JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Police Sergeant (Homicide)

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  September 1993

 

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JOB OBJECTIVE:  To assign and supervise all homicide investigations and the maintenance of related files and records.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general supervision from the Police Lieutenant (Detective Division).

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Receives and distributes all cases (i.e., homicide, rape, assault and battery, kidnapping, and missing persons) to assigned Police Officers.

 

2.         Supervises the daily work activities of assigned Police Officers and provides assistance and guidance as required.

 

3.         Reviews and approves reports, correspondence, and case files prepared by assigned Police Officers to ensure they are accurate and complete.

 

4.         Reviews all search and seizure applications prepared by assigned Officers to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and departmental policies and procedures.

 

5.         Plans and directs the execution of all search and seizure warrants obtained by assigned Officers.

 

6.         Approves and monitors the arrest of suspects and the completion of related forms, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.

 

7.         Testifies in court as required.

 

8.         Informs assigned Officers of changes in Departmental or Divisional policies and procedures or changes in laws and regulations; ensures that Officers comply with changes.

 

9.         Prepares monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual narrative and statistical reports; conducts research and prepares special reports as required.

 

10.       Inspects the equipment assigned to the squad to ensure it remains functional and in good repair.

 

11.       Evaluates the performance of assigned Officers; recommends disciplinary action when required.

 

12.       Approves and schedules leave time for assigned Officers, ensuring adequate coverage of duties and responsibilities.

JOB TITLE:  Police Sergeant (Homicide)

JOB DESCRIPTION - CONTINUED

 

 

13.       Investigates and responds to service complaints lodged against assigned Officers.

 

14.       Reports to the scenes of major crimes to ensure all procedures are followed.

 

15.       Supervises suspect lineups and the interviewing of some witnesses, victims and/or suspects.

 

16.       Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Provides general supervision to assigned Police Officers.