Police Sergeant

• High school diploma or GED PLUS (2) two years of law enforcement experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Must be certified as a Police Officer by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training and possess a General Certificate.

• Associate degree or higher in a criminal justice–related field.
• Five years of law enforcement experience.
• Intermediate certification or higher.
• Firearms Instructor or certified Police Instructor.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

• Basic computer skills, including general knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to properly prepare and write police reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive rapport with the campus population.
• Ability to engage with and maintain control of individuals using the minimum force necessary in situations requiring intervention.
• Knowledge of law enforcement practices, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of traffic and criminal laws, as well as departmental regulations and procedures.
• Ability to enforce parking regulations.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles used in work activities.
• Skill in the operation of firearms.
• Ability to walk a minimum of 8 to 12 miles during a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to climb stairwells.

• Supervises Patrol Officers and Security Officers.
• Performs duties as assigned by the shift supervisor.
• Submits reports on the condition of department equipment and daily patrol activities to the Shift Supervisor.
• Assigns Patrol Officers and Security Officers to designated posts.
• Tours facilities and grounds on foot or by patrol vehicle to make security inspections of assigned areas.
• Inspects officers and equipment to ensure standards are maintained.
• Inspects and checks vehicles to verify operator maintenance reports and contacts the Fleet Sergeant to perform repairs.
• Reviews officers’ daily reports and violations for accuracy and completeness.
• Reads and forwards reports of subordinates to the shift supervisor.
• Assists Patrol Officers by giving advice, orders, or dispatching additional officers to render assistance.
• Conducts performance evaluations of assigned personnel.

• Investigates accidents that occur on campus and processes accident reports.
• Obtains information, statements, and evidence when required.
• Makes arrests when required.
• Testifies in court when directed.
• Investigates complaints received against officers or security officers assigned to their shift.

• Conducts foot patrols inside buildings.
• Conducts vehicle patrols in outside areas of the campus.
• Maintains high visibility on campus to deter criminal, traffic, and parking violations.
• Checks and monitors the security of all buildings on campus.
• Provides assistance to anyone needing it on campus.

• Keeps fire lanes clear and issues traffic and/or parking violations when required.
• Performs traffic duties and maintains traffic flow during code red fire alarms, ambulance runs, and/or emergency situations.

• Unlocks buildings, offices, and/or vehicles when requested.
• Assists stranded motorists or persons when requested.
• Quells patient, visitor, or employee disturbances.
• Responds to calls reporting criminal activity.
• Prepares incident reports on all pertinent situations.

• Escorts monies to proper locations to deter theft, robbery, or injury to the UAMS population.
• Upon request, escorts employees on campus to deter theft, robbery, or injury to the UAMS population.
• Escorts members of the campus population to their desired locations when required.
• Transports Arkansas Mental Health Services patients to mental health facilities.
• Escorts and stands by with PRI patients at the Arkansas Mental Health Court.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.