Sergeant Jobs in California

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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Sworn Public Safety Sergeant, (Classified Management)

  • Fairfield, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 4 days ago

Patrol and conduct traffic enforcement....

Correctional Sergeant

  • Corcoran, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Corcoran, CA
  • 5 days ago

-XXX Working Title: Correctional Sergeant Classification: CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT $7,946.00 - $9,992.00 A $8,443.00 - $10,617.00 J # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Kings County Telework: In Office...

Police Sergeant #558

  • Stockton, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 6 days ago

Develops, coordinates and presents District Crime Prevention and Safety Programs. Work with community groups to provide a safe, orderly and secure academic learning environment....

Correctional Sergeant

  • Corcoran, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Corcoran, CA
  • 7 days ago

and Duties Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. CalCareers Individuals who are eligible for a Training and...

Police Sergeant

  • Ukiah, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Ukiah, CA
  • 7 days ago

Knowledge of: Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques, and police records and reports....

Police Sergeant - San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago

Police Sergeant - San Francisco Employees in this job classification, under the direction of a Lieutenant, lead the day-to-day operations of the Law Enforcement Unit; directs and monitors the workflow...

Correctional Sergeant (Limited Term Full Time)

  • Madera, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Madera, CA
  • 10 days ago

and Duties This advertisement is for a 12 month Limited Term, Full-Time position that may be extended to 24 months, or may become permanent. This position is located in Chowchilla, Madera County....

Correctional Sergeant (Permanent Full Time)

  • Madera, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Madera, CA
  • 10 days ago

and Duties This advertisement is for a Permanent/Full-Time position. This position is located in Chowchilla, Madera County. Please indicate the position number and job control number on your...

Correctional Sergeant

  • San Joaquin, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Joaquin, CA
  • 15 days ago

This advertisement is for a Correctional Sergeant position(s) located at California Health Care Facility in Stockton, San Joaquin County....

Police Sergeant

  • Winters, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Winters, CA
  • 20 days ago

enforcement, crime investigation and prevention, and officer safety The functions of and organization of municipal law enforcement agencies Pertinent federal, state, and local laws and ordinances Principles...

Police Sergeant

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 27 days ago

The Police Sergeant will supervise department employees engaged in patrol, traffic, criminal investigations, crime prevention, outreach, training and development, recruitment and hiring, and other department...

Employees in this class supervise an assigned patrol watch or program unit, and provide leadership for ongoing law enforcement, crime prevention and investigative and administrative activities....

Police Sergeant - Public Safety

  • Lancaster, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Active California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification....

Police Sergeant - Georgetown University Police Department (GUPD)

  • Cypress, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Engage in community policing and crime prevention activities. Work on assigned special assignments including, but not limited to Investigations or Crime Prevention Program....

Police Sergeant ( Internal & Lateral)

  • Winters, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winters, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Knowledge of: English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; general practices of basic report writing Principles and practices of law enforcement, crime investigation and prevention, and officer...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Sergeant Jobs in California

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 in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
Master's Degree
17.7%
High School or GED
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
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 in California
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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