Required knowledge includes, but is not limited to: pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and preservation of evidence; techniques and applications of self-defense and proper use of force; use, operation, and maintenance of police equipment, vehicles, and tools; department policies and procedures; and institutional policies and procedures (such as the Administrative Guide).In addition to their supervisory responsibilities, Sergeants are expected to perform the same basic job duties as line personnel, including investigating crimes and arresting individuals, issuing citations, and participating in community outreach activities. Sergeants must balance their administrative responsibilities with in-field supervision, spending considerable time working in the field and directly with the staff in their assigned unit. SUDPS personnel are considered "essential" or "required" University personnel and shall respond to campus when directed to do so, even with little advance notice. Sergeants are integral to the department's overall emergency response efforts. Absent a higher-ranking sworn SUDPS member, assuring shift operational efficiency is the primary responsibility of a Sergeant. Work is performed primarily on-site; the position is subject to shift work including day, swing, and night shifts. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Establish and document individual and group performance objectives for sworn and non-sworn personnel assigned to the unit. Provide guidance, support, and discipline of personnel. Ensure that department personnel conduct themselves in accordance with the law and meet behavior expectations set forth by department General Orders and the university Administrative Guide. Supervise and direct the operations of unit personnel (sworn and non-sworn), including part-time Special Events Patrol staff and other non-sworn support roles used to staff large campus events. Prepare a daily operations plan and conduct a daily briefing to review directives, issues, and current events. Investigate employee complaints and infractions of rules and regulations, and recommend appropriate action, following the disciplinary and procedural framework applicable to SUDPS personnel Participate in the selection and hiring of department personnel. Coordinate the Field Training program for recruit officers. Respond to all serious incidents and crimes occurring during the shift; recognize incidents that fall under the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office's retained jurisdiction (e.g., homicide, kidnapping/hostage situations) and coordinate proper transfer of responsibility. Conduct a variety of criminal and special investigations and effectively document information. Identify current campus trends and modify objectives and enforcement based on community needs. Implement the Incident Command System during a major incident, including large planned events and demonstrations. Support the department's Clery Act compliance obligations, including timely-warning and emergency-notification decisions, accurate classification of reportable crimes, and maintenance of the daily crime log. Coordinate with the University's Title IX office on cases involving sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, or stalking, recognizing that these matters often proceed on parallel criminal and administrative tracks. Coordinate with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), the Behavioral Intervention Team, or other student-support offices on welfare checks and student mental-health crises, distinguishing these from criminal matters where appropriate. Coordinate with Environmental Health & Safety and relevant research offices on incidents involving laboratory hazards, controlled substances, or other research-security concerns. Plan for and command department response to demonstrations, protests, and controversial-speaker events, balancing safety with the University's commitment to freedom of expression. Coordinate with adjacent and overlapping agencies (Palo Alto PD, Santa Clara County, CHP) as needed given the campus's location and mixed jurisdictional boundaries. Utilize effective time management techniques. Provide guidance to line personnel to develop plans and programs addressing campus concerns and promoting subordinates' career development. Identify and propose solutions to improve business operations and address identified problems. Interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations. Think clearly and act quickly in a variety of situations. Engage tactfully and courteously with the public and law enforcement personnel; maintain contact and preserve good relations with the public. Represent the department and university at meetings and conferences. Respond to critical situations, even when off-duty, and sometimes with little advance notice. Work irregular and on-call hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Weekend, shift, and holiday work is required. Other duties, as assigned. Successful candidates for the position of Sergeant must possess the following qualifications and/or skills: Principles of organizational dynamics, supervision, training, and progressive discipline. Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances including those pertaining to search and seizure, rules of evidence, interviewing of suspects, court procedure, criminal law, laws of arrest, and laws governing the care, custody, and control of prisoners. Investigative procedures, methods, and techniques, including preserving crime scenes, identifying the elements of a crime, preserving evidence, and obtaining statements. Applicable officer-rights and disciplinary procedures as they apply to SUDPS personnel under the MOU with the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office and the MOA between Stanford University and the Stanford Deputy Sheriff's Association. Department policies and procedures, including the General Orders; university policies and procedures, including the Administrative Guide. The Clery Act and its effect on campus policing, including timely-warning and emergency-notification obligations. Self-defense, officer safety, and crowd/demonstration-management tactics. Techniques to develop and promote teamwork. Ability to: Effectively organize, coordinate, direct, and supervise a diverse workforce. Interpret, convey, and ensure implementation of agency policies, procedures, and methods; ensure personnel have clear guidelines of authority and responsibility. Establish and maintain effective community and public relations within a culturally diverse population, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work both independently and as part of a group. Carry out basic law enforcement functions such as investigating crimes, apprehending individuals, issuing citations, and managing crowds. Recognize when a matter calls for coordination with campus partners (Title IX, CAPS/Behavioral Intervention Team, Environmental Health & Safety) rather than, or in addition to, a purely criminal-justice response. Work in a fast-paced environment and complete work in a timely and accurate manner. Take appropriate action in emergency and stressful situations. Personal Characteristics: Desire and ability to motivate and inspire others. Willingness to promote the department's core values. Conscientiousness, dependability, integrity, and initiative. Emotional control. Commitment to the development of personnel and the department. Ability to effectively deal with personal danger, which may include exposure to armed/dangerous persons, dangerous animals, communicable diseases, hazards of emergency driving, and natural and man-made disasters. Acceptance that one's behavior off-duty impacts one's on-duty credibility and ability to function effectively.
Minimum Education and Experience: Proof of satisfactory completion of a California P.O.
