Posted: 10-Jan-25
Location: Dallas, Texas
Internal Number: 24020862
Job Title: Patrol Sergeant
Department: Public Safety
Facility: Baylor University Medical Center Dallas
Sign on Bonus: $2,500
JOB SUMMARY
The Sergeant is a sworn officer who utilizes organizational and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with citizens and direct-line level Police and Security Officers while ensuring that public safety and law enforcement standards are met. Monitors and maintains positive relations within Patrol Personnel and with other divisions. Displays flexibility in providing support to administration and performing Officer duties as demand dictates.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Schedules, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines Police and Security Officers assigned to set shifts at a single campus.
- Works with Campus Department Heads to ensure Line Personnel are providing the desired level of public safety and law enforcement services.
- Provides personnel and asset-need input to the Regional Lieutenant/Manager for administrative judgment support.
- Monitors and maintains positive morale among Line Personnel.
- Conducts uniform and equipment inspections and report need for repair or replacement.
- Performs Police Officer duties as necessary.
- Resolves problems arising between Patrol Personnel and other Divisions.
- Handles sensitive investigations and information in a professional manner, safeguarding confidential information obtained through investigation or from Law Enforcement authorities.
- Fulfills and provides proof of continuing education, licensure, and/or certifications required to remain qualified for this role.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Good interpersonal and public relations skills.
- Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
- Able to balance multiple demands and respond to time constraints.
- Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
- Attain and maintain a minimum passing score of 80% accuracy during firearms qualification and requalification.
- Ability to make tactical judgments around the allocation and direction of the work of supervised employees using established guidelines, policies and/or procedures.
- Ability to make effective hiring and termination recommendations.
- Ability to train, and evaluate performance of supervised staff.
- General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, and email.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Licensed Peace Officer (LPO)
- Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire.
