Sergeant 630173
Job Location:
Stillwater, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
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Job Summary
OSU-Stillwater
Lori McDonald
Must be able to work all shifts
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
$36.21 - $39.51
Hourly
- Supervise and coordinate daily patrol operations ensuring coverage efficiency and adherence to department policies.
- Respond to major incidents as a first-line supervisor providing tactical decision-making.
- Mentor coach and evaluate patrol officers fostering professional growth and readiness.
- Review reports case files and incident documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Serve as a liaison between command staff and patrol teams ensuring clear communication and alignment with departmental goals.
- Proven law enforcement experience including prior supervisory or acting supervisory responsibilities.
- Strong decision-making skills under pressure with the ability to remain calm and focused in critical situations.
- In-depth knowledge of patrol procedures criminal law and departmental policies.
- Excellent communication skillsboth for leading officers and engaging with the public.
- Commitment to ethical policing community engagement and continuous professional development.
- Certification as a sworn law enforcement officer in good standing.
- A department culture that values integrity teamwork and proactive policing.
- Opportunities for leadership training specialized certifications and career advancement.
- Paid training.
- Strong community support and a collaborative relationship with local organizations.
- Associates (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Three (3) years of police experience with OSUPD or five (5) years certified law enforcement experience with 1 year as a supervisor.
Certifications Registrations and/or Licenses:
State of Oklahoma CLEET (Council of Law Enforcement Education & Training) Basic Certification plus Police Officer andSr. Police Officerminimums as listed below.
A. The applicant will be required to have:
met all state and federal employment requirements
2. Valid Oklahoma drivers license
3. Ability to pass a battery of mental and physical tests
4. Complete background investigation packet from the OSU Police Department
5. Successfully pass extensive background investigation
6. Successfully pass polygraph examination
7. Physical exam
9. Drug scan
10. Oklahoma Police Certification (CLEET)
11. 24-hour emergency vehicle operation training
12. Eight hours of CPR training
B. Successfully pass six (6) month probationary period
C. Mandated participationin Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System (OLERS)
D. Received two most recent evaluations of 3.00 or higher
II. Certification in at least three (3) of the following areas: Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) radar intoxilyzer or bike patrol
III. 120 hours of CLEET continuing education units or 100 hours and CLEET Intermediate certification
Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:
A Sergeant must have full sensory perception to properly handle those activities normally expected of a law enforcement officer. Minor deficiencies in sensory perception (sight hearing) which can be corrected to functional levels may be acceptable.
It is required that the Sergeant possess the verbal skills to effectively communicate with others and have the ability to effectively interview those persons to gain pertinent information. Officers must be able to communicate quickly and clearly over a police radio.
It is required that Sergeants develop the mental ability to deal with stressful situations yet remain calm and make rational decisions involving the lives and safety of others.
It is required that Sergeants possess the physical capabilities (including the use of both arms and legs) and psychomotor skills to be able to perform the following tasks:
a. Walk and run up or down multiple flights of stairs or stadium steps.
b. Lift or pull an injured person to safety (up to 200 lbs.).
c. Operate a police vehicle in routine and emergency situations.
d. Chase a fleeing suspect a moderate distance up to 1/2 mile.
e. Apprehend a suspect and maintain custody.
f. Handcuff an arrested person who may resist.
g. Become proficient (and fire a qualifying score) with the department-issued firearm on both day and nighttime courses.
h. Stand and/or walk continuously for a regular eight-hour shift.
i. To be proficient in CLEET trained defensive tactics.
j. Manually direct traffic.
A Sergeant will be expected to perform day-to-day duties through the operation of the following types of equipment:
1. Police motor vehicle (siren public address systemand emergencylighting system - qualification required)
2. Police radio (multi-frequency)
3. Vehicle entry tools
4. Radar (speed enforcement and public awareness types - qualification required)
5. Computer (OLETS/NCIC)
6. Teletype
7. Recorder
8. Videorecorder and camera
equipment (latent and rolled)
10. Copier
11. Military style binoculars and telescopes
12. Police sidearm (qualification required)
13. Police shotgun (qualification required)
14. ASP non-lethal impact device (qualification required)
15. Police handcuffs (qualification required)
16. Basic mechanics hand tools
(qualification required)
19. Telephone
- Bachelors
Bachelors degree. Previous police or military experience preferred.
Prior Law enforcement experience in a University setting.
About Company
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant university that prepares students for success. OSU is America’s Brightest Orange. Through leadership and service, OSU is preparing students for a bright future and building a brighter world for all. As Oklahoma’s only university with a ... View more
