Police Sergeant - Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe

Program: Law Enforcement	Salary Grade: GS-19
Supervisor: Chief of Police	Salary Range: $29.31-$35.00
Non-exempt	Regular Full-time

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Chief of Police, this position is the field or office supervisor with administrative responsibilities for training, scheduling and overseeing a shift or multiple shifts of subordinate Tribal Police Officer(s) and employees of the Law Enforcement Program. Position may represent FPST as a member of a Special Narcotic and Gang Task Force.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the Chiefs direction, schedules shifts for the department and oversees activities on assigned shift.
Supervises and provides input to evaluations and direction to Tribal Police Officer(s) who work on his/her shift.
Provides on-the-job training, schedules formal training and reports to the Chief in writing all activities occurring on the shift. Reviews reports of officers on Sergeant’s shift prior to submitting them to Chief.
Responds to complaints or emergencies, conducts investigations and prepares related reports.
Takes charge of difficult field situations as needed, including times of emergencies or staffing limitations.
May testify in court as needed.
Performs other job related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Must live within a thirty (30) minute response time to the reservation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must be skilled and trained in the use of firearms, baton and chemical agents.
Must have completed or will successfully complete emergency vehicle operator’s course within two (2) months of employment.
Must have demonstrated the ability to work well with people.
Must possess knowledge of basic criminal law and police methods and have or be willing to obtain knowledge of Tribal laws.
Must have and participate in training for; handcuffing techniques, emergency vehicle operator’s course, care and use of firearms, baton and chemical agents.
Current in CPR and First Aid Certification.
Certified as instructor in at least two (2) areas relating to Law Enforcement.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in particular Native American, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.

Skilled in:

Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and safety standards.
Interpreting, applying and explaining Federal and Tribal laws, regulations and policies.
Cope with adverse situations firmly, courteously and with respect for individual rights.
Crime scene preservation and collection of evidence.
Operate vehicle safely and effectively in normal and emergency situations.
Safe and effective use of firearms, impact weapons and chemical agents.
Determining and executing proper course of action under emergency conditions.
Using initiative and independent judgement within established policy guidelines.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS – Applicants who hold NV Cat I Certification

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Requires a Nevada Post Category 1 certificate

Three (3) years’ experience in Law Enforcement required; two (2) years supervisory experience required. May consider similar combination of education and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
Completion of or the ability to successfully complete a first line supervision course.
Must have knowledge of Law Enforcement principles and practices along with investigation techniques.
Must be familiar with Tribal, County, State and Federal laws along with DMV codes, and the care and use of firearms.
Must be CPR and First Aid certified.
Must have supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to motivate and supervise subordinate employees.
Must have demonstrated ability to write accurate and concise investigative reports and interview people in stressful situations.
Must be able to analyze evidence and draw accurate, logical conclusions.
Must be able to deal courteously but firmly with suspects and remain calm and objective in tense and confusing situations.
Must be able to respond quickly and per procedure and training, appropriate to the situation.
Physical Requirements; Candidates must be in good physical condition in accordance with BIA physical standards. A physician must certify that the candidate is capable of sustained, strenuous physical exertion and participation in regular firearm and defensive tactics training.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe and Native American/Indian Preference; Employment preferences to members of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone and to members of federally-recognized Indian Tribes shall apply to this position pursuant to the Tribe’s Personnel Policies. Persons of Tribe and/or Indian ancestry and wish to claim these employment preferences should submit a copy of the Tribal Enrollment Card/Certification indicating the name of the Tribe they are enrolled with.

U.S. Veteran’s Preference; Preference to opportunities to veterans honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces shall apply to this position pursuant to the Tribe’s Personnel Policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer; The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national original, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, genetics or membership or non-membership in any employee organization, except as allowed by Federal and/or Tribal Law.

Drug Free Workplace; The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe is a drug-free workplace. All employees are subject to a pre-employment and random drug screens.

Driving Record; Employees must have a valid Nevada Driver’s License and be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance program, must also provide a DMV printout annually for those employees who drive Tribal vehicles.

Background Checks; All employees must be able to pass a background check per the Tribe’s Background Check Policy.

Position Description Limitations; this position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Tribe and the employee, and is subject to change by the Council as the needs of the Tribe and the requirements of the job change. This position description is not intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by any employee in this position and is not intended to reflect all duties performed within the position.