University Police Sergeant – UB North

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position of University Police Sergeant is required to perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to the following: 

• Act as a liaison officer between the University, The Royal Bahamas Police Force and other Law Enforcement Agencies; 
• Enforce all relevant laws as well as university regulations; 
• Supervise the daily operation of the University Police; 
• Prepare, submit and maintain an attendance record; 
• In collaboration with the Director of Operations, prepare and maintain shift rosters for the Department and ensure that all posts are adequately manned; 
• Respond to public disruptions and maintain peace during events; 
• Ensure that all matters of a criminal nature are properly handled, documented and reported;
• Monitor, detain/arrest suspicious individuals and or those suspected of criminal activity;
• Ensure that all necessary reports and files related to on campus activities are prepared and submitted in a timely manner; 
• Coordinate special projects, such as crime prevention presentations and other community events; 
• Guard officials and visiting dignitaries; 
• Review offense reports and performs administrative tasks as delegated by the Director of Operations; 
• Ensure that all diaries, logs, and reports of daily activities are submitted to Director of Operations, for review, in a timely manner; 
• Conduct performance reviews of University Police Corporals as required and per the HR guidelines and standards; 
• Perform patrols and monitor access to campus buildings; 
• Apprise Director of Operations of issues that might impede timely completion of assigned duties and/or departmental projects; 
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion at all times; 
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with both internal and external constituencies and co-workers; 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to investigate all criminal matters of a serious nature; 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; 
• Ability to complete routine paperwork; 
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; 
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; 
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations; 
• Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time; 
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures;
• Knowledge, understanding of, and the ability to enforce the University’s policies and safety codes as well as the Laws of the Bahamas as it relates to Law Enforcement; 
• Ability to use good judgment in the exercise of duties to detain and or arrest;
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; 
• Skilled in providing protection services to individuals on campus; 
• Ability to work overtime, as assigned. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must possess a valid Bahamian driver’s license; 
• Must possess aural capability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to understand personal, radio, and telephonic conversations in quiet and noisy environments. Must also have the capability to determine the locations of vehicles or persons in distress from the sounds emanating from them; 
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR Certification within 360 days of hire and must maintain certification as condition of employment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Work may involve moderate to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises; 
• Moderate to physical activity; requires handling of average-weight objects and standing or walking for extended periods of time; 
• Under normal and stressful situations, officers must be capable of communicating orally in the English language in such a manner as to clearly transmit information via the police radio, telephone, public address system, or direct conversation; 
• Officers will be required to work any shift or day of the week depending upon departmental needs. Periodically, work hours may be extended beyond the normal work day to accomplish the necessary work. Officers may be periodically ordered in to work to assist in handling emergency situations involving national and natural disasters, traffic and other hazards, special activities, or court testimony.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 BGCSE including English Language & Math with grade, “C” or better; OR UB’s Literacy/Numeracy Test - Satisfactory accepted OR; 
• Associate Degree in Business Administration or relevant field preferred; 
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Law Enforcement and Community Policing techniques.

Interested applicants should submit the following electronically to the Human Resources Department Application Portal (Use the Position Listing to select the job opening). The following documents are required to complete the application: 

• A cover letter of interest (highlighting work experience and accomplishments relevant to the position); 
• Current Curriculum Vitae or Resume; 
• Copies of Qualifications and Certificates; 
• At least three (3) professional references. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the University Police Sergeant.