Police Sergeant (Internal Only)

Description

Performs difficult work supervising and coordinating the public safety activities and developing of assigned personnel in preserving the peace and promoting the safety of citizens throughout the City of New Brighton. Carries out duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws and ordinances. Performs related work as apparent or assigned.

Essential Functions

Exercises a leadership style that promotes collaboration, appropriate staff initiative and creates individual growth opportunities for understanding and performing the technical and operational aspects of effective public safety practices.

• Supervises, directs and evaluates the day-to-day performance of assigned personnel in a mentoring and coaching manner that contributes to achieving and maintaining the expected levels of protection, enforcement, and service for the community.
• Performs law enforcement duties as required, including but not limited to response to calls for service, enforcement activities, investigations, arrests, reporting, court testimony, and community relations.
• Oversees and coordinates assigned operational and investigative activities, including case management, prioritization, and workload distribution.
• Meets individually and collectively with assigned personnel to provide performance feedback and identify areas for improvement of results being achieved.
• Reviews reports and case files for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with department policies and procedures, and assigns or reassigns work as appropriate.
• Provides leadership and direction for the effective implementation of various community policing programs and actively seeks feedback and suggestions for program refinements from assigned personnel and citizens.
• Conducts and/or oversees administrative and criminal investigations as assigned.
• Coordinates and manages background investigations and related process for personnel and regulatory or licensing purposes, as assigned.
• Ensures compliance with department training requirements by attending and completing required trainings
• Oversees and maintains accountability for departmental resources and operational functions, such as evidence/property management or other assigned areas

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal investigations or closely related field with considerable work-related experience.
• Four or more years of service as a licensed peace officer with any law enforcement agency at time of appointment
• Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST Board) licensure
• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification

Desired Qualifications

• Previous assignments within the department, e.g. field training officer, school resource officer, detective/investigator, or community engagement officer
• Licensure, certification, or experience in firefighting, emergency management, or other public safety discipline
• Professional supervisory experience

Competencies Common to All Positions

• Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all personnel.
• Demonstrating by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all staff.
• Developing respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.
• Conferring regularly with and keeping the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which accountable.
• Representing the City in a professional manner to the general public and other outside contacts / constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance New Brighton's reputation as a well-managed City.
• Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Core Values Common to All Positions

• Innovation: We embrace innovation by staying curious, adaptable, and growth-minded while balancing new ideas with practical solutions.
• Excellence: We strive for excellence by delivering high-quality work with flexibility, support for one another, and meaningful service to our community.
• Optimism: We choose optimism in how we show up each day, bringing positive energy, encouragement, a sense of fun, and a focus on solutions.
• Connection: We build strong connections by communicating openly, working collaboratively, and creating a space of trust, support, and inclusion.

Disclaimer

The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements, or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the work assigned. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee.

The City of New Brighton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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