What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sergeant position at Brandeis University?
Brandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as the Police Sergeant in the Public Safety/Campus Police Department. At Brandeis, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical, dental and life insurances. If you are looking to advance your career through educational opportunities, Brandeis offers tuition assistance for employees, dependents and spouses. Our 403b retirement savings plan includes a generous match.
The Sergeant manages and supervises the campus police, security staff, and parking monitors, providing 24/7 coverage for the department, to help accomplish the department’s overall mission to provide a safe and secure environment all faculty, staff, students, and visitors/guests to the university and to protect life and property on and around the Brandeis campus. Makes decisions involving public safety issues, student issues, community living, crime prevention, and medical aid. Implements crime prevention programs. Investigates crimes and pursues prosecution in Massachusetts courts if appropriate; keeps records of all incidents. May act as liaison to the Waltham Police department as needed. May serve as a Conduct Officer for the Brandeis student conduct system. May supervise student workers in roles related to public safety.
Responsibilities:
- Supervises police officers, security staff, and parking monitors. May supervise student workers. Administers the normal daily functions and routine assignments related to the protection and usage of university buildings and grounds and related to the general safety and well-being of all university constituents. The Police Sergeant is the highest ranking official after hours and during weekends and holidays, tasked with making appropriate decisions as to who needs to be contacted for emergencies and/or general repairs etc. Oversees all functions held on university property to insure the safety of those attending. 45%
- Coordinates criminal investigations with the Massachusetts trial courts and other police departments. 10%
- Responsible for all written reports and newspaper media logs for all criminal and non-criminal events taking place within the community. Responsible for checking other police officers’ reports for accuracy. Responsible for triaging and logging calls, including notifying the appropriate personnel depending on the type of call (security issue, medical assistance, repairs, etc.) 10%
- Responsible for filling shift coverage, special event assignments, and weekly staff rosters. 10%
- Maintains the campus alarm system to insure proper operation and makes any needed changes to provide the best security possible. 10%
- Implements crime prevention initiatives. 10%
- Supervises the maintenance of roadways for emergency vehicle access. 5%
Education & Work Experience:
- B.A./B.S. preferred
- 3-5 years’ work experience
- Police Academy graduate
- Must meet the State Police requirements for obtaining Special State Police Officer powers.
- Current license to carry firearms.
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Physical/Environmental Demands:
- Physical demands are those in excess for sedentary work; must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, balance, walk, and run; must be able to access all facilities on foot; must be able to conduct visual surveillance of individuals and surroundings; must be physically able to operate and communicate using a variety of machines and equipment including baton, automobile, office equipment, radio, telephone, etc; work includes considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as severe weather/ temperatures and loud noises; work environment involves moderate exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class")
