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Sergeant

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Position Number: 7031450
Location: Grayslake, IL
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Sergeant
College of Lake County

Full Time
REQ-00000800

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time or part-time under 20 hours employees (ex: health insurance).

Position Title:

Sergeant

Job Summary:

Under the administrative supervision of the Chief of Police, and reporting directly to the Lieutenant, the Sergeant is responsible for the supervision and leadership of a patrol shift. The Sergeant coordinates the enforcement duties by directing the activities of the patrol shift, specialty divisions and the civilian workforce within the Police Department. The Sergeant leads and directs the shift efforts in providing services to the College community and the protection of College assets at all campus locations. The Sergeant is responsible for the enforcement of state and local laws, and the College of Lake County rules, regulations and policies. The Sergeant directs community policing efforts to the campus community through administrative directives, directed patrols, program coordination and development, and by soliciting public participation.

Job Description:

Operations Management - 30%

Serves as Acting Chief of Police in absence of Chief, Deputy Chief, and Lieutenant.
Assists in selection process and search committees for sworn and civilian personnel.
Disseminates emergency notifications to college administration, faculty, staff, and students 24/7.
Participates in development of Police Department policies and procedures.
Stays current on law enforcement trends; serves as Campus Security Authority per Clery Act.
Manages and participates in investigations reported during shifts.
Ensures patrol activities are efficient and effective; communicates critical info to college and external agencies.
Directs traffic control, traffic management, and orderly parking arrangements.
Enforces parking and traffic regulations; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary.
Provides leadership and control during campus emergencies, deploying personnel per emergency procedures.
Makes arrests for on-view crimes as permitted by state statute.
Conducts inspections of detention area, interview room, department facilities, vehicles, radios, uniforms, and equipment at all campuses.
Provides input for department budget development and administration; monitors expenditures and recommends adjustments.
Prepares operational plans for major events.

Strategic Leadership/Project Management - 10%

Develops and implements goals and objectives; coaches and mentors future department leaders.
Identifies and implements improvements to service delivery methods and procedures.
Assesses resource needs and collaborates with leadership and college management.
Contributes to department plans, recommendations, and strategic plans.

Personnel Management - 50%

Manages investigative unit and criminal complaints; assists with court presentations and assigns detectives.
Assigns work, motivates, disciplines, leads, counsels, and evaluates employees.
Manages Communications and Community Service Officer divisions, along with sworn personnel.
Oversees ongoing training for all department personnel.
Conducts internal investigations into alleged employee misconduct as directed.
Supervises all shift activities in the Police Department.
Conducts disciplinary conferences as needed.
Ensures all personnel receive legally mandated training.
Ensures proper staffing levels, manages scheduling for leave, training, and filling vacancies.
Assigns work and determines responses to calls for service.
Provides technical advice on situational responses.

Community Relations - 5%

Implements and promotes safety, health, loss prevention, and crime prevention programs.
Participates in internal and external professional group meetings and committees.
Promotes a positive, friendly, and helpful image of the police department to the college community.
Provides assistance to students, staff, and visitors.

Other - 5%

Manages payroll through Workday; handles leave time and overtime requests.
Reviews and approves written reports for completeness and accuracy.
Participates in patrol functions: responding to calls, providing backup, responding to suspicious activity, collecting evidence, and preparing reports.
Remains on-call 24/7 hours for emergencies.
Oversees personnel assigned to outside task forces.
Provides outside agencies with copies of police reports, including background checks on police applicants.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license and F.O.I.D. card
Prior law enforcement supervisory experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comprehensive knowledge of law enforcement operations, practices, and investigative techniques
Proficiency in advanced patrol methods, officer safety, and traffic enforcement
Knowledge of laws governing arrest, custody, and court procedures
Skilled in the use of firearms and modern police equipment
Understanding of relevant court decisions and applicable federal, state, and local laws
Experience with supervision, training, and performance evaluation
Basic knowledge of budgeting and resource management
Proficiency in report writing and modern office/computer systems
Familiarity with the criminal justice system, including courts and corrections

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Completion of Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command or Southern Police Institute Administrative Officer Course
Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Key Skills and Abilities

Supervise, train, and evaluate personnel
Interpret and apply College of Lake County policies, procedures, and department general orders
Address sensitive community and organizational issues with sound judgment
Respond effectively to public inquiries and information requests
Prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports
Analyze emergency situations and implement appropriate responses
Safely and effectively operate law enforcement equipment, including firearms
Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing
Build and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders

Hourly Rate: $29.80/hour

Application Deadline: April 8, 2026

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full time

Total Hours Per Week:

Position Type:

Staff

Job Family:

Specialist

Posting Date:

03/25/2026

Expected Start Date:

05/26/2026

Compensation Grade:

C42

Location:

Grayslake Campus

Department:

Dispatch, Community Service & Patrol Sub Department

EEO Statement

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

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