JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Police Sergeant (Warrants)

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  September 1993

 

ORG/POS #: 

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To supervise sworn and civilian personnel assigned to the Warrants section, the Property Room and the front desk.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general supervision from the Police Lieutenant (Records and Support).

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

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

 

2.         Supervises the mailing of notices to individuals who have outstanding traffic and misdemeanor warrants, informing them of the warrant and requesting them to report to the Police Department.

 

3.         Ensures that Warrant Officers search for individuals with outstanding felony warrants; approves any forced entry into houses.

 

4.         Serves warrants on individuals who report to the Police Department and completes related arrest reports; modifies warrant information in the computer by entering the date the warrant was served and the name of the Officer serving the warrant.

 

5.         Maintains files and records related to warrants.

 

6.         Supervises Officers assigned to the front desk to ensure the Chief's docket is updated accurately and timely, callers and visitors are directed to appropriate personnel, and building security is maintained.

7.         Ensures that Officers assigned to the Property Room store and retrieve property and conduct auctions according to policies and procedures.

8.         Supervises the activities of the Officer assigned to serve subpoenas on Police Officers to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

 

9.         Reviews and approves reports, correspondence, and other documents prepared by assigned Police Officers to ensure they are accurate and complete.

 

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

 

11.       Testifies in court as required.

 

JOB TITLE:  Police Sergeant (Warrants)

JOB DESCRIPTION - CONTINUED

 

 

12.       Informs assigned Officers of changes in departmental or divisional policies and procedures or changes in laws and regulations; ensures that Officers comply with changes.

 

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

 

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

 

15.       Evaluates the performance of assigned Officers and civilian personnel; recommends disciplinary action when required.

 

16.       Approves and schedules leave time for assigned personnel, ensuring adequate coverage of duties and responsibilities.

 

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

 

18.       Maintains a record of all cash stored in the department safe, and ensures it is secure; submits unclaimed monies to the City Collector's Office.

 

19.       Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Provides general supervision to Police Officers assigned to Warrants, the Property Room, the Desk, and Subpoena Service; provides general supervision to the Warrants Clerks and assigned Police Cadets.