Police Sergeant

Police Sergeant
Division of Public Safety

Please Note: You Must have a current Police
Sergeant register score to be eligible for these vacancies.

The Division of Public Safety is now accepting
applications for Police Sergeant to perform supervisory police work which
involves responsibility for supervising and assisting in the management of
police patrol, criminal investigation, training, and in the performance of
general daily supervisory duties. This position frequently participates in the
work performed by subordinate Police Officers and assumes complete charge in
the event of the absence of a superior officer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist superior in planning, organizing, directing, staffing, coordinating, and reporting activities of subordinate Police Officers assigned to a police patrol shift/unit to assure compliance with Written Directives and effectively meet the mission of the police department.
  
  • A. Assign and brief police officers at the beginning of a shift;
  • B. Patrol the University community observing, supervising, and instructing subordinate officers;
  • C. Respond to police incidents requiring supervisory coordination;
  • D. Provide effective emergency response and take charge of incident control at major incidents in the absence of a senior officer;
  • E. Assist and instruct subordinate officers during investigations or difficult or unusual incidents;
  • F. Review and approve the work of assigned subordinate police officers;
  • G. Evaluate the performance of subordinate employees and identify and meet training needs if appropriate;
  • H. Schedule, or assist in scheduling, subordinate Police Officers to provide appropriate staffing levels for vacations, sickness, court appearances, special events, etc.
• Assist in the supervision of telecommunicators, security guard officers, and student patrol officers.
• Perform the functions and duties of the superior officer during scheduled and non-scheduled absences.
• Assist in the supervision or, in the absence of a superior, command special event details such as sporting events, concerts, parades, etc.
• Assist in staff studies and program development/coordination of activities and directives pertinent to the activity group.
• Act as a campus security authority, as defined by the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, to include completing training and the timely reporting to the University of Illinois Police allegations of Clery Act crimes.
• Act as a responsible employee under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which includes the timely reporting of incidents of sexual harassment/misconduct to the University of Illinois' Title IX coordinator.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Requirements - good physical condition as occasional physical exertion is intensive and demanding. Ability to perform defensive tactics necessary. Work hours may exceed ten hour days or forty hour weeks.

Work Environment - there is always a risk of personal danger and harm. Some of the work is completed in the office, however, the majority of the work is done in the field. Sometimes there is discomfort in working in all kinds of weather at all hours in very dangerous and adverse conditions and circumstances.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• No record of conviction of a felony or misdemeanors as identified in
  the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILCS 705 et seq.), or a crime
  involving moral turpitude.
• Eligibility for bonding, if required by the employing institution.
• Successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Officers'
  Training course as prescribed by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training
  & Standards Board, if required by the employing institution. All
  recruit law enforcement officers who successfully complete this course
  after September 1, 1984 are required to successfully pass the Law
  Enforcement Officers' Certification Examination. (Applicants lacking
  such training at time of appointment will be required to complete such
  requirement during, and as a part of, their probationary period of
  employment in this class.)
• At least 21 years of age upon employment. (This requirement may be
  further defined by local recruitment, examination, and employment
  policies, provided age requirements have been met with regard to all
  other applicable state and federal regulations in this respect.)

ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

• Associate's degree (or 60 semester credit hours) granted by an
  accredited institution of higher education, preferably in police
  science, law enforcement, or other police or law curriculum.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of full-time experience as a police
  officer with a federal, state, county, college or university, municipal,
  or public institutional police organization having a recognized merit
  system.

NOTE: Persons who have not successfully completed the mandated
firearm training course, as approved and recognized by the Illinois Law
Enforcement Training & Standards Board, must complete the course
during their probationary period. Police officers are not authorized to
carry a service weapon until successfully completing such training.

NOTE: Educational credit given only for coursework taken at a
college/university accredited by one of the following associations:

• Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
• North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
• New England Association of Schools and Colleges
• Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
• Western Association of Schools and Colleges

NOTE: Upon an employee's request, a waiver of educational requirements
for supervisory positions can
be submitted and considered for current police officers originally and
continuously employed by the state
university system prior to June 1, 2010.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of Illinois Criminal Statutes, Illinois vehicle code, local ordinances, University rules and regulations, and civil law related to the police mission;
• Considerable knowledge of University community geography;
• Considerable knowledge of University Police Department Directives;
• Considerable knowledge of modern approved principals, practices, and procedures of police work;
• Knowledge of recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding police methods and techniques, particularly as related to police patrol operations;
• Ability to understand, carry out, and issue verbal and written instructions;
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively during normal conditions and stressful and emergency circumstances;
• Ability to gather information and prepare clear, comprehensive and accurate reports.
• Ability to lead officers and to command their respect;
• Ability to analyze police situations rapidly and accurately and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and conditions;
• Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe manner during normal conditions and stressful and emergency circumstances;
• Skill in the use of firearms and other defensive tactics (weapons and unarmed);
• Ability to enforce laws, ordinances, rules and regulations with tact, impartiality, and firmness;
• Ability to mentally and physically react effectively, quickly, calmly, and rationally during times of conflict and emergencies;

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3081 - Police Sergeant position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The negotiated wage for this position is $45.98/hr.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 21, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Application materials should include
a cover letter, a current resume, and at least three references, including
contact information.

This position is not
eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jen Cochrane at walburnc@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.

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