HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-91-29RESOLUTION NO. R-91-29
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE
POSITION OF SENIOR SERGEANT; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION OF
SUCH JOB DESCRIPTION IN THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURES; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF
RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Sebastian City Council has approved a
reorganization of the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the reorganization creates the position of Senior
Sergeant.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the
City of Sebastian, Indian River County, Florida, as follows:
SECTION I. The job description for the classification of
Senior Sergeant, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is hereby
adopted.
SECTION II. The City Clerk is hereby directed to supply a
copy of this job description to the Mayor and members of the City
Council and all department heads for inclusion in the Standard
Operating Procedures for the City. The City Clerk shall note the
number and date of this Resolution on said 3ob description.
SECTION III. Ail Resolutions or parts of Resolutions in
conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
SECTION IV. This Resolution shall take effective
immediately upon its adoption.
The foregoing Resolution was moved for adoption by
Councilman ~L' · The motion was seconded by Councilman
.... ~__ and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as
fol lows:
Mayor W. E. Conyers
Vice Mayor Frank Oberbeck
Councilman Peter Holyk
Councilman Lonnie Powell
Councilman George Reid
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The Mayor thereupon declared this Resolution duly passed and
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
W.E. ~onyers,~ayor__
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ATTEST: '
Kathry~M. O.-'Halloran, CMC/AAE
City GTerk.-.
Approved as to Form
and ~j;l~ent:
· "Exh£bit A" ~ ' ~'~
POLICE SENIOR SERGEANT
Major Function:
This is supervisory and specialized police duty in the field or
at police headquarters, coordinating the operations of the
Uniform Division, School Crossing Guards, Volunteer Program and
Community Awareness Program.
illustrative Duties:
Oversees all uniform personnel functions to insure a smooth
operation of the Uniform Patrol Division. Assumes the duties and
responsibilities of the Police Captain and Chief of Police in the
absence of those employees, so as to assure the smooth
continuance of the police department function.
Coordinates the functions of the School Crossing Guards,
Community Service Aides, Neighborhood Crime Watch, and School
Resource Program. Assists in budget preparation, maintenance of
departmental records and ordering of equipment and supplies.
Oversees patrol sergeants, officers and civilian employees
(School CrossinG Guards) of the department. When appropriate
within the Uniform Patrol Division he authorizes limited overtime
and schedules and trains employees. Schedules vacations,
schools, and days off within the Patrol Division.
Appraises employee performance and evaluates all Patrol Division
Sergeants. Maintains good public relations with the news media
and civic Groups, speaks at public gatherings and assemblies when
requested and directs school patrol programs. Reviews reports of
subordinates to insure their accuracy and completeness. Performs
other related work as assigned by the Chief or Deputy Chief.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Considerable knowledge of department Rules and Regulations,
Governing Federal and State Laws and Local Ordinances, modern
police methods and procedures. Ability to assign, instruct and
review the work of subordinates, the ability to understand and
execute oral and written directions without close supervision.
Prepare clear and comprehensive reports, deal courteously and
effectively with the public.
Education and Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years experience as a Sergeant with the
Sebastian Police Department, and completion of required police
training pertaining to minimum standards.
Approved by Resolution No. R-91-29, August 28, 1991
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