Police Sergeant

The Police Sergeant serves as a first line supervisor for the Cleveland Metroparks Police Department. The Sergeant works under the general supervision of a lieutenant and is responsible for planning, supervising, and directing daily patrol and/or investigative activities of their officers.

Evaluation of this position is based primarily on performance of the following essential functions, which include, but are not limited to:

• Effectively supervises assigned employees, including the following:
  • Coaches employees in proper job performance techniques and procedures;
  • Reviews and approves officer reports to ensure they meet departmental standards relative to quality, accuracy and contain elements of offenses when applicable;
  • Monitors employee productivity and appraises employees’ productivity and efficiency to recommend promotions or other changes in status;
  • Handles employee complaints and disciplines employees when necessary;
  • Apportions work among different employees;
  • Monitors or implements legal compliance measures;
  • Promotes a high level of morale in employees; and
  • Provides for the safety of employees and the property of Cleveland Metroparks.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required. All Cleveland Metroparks employees must be prepared to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
• Performs essential law enforcement functions to provide for the safety and wellbeing of Cleveland Metroparks guests, employees, volunteers, natural resources, wildlife, real property, facilities, equipment, and vehicles, and employees. Duties include patrolling assigned areas in a vehicle or on foot as required, responding to emergencies, crimes-in progress, and calls for service, and conducting and coordinating criminal investigations
• Responsible for overseeing officer arrests. Ensures that the safety and care of prisoners is handled professionally, and the subject is taken to the proper facility.
• Responsible for the care of the law enforcement facilities, equipment, and vehicles assigned, including vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Communicates with employees on police activities and incidents.
• Participates in training and complete required records.
• Updates and enhances own knowledge by involvement in continuing education for professional growth (i.e., attends relevant conferences, seminars, in-service trainings, and certification programs)
• If assigned by the Chief of Police, supervises officers assigned to specialized units.