Patrol Sergeant

Department        Sheriff

Classification     Grade 18

Reports to         Chief Deputy Sheriff

                              County Sheriff                                 

Unit                      LELS Local #400 (Licensed)             

Supervises         Investigator – 2

                              Full – Time Deputy Sheriff – 15

                              Part – Time Deputy Sheriff – 9

FLSA Status        Non-exempt

Position Description 

Supervision of staff with responsibility for proper performance of duties and adherence to established rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure appropriate services are provided.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Deputy Sheriff with personnel management functions, including hiring, transfers, promotions, suspensions, work assignments, discipline, performance evaluations, and grievance resolution in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Oversee daily operations, including shift scheduling, staff direction, PTO and timesheet approvals, employee misconduct investigations, and accident/injury reporting. Lead staff in developing and implementing divisional missions and service delivery plans aligned with County goals and budgetary priorities.
• Provide guidance and support to personnel, oversee new employee orientation and field training programs, and review and approve case reports and other departmental documentation. Exercise command authority during critical incidents and calls for service, including delegating responsibilities and evaluating use-of-force and arrest justifications.

Qualifications and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Minimum qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher in Criminal Justice or related field and 4 years work experience as a Deputy Sheriff or Investigator

OR 6 years work experience as a Deputy Sheriff or Investigator

OR equivalent combination (equate to 6 years)

• MN Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board license
• Valid driver’s license
• Successfully pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check
• Successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical, contingent upon a job offer

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge:  Geography of Hubbard County, as well as the road and street system. MN criminal code and MN motor vehicle and traffic laws. Law enforcement terminology and procedures. County and departmental policies, procedures and practices. Federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations relevant to the work performed. Basic life saving techniques. Modern law enforcement methods and procedures, including the knowledge of criminal investigation, interrogation, gathering and preserving of evidence and rules of evidence, and documentation of reports. Principles, practices and methods of management and supervision. Adhere to all laws, statutes, policies and rules with the essential level of confidentiality and safety required of the position.

Skills: Computer and law enforcement equipment skills. Time management. Report writing, interview and interrogation techniques. English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary. Effective communication, both orally and written. Learn and apply self-defense techniques. Judgment and discretion in dealing with citizens. Computer operation in a Microsoft environment. Safe and effective emergency vehicle operation. Effective courtroom testimony skills. Management skills and ability to work with subordinate employees on various issues

Proficient in using automated systems relevant to the position.  Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all stakeholders relevant to the position.  Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, accuracy, and problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice
• Law Enforcement experience
• Work experience in a supervisory role (i.e. hiring, transfer, suspension, promotion, discharge, assignment, reward, or discipline of other employees, direction of the work of other employees, or adjustment of other employees’ grievances on behalf of the employer)
• Work experience in a law enforcement training or advisory role

Physical Requirements

See Functional Job Analysis.

Note (Management Right)

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.  Regular attendance on the job and the performance of other duties as assigned are required.  The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this position description at any time.

FUNCTIONAL JOB ANALYSIS

DEPARTMENT:  Sheriff

POSTION TITLE:  Deputy Sheriff

                               Patrol Sergeant

Key:

Essential Function:   Secure the peace, uphold the law, and protect the health and welfare of the citizens of Hubbard County.            

Critical Demands:

A tactical vest weighing 8-lbs will be worn for the entirety of the shift.

1. Floor lift:Rarely:  1-5%

Lift 100-lbs from the ground.                                       

1. Two handed carry: Rarely:  1-5%

Lift and carry 100-lbs a distance of 50 ft.                                                                               

1. Push/pull: Rarely:  1-5%

Generate a force of at least 120-lbs with both pushing at chest height and pulling at waist height.  Perform a low drag on the ground of a 150-lbs for a distance of 25 ft. (dummy drag is the 150-lbs task). 

1. Climbing/Low level work/Step up, over: Occasionally:  6-33%

Step over a 24” barriers, ability to crawl through a 24” x 24” barriers, step up onto a 15” step and pull body weight over a 40” wall/ledge. Will need to perform all tasks within a total time of 30 seconds.  

1. Stairs: Occasionally:  6-33%             

Climb up and down 100 stairs within 3 minutes, using reciprocal step pattern.

1. Running: Occasionally:  6-33%

Run 300 feet within 30 seconds.                   

1. Balance: Occasionally:  6-33%

Walk on a 2x6 board forward, backward and side-side.

Complete “duck walk” in full squat for 10 feet. 

1. Jump: Occasionally:  6-33%

Jump from a parallel or tandem foot stance in attempt to clear 12 vertical inches. Spring load in their legs, but cannot run and jump.