Sergeant Jobs

A Sergeant is a high-ranking official in the law enforcement industry. They are responsible for supervising and guiding lower-ranking officers, maintaining law and order, investigating crimes, and ensuring public safety. Their duties often include planning and coordinating operations, training officers, and dealing with complex or sensitive cases. Sergeants play a crucial role in maintaining discipline, implementing policies, and overseeing the daily operations of the police force. They must possess excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, as well as a thorough understanding of police procedures and laws.

Before becoming a Sergeant, an individual might serve as a Police Officer or a Detective. During their tenure in these roles, they gain valuable field experience and develop their skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and law enforcement, which are essential for higher positions. To become a Sergeant, one must have advanced certifications such as a police officer certification, officer-in-charge certification, or other relevant qualifications. In addition, they often undergo additional training in leadership, management, and specialized areas of law enforcement. Some law enforcement agencies also require Sergeants to have a degree in criminal justice or a related field.

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Police Sergeant - Division of Capitol Police

  • Madison, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 3 hours ago

This position arranges schedules, coordinates field operations, maintains liaison with local law enforcement agencies, courts, etc., and coordinates criminal investigations....

Juvenile Correctional Sergeant- Eastman Ydc- Eastman GA

  • Eastman, GA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Eastman, GA
  • 4 hours ago

Juvenile Correctional Sergeant- Eastman YDC- Eastman GA Georgia - Dodge - Eastman NEW Law Enforcement Juvenile Justice, Georgia Department of - DJJ 1 day ago Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for...

Police Sergeant

  • Steamboat Springs, CO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Steamboat Springs, CO
  • 23 hours ago

Assists citizens with problem solving and such matters as locked or stalled vehicles, crime prevention, drug resistance, traffic safety, etc....

Police Sergeant

  • Arcata, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arcata, CA
  • 1 day ago

*LATERAL HIRES DEFINED FOR HIRING BONUS: Lateral applicants must (1) have successfully completed a California POST basic law enforcement academy or have a valid California POST Basic Course Waiver or...

Juvenile Correctional Sergeant - Metro RYDC - Atlanta, GA (FSC)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: Positively impact the lives of youth in the care of the Department of Juvenile Justice through the collaborative creation and maintenance of a safe, therapeutic, and educational...

Police Sergeant

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago

Missouri POST certification may be required prior to employment, but it is required once job is started. A valid driver's license is required....

Correctional Sergeant

  • Logansport, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Logansport, IN
  • 2 days ago

At least six (6) months in custody experience in a correctional setting, law enforcement, or military law enforcement. Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation....

Police Sergeant

  • Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago

Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required....

Public Safety Sergeant

  • Kingston, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kingston, WA
  • 3 days ago

Uses firearms as authorized by the department and participates in firearm qualifications and certifications described in the department policy manual, uses equipment authorized by the department for...

Hospital Police Sergeant

  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 3 days ago

Summary: Protect and serve the patients, staff and visitors of UNC Hospitals through law enforcement and crime prevention....

Correctional Sergeant

  • Newport, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport, KY
  • 3 days ago

A bachelor's degree from a college or university in corrections, criminal justice, law enforcement or a related major field will substitute for the year of required experience....

Correctional Sergeant II

  • Windsor, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Windsor, NC
  • 3 days ago

This position is located at Bertie Correctional Institution, a medium security prison housing approximately 831 adult male offenders. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to...

Correctional Sergeant I

  • Troy, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Troy, NC
  • 3 days ago

Reporting to the Correctional Housing Unit Manager II, this position provides supervision for subordinate officers regarding their assigned tasks with male inmates in a Minimum/Medium/Close...

Correctional Sergeant III

  • Snow Hill, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Snow Hill, NC
  • 3 days ago

The Correctional Sergeant III position is located at Eastern Correctional Institution in Maury, which houses approximately 477 medium or close custody male offenders....

Corrections Sergeant

  • Pierre, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 3 days ago

PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Job ID: 31955 Agency: Department of Corrections Location: Pierre Salary: $26.00 to $30.00 Hourly, depending on...

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Salary for Sergeant Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLawEnforcement research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sergeant positions.



Highest Education Level

Sergeants offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.0%
Master's Degree
17.7%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.8%
Some College
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sergeants
None
36.7%
4-6 years
12.9%
2-4 years
11.1%
10+ years
9.7%
8-10 years
9.0%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
6.9%
Less than 1 year
4.9%


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