CLASS CODE: 8519
PAY GRADE: 054

CLASS TITLE:LAW ENFORCEMENT SERGEANT

ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)

This is law enforcement work in one of the following areas: (1) supervising Law Enforcement Corporals or Law Enforcement Investigators I; (2) supervising all Law Enforcement Officers in a geographic area of the Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission or in a district of the Department of Management Services; (3) supervising Law Enforcement Officers enforcing agricultural, horticultural, and livestock laws; (4) supervising Law Enforcement Officers enforcing motor vehicle carrier laws in the Department of Transportation; (5) supervising all Law Enforcement Officers in a district on one of three shifts in the Department of Environmental Protection; (6) serving as a training and/or information officer; (7) directing the operation of a marine vessel; or (8) supervising a squad of five or more Law Enforcement Officers in the Florida Highway Patrol. The primary duty of the employee(s) in the position(s) allocated to this class is to spend the majority of time communicating with, motivating, training and evaluating employees, planning and directing their work; and having the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward or discipline subordinate employees or to effectively recommend such actions.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)

  • Motivates employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed.
  • Plans work loads, work flows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees.
  • Evaluates employees through establishing evaluation criteria and responsibilities and meeting regularly with employees to ensure the preestablished criteria are met.
  • Trains employees in methods for performing an effective and efficient job.
  • Communicates on a regular basis with employees both individually and in staff meetings.
  • Directs the work of employees to ensure best use of time and resources.
  • Monitors administrative activities.
  • Conducts recruiting, training, and supervision of volunteer citizens.
  • Participates in natural disaster planning.
  • Arrests criminals, suspects, and traffic law violators.
  • Supervises or performs vehicular and foot patrols.
  • Issues warnings and citations.
  • Performs crowd, mob, and riot control activities.
  • Participates in search and rescue operations.
  • Enforces laws.
  • Processes the collection and distribution of fines.
  • Participates in court proceedings.
  • Assists stalled motorists and persons in distress.
  • Prepares and maintains records and reports.
  • Supervises crime scene searches which involve the use of sketches, diagrams, photography, processing of latent fingerprints, and the collection and preservation of all evidence.
  • Patrols lakes, streams, rivers, and hunting areas; checks hunters and fishermen for licenses and illegal fishing and hunting activities.
  • Patrols coastal waters and coastal areas, checking sports and commercial fishermen, seafood processors, and transportation vehicles for licenses and illegal maritime activities.
  • Supervises all activities in a sub-district office in the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco.
  • Supervises and participates in law enforcement investigations and inspections.
  • Responds to citizen complaints and/or assigns officers or investigators to investigate.
  • Coordinates law enforcement activities with other state, local, and federal agencies.
  • Reviews and evaluates daily shift reports and notifies superiors of any significant occurrences.
  • Supervises and directs shift personnel in administering traffic citations, fines, arrest sheets, warrants and complaints, and preparing summary reports.
  • Supervises and directs the activities of Law Enforcement Officers and/or Law Enforcement Corporals, and non-sworn security personnel.
  • Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of law enforcement radio-telephone/radio-teletype operators.
  • Conducts logistical planning surveys and studies related to law enforcement trends, operating efficiency, and effectiveness for law enforcement program involvement.
  • Supervises the operation and maintenance of a youth conservation camp.
  • Makes recommendations to the central office on beverage license applications and transfers.
  • Reviews results of investigative processes and assists in major investigative problems.
  • Acts as public information officer.
  • Prepares or assists in the preparation of information releases to news, radio and television media; or spot announcements for radio and television to promote safety programs.
  • Participates in organizing, obtaining, and implementing law enforcement training.
  • Develops lesson plans, prepares training aids and lecture materials, and provides training guidance to instructional personnel and/or delivers lectures.
  • Coordinates training curriculum, makes instructor assignments, maintains training records, and/or develops and recommends training schedules.
  • Instructs students and/or assists in planning, developing, evaluating, and coordinating in-service law enforcement training.
  • Consults with specialized departmental personnel in developing, evaluating, and coordinating law enforcement training programs.
  • Develops and/or conducts education and/or public information programs.
  • Supervises or administers safety and/or incentive programs.
  • Conducts seminars to acquaint a variety of law enforcement personnel with marine resource protection, conservation, and enforcement laws and regulations.
  • Prepares and delivers lectures to conservation and civic groups, seafood

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)

  • Knowledge of law enforcement or investigative principles and techniques.
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
  • Knowledge of the rules of evidence.
  • Knowledge of arrest procedures.
  • Skill in using restraining devices and firearms.
  • Skill in defensive driving techniques.
  • Ability to supervise people.
  • Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations.
  • Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Ability to effectively apply emergency medical care techniques.
  • Ability to deal with individuals and critical situations in an effective manner.
  • Ability to gather and preserve evidence.
  • Ability to describe facts and events accurately.
  • Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to prepare reports.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Successful completion of the Department of Management Services' written examination for this class and three years of experience in sworn law enforcement or sworn investigations work.
  • College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
  • In addition to the above requirements, Florida Statute 943 requires that any person employed in this class must:
  • (1)Be at least 19 years of age.
  • (2)Be a citizen of the United States, notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary.
  • (3)Be a high school graduate or its "equivalent" as the term may be determined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission of the Department of Law Enforcement.
  • (4)Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, nor have received a dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
  • (5)Have his/her processed fingerprints on file with the employing agency.
  • (6)Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, based on specifications established by the Commission.
  • (7)Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Commission.
  • (8)Possess a current certificate of compliance for basic employment certification issued by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.

EFFECTIVE:

10/1/1989

HISTORY:

11/09/1988