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Nature of Work
Under limited supervision, performs administrative duties
necessary for the efficient operation of the division personnel
under his/her command; including, but not limited to, the
planning, conducting and monitoring of all operations occurring
within his/her shift. Coordinates the activities and duties of
members and civilian employees assigned to his/her command.
Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Sergeant serves as Shift Sergeant. The rank of Sergeant
shall report to the Lieutenant and will supervise Capitol Police
Officers.
Examples of Work
Prepares work schedules of all members and civilian employees
within assigned shift.
Responsible to superiors for him/herself and subordinate
members under their command for the efficient, effective and
proper performance of all law enforcement and other
police/security duties, the proper care and use of division
issued, owned or leased property and for the maintenance of
discipline on the part of all members assigned to their
shift.
Conducts performance evaluations for all subordinate members
and makes written recommendations for promotions, demotions,
or other disciplinary action.
Participates in law enforcement, security and safety efforts,
investigates criminal and other complaints, vehicle and
other accidents; patrols all areas of the capitol complex
and all other duties and responsibilities as legally
required of, and permitted to, members of the division.
Ensures the observance of division rules, regulations,
policies, and other division directives both oral and
written by all members and civilian employees assigned to
his/her command and ensures the proper personal appearance
of all members and civilian employees.
Ensures the observance of the established division chain of
command by all members and civilian employees assigned to
his/her command.
Prepares and submits written reports to the deputy director of
any misconduct, failure in the performance of duty,
disobedience of orders, violation of any division policy,
rule, regulation, or other directive, or any other action or
lack of action on the part of any member.
Reviews reports for compliance and responsible for the
submission, form, completeness and quality of all reports
submitted by members.
Compiles and submits a safety/security analysis report.
Maintains all records and reports required of them and their
subordinates by division policy, rules, regulations and
other directives.
Maintains detailed shift duty log, accounting for all
personnel assignments and documenting all incidents,
complaints and messages.
Notifies Division Lieutenant, upon discovery or receipt of
information, regarding any information of extraordinarily
serious incident or crime, riot, civil disturbance, willful
disruption of governmental processes, or other such
emergency situation.
Responsible for the general appearance, maintenance and
security of all division offices, buildings and grounds.
Responsible for the proper storage, maintenance and security
of all evidence stored or maintained by members under
his/her command.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relating
to law enforcement.
Knowledge of appropriate means of exercising force against
offenders.
Ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
Ability to operate police equipment and firearms.
Ability to operate and maintain electronic security equipment.
Ability to take prompt effective action in time of crisis.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with public
officials and the general public.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a standard high school or the
equivalent.
Experience:
Eight years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience as a certified law enforcement officer in
which two years was in a supervisory law enforcement
capacity.
Special Requirement:
Successful completion of supervisory and
management training and the professional training required
for police officers at the West Virginia State Police
Academy or an equivalent professional law enforcement
training at another state, federal or United States military
institution recognized by the Governor's Committee on Crime,
Delinquency and Correction law enforcement training
subcommittee as meeting the minimum standards of a basic
police officer.
Established: 5/20/1999
Effective:
6/01/1999