Job Description
Sergeant - Investigations Unit Department: University Police - 430500
Minimum Qualifications Minimum of an Associate's degree, or 60 hours of college credit, and four (4) years of sworn policing experience. Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission
or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment.
License/Certification Required Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
Preferred Qualifications 3 years of investigative experience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The
Appalachian State University Police Department supports the university's academic mission by working in partnership with the campus community to prevent crime, solve problems and improve the quality of life on campus. The department's philosophy is one of proactive community engagement, collaboration and customer service, holding the safety and health of Appalachian's community members as its top priorities. State-certified police officers, security officers and civilian employees comprise the department, and this team of professionals helps to create and maintain a sense of belonging for all members of the Appalachian Community - students, faculty, staff and visitors. Additionally, through its efforts, the department is a leader in innovative public safety ideas and strategies.
The Sergeant of the investigations unit is first-line supervisory police work. Employees occupying positions of this class are responsible for the direct leadership and supervision of law enforcement and support personnel in the area of assignment. This position is directly responsible for the effective coordination of the work of subordinate law enforcement personnel. Sergeants can be assigned to lead a patrol squad or other units within the department. Although the emphasis is on supervision, the Sergeant will also be involved in training new employees, maintaining records, preparing and reviewing reports, and other duties related to the functioning of the assigned unit. This level of supervision includes enforcing personnel policies and recommending personnel actions, in addition to evaluating the performance of subordinates.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Protect lives and property
- Initiate opportunities for positive engagement with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- Coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of subordinate employees.
- Conduct shift/squad briefings
- Evaluate and verify employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and investigative techniques and processes
- Conduct performance reviews
- Apprehend and arrest offenders
- Identify staff development and training needs and ensure that training is obtained
- Conduct, monitor, assign, and coordinate criminal investigations
- Write reports and prepare criminal case paperwork
- Establish, preserve, and protect crime scenes
- Collect and preserve evidence
- Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects
- Utilize the principles of procedural justice
- Lead and coordinate the crime scene team in conjunction with members and representatives of other enforcement agencies
- Conduct lawful searches of people and property
- Suggest courses of action to be pursued in investigations and prosecutions
- Establish effective working relationships and rapport with people from various racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
- Engage with others in a fair, respectful, and courteous manner, regardless of cultural differences.
- Engage effectively with persons in various emotional and mental states
- Accurately assess situations and determine an appropriate course of action
- Confront a variety of problems and situations and determine appropriate solutions
- Display the capacity for compassion and empathy
- Advanced knowledge of investigative techniques and the utilization of technology
Work Schedule/Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Weekend, holiday, and on-call work may be required. Assignments and hours may vary depending on the needs of the organization.
Suggested Salary Range: $78,317 to 86,344 (Depending on education level, experience, and assignment)
Closing Date: 3/17/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 03/18/2025
Proposed Date of Hire: 04/21/2025
To apply, visit Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Shift work, Weekend work,