<p>Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community- eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$93,000.00 - $110,925.00</p> <p>Overview The Yale Police Department has 93 sworn police officers with full powers of law enforcement and arrest. Our officers are armed and patrol the campus on foot, by motorcycles, on mountain bikes, and in cars equipped with computers and radio communications systems. The rank of Sergeant will be recognized as a Management position within the Yale University Police Department and requires taking an active role in leading and influencing the Department's mission. This job requires that the officer's working schedule is at the discretion of the Chief or designee, which may include working evenings, overnight and weekends. Required Skills and Abilities 1. Excellent oral and written communications stills. 2. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public. 3. Thorough knowledge of crime scene techniques, including crime scene processing. 4. Knowledge of preparation of arrest warrants, search and seizure warrants, statements, and related paperwork. 5. Knowledge of forensic science as it applies to the collection and preservation of evidence. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Yale Police experience preferred. Knowledge of department rules and regulations. Knowledge of community policing principles.</p> <p>Principal Responsibilities</p> <ol> <li>Supervises activities on a specific shift or unit of the department. Conducts various personnel and equipment inspections. Conducts briefings, issues instructions, orders and direction to patrol officers. Schedules assignments and deploy officers to needed locations. Provides training and development related to function. 2. Plans, assigns and supervises the work of sworn and non-sworn personnel, assumes command in the absence of a superior officer or when designated by a superior officer. 3. Coordinates operations at crime scenes. Ensures proper police and security coverage at all University properties and special events. 4. Makes daily operating decisions, referring extraordinary problems or situations to a higher authority. Effectively takes measures to assist in problem solving. 5. Investigates and attempts to solve crimes which affect the University Community. Reviews reports and related paperwork, ensures that records, evidence and related material are properly maintained; ensures that same are properly submitted to courts. Coordinates with City police on matters of mutual concern. Dispatches additional personnel and equipment to emergency scenes. 6. Ensures and protects the quality of life at University and surrounding areas. Maintains positive community and public relations. Assures compliance with University security procedures and City and State ordinances and laws. Oversees the operations of patrol officers. 7. Interacts with internal contacts such as students and staff to respond to complaints, regarding investigations and to discuss security issues. Interacts with external contacts such as Federal law enforcement agencies, the New Haven Police Department, other local police agencies, large organizations such as the telephone company, the postal inspector and various courts to gather and share information related to investigations and to assist in prosecutions. 8. Fulfills department mission and values with continued emphasis on community policing philosophy. 9. Communicates effectively, orally and in writing, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public. 10. Trains, coaches, mentors and evaluates performance. 11. Ensures that complaints made against the University Police Department or any of its employees are properly recorded and investigations are initiated. 12. Performs related work as required. 13. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Four years as a Yale Police Officer or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required License(s) or Certification(s) Certification by the Municipal Police Training Council and POST Academy. (Any person who has authority to enforce General Statutes of this State and is a member of a law enforcement unit must be certified through POST, from ct.gov.). </li></ol> <p>Background Check Requirements</p> <p>All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.</p> <p>Health Requirements</p> <p>Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.</p> <p>Posting Disclaimer</p> <p>Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.</p> <p>The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.</p> <p>The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.</p> <p>Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).</p> <p>Note</p> <p>Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.</p>