Sergeant

• Comprehensive knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current criminal codes and laws.
• Comprehensive knowledge of effective investigative techniques and procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including writing clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgements.
• Ability to provide effective leadership, training and direction to assigned personnel.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate employees effectively.
• Ability to assist in developing department policies and procedures.                                      

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy.
• Three or more years of active law enforcement experience.
• Completion of a P.O.S.T. Supervisory Program is desirable or must be completed within one year of appointment.

1. Experience supervising and/or providing lead work direction to staff

1. Knowledge of local jurisdictions and laws
2. Knowledge of emergency response procedures, principles and techniques
3. Knowledge of current policing trends regarding emerging issues and changes in policy that may affect at the campus, local, state and federal level.
4. Ability to prepare thorough and accurate written reports of activities and incident with accuracy and attention to detail
5. Ability to act calmly, quickly, and effectively function under adverse and stressful conditions or situations
6. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with department members, neighboring agencies, and the campus community
7. Ability to maintain diplomacy and hypervigilance with current events affecting at the campus, local, state, and federal level.
8. Ability to handle and communicate sensitive situations with tact and confidentiality
9. Ability to effectively collaborate with police organizations from other CSU’s as well state and federal law enforcement organizations
10. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
11. Ability to multi-task while being organized and meeting deadlines in a timely manner
12. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Resume, Cover Letter, P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate, P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate, and proof of valid California Driver's License. 

Failure to upload required Documentation may result in disqualification.

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. T

The lush, 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California's capital university, Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead, serve, and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and a Black Serving Institution, and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.”

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued.  Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. 

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Sacramento State, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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