Temple University
Role Inventory Form
Position Specifications
Job Class:
Role Inventory Title: Sergeant
Family:
SP
Level:
SP2
Department Title:
Salary Grade:
School/College/Department:
BU:
Sub Department:
FLSA:
Reports To:
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Date: July 1, 2016
Family Definition
Protective Services Definition: The members of the Protective Services have the specific training and knowledge necessary to uphold/maintain
security and safety at the University. Specifically, members of this role draw upon their:
Knowledge of: The law crimes code, motor vehicle code and rules of criminal procedure, criminal justice system, specialized knowledge of
forensic investigations/forensic software analysis, University disciplinary system (code of conduct), external and Temple-specific police
operations, including trends and best practices; emergency services; investigations; regulatory requirements; budget maintenance and projections,
effective management and distribution of resources (people, time and equipment); risk management and reduction; education/service program
development and delivery; and chain of command rules (including being under orders, definition of insubordination, and affirmative duty
obligation to protect).
Skills and abilities related to: Law enforcement; police officers certification (PA) including annual training and recertification (first aid, CPR,
firearms); security and safety, human relations and interpersonal influence; crisis management; supervision, resource management and utilization;
and scheduling and deployment of personnel.
In order to:
Enforce the law, acting as first level of government
Maintain and enhance cost efficiency while maintaining or increasing safety
Provide personal protective services for VIPs, in conjunction with major events and at times of civil disobedience, and personal escort
services as needed and requested
Maintain and keep in working order essential equipment, including firearms, emergency equipment, bicycles, uniforms, defibrillators
Keep fully up to date on the proper usage of the latest equipment
Coordinate building security resources, using both university and contract personnel
Make recommendations to enhance crime prevention through environmental design, education programs, crime mapping, proactive
patrol, and community service/rapport building
Make first responder decisions, including first contact and next stage decision-making
Conduct student outreach/prevention programs
Provide/Ensure physical security (protection of physical plant and inanimate objects)
Responsible for risk management and risk reduction
Serve as community ambassador and information resource, including providing referral/counseling/social services
Develop and deliver educational and orientation programs on safety and security (including personal defense), including University, local
school and community
Maintain records on crime statistics
Manage crime scene effectively, both behaviorally and in regard to physical evidence
Handle intake of presenting problem; may restrain and/or commit individual to appropriate facility (whether for own safety or for
purposes of prosecution)
Serve as liaison, maintain positive rapport, and coordinate resources with local municipal law enforcement
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Profile Elements of Position
Functional Contribution and Research
Performance of Duties/
Project Responsibilities
Manages all services and personnel on shift at particular campus. Implements effective and efficient
scheduling/deployment.
Makes recommendations for utilization of personnel and equipment for shift as necessary.
Performs assigned duties under general supervision, and standards and practices of the profession.
Supervises larger number of assigned staff, ensuring that appropriate standards are adhered to, e.g., timeliness,
grooming/appearance, proper deportment, investigation of complaints against personnel, etc.
Supervises the proper assignment of patrol personnel under command.
May interact, respond to and coordinate with other departments and with organizations/groups outside the University.
Monitors, instructs, and evaluates others in the application of departmental policies, practices, and ethical standards.
Responsible for the delivery of services/projects for Campus.
Detective
Performs assigned duties under general supervision, and standards and practices of the profession.
Manages investigation and case preparation.
May provide initial response to, and conduct investigations of, complaints.
Demonstrates high level of expertise/skills in investigative and analytical techniques.
Procedures, processes,
and standards
Works within established policies and procedures.
Ensures the adherence of others to the procedures and standards both directly and through subordinate supervisors.
Recommends process improvements.
Strategy
Supervises and carries out activities that support the goals of the department; considers the applicability of
subordinate recommendations for changes in workgroup or Campus strategies.
Relationships, Service & Community
Internal
Communicates with autonomy in areas under command.
Presents and communicates project status information to subordinates, peers and supervisors.
Interacts regularly with organizations/groups inside the University.
DetectiveInterviews all necessary individuals—whether offenders, witnesses, or others—as part of incidents being
investigated.
Coordinates activities with patrol force.
May disseminate information and conduct crime prevention presentations within University.
External
Responds to external contacts as needed according to established protocols; makes judgment to refer sensitive issues
to supervisor.
Gathers information from others and analyzes the implications.May give external presentations as directed and within
clearly defined guidelines.
DetectiveInteracts with/interviews external parties as needed as part of background investigation.
Interacts with external law enforcement personnel to coordinate collaborative investigations and share information
for crime prevention purposes. T
estifies in court as required.
Functional Team
Members
Communicates group goals to subordinate supervisors and responsibilities/tasks for specific projects/assignments;
ensures commitment. Directs/leads subordinate supervisors, ensuring effective communication and interaction within
the workgroup.
Provides supervision/mentoring to staff on technical, job performance and employee development issues.
Contributes to implementation of mission, carrying out direction given by leadership.
DetectiveServes as technical/information resource for division, including peers and line staff.
Problem Solving & Innovation
Scope of Issues
Supervises and ensures the proper initial response to all problems impacting the operations and/or outcomes of shift
for particular Campus.
Complex, time-limited problem solving within established policies typically affecting shift at a Campus.
Anticipates problems, makes supervisor aware of issues, and works with supervisor to resolve problem.
Problem Resolution/
Resources Available
Identifies variable types and levels of problems; provides appropriate solution according to defined policies.
Refers upward problems that are out of scope of position.
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Profile Elements of Position
Utilizes professional skills, experience and judgment to solve complex problems and to assess situations and
prioritize actions for self and others.
Shares and applies technical/behavioral knowledge within supervisory peer group.
Creativity and Innovation
Applies creative, intuitive, and innovative solutions to resolve complex problems within specific policy guidelines.
Has the ability to implement solutions within Campus shift under specific policies and standard practices.
Decision Making Impact
Context of Decisions
Decisions made within specific policies and area of expertise.
Some interpretation of procedures within guidelines.Maintains work group/unit procedures.
Typically suggests development and implementation of policies and procedures within Campus shift.
May be asked to provide input to department level decisions.
Provides guidance to subordinates in decision-making process.
DetectiveInterprets information provided by Officers in deciding investigative follow up actions.
Financial
Makes decisions with limited impact on department budget.
People
May participate in selection of candidates for Corporals and Officers.
Conducts performance evaluation and training activities, and addresses general HR issues.
Provides input into termination decisions.
DetectiveNA
Leadership and Training
Professional Development Identifies individual training needs and may suggest training programs. Provides training as needed. Can describe and
and Training
demonstrate essential tasks, techniques or practices to Officers and subordinate supervisors.
Provides examples of problem solving protocols.
DetectiveTrains officers in crime prevention methods.
Technical Leadership
Provides technical leadership within Campus shift.
May act as a technical resource within department.
Team Morale/
Role Model
Supports, demonstrates and encourages professional standards and accepted organizational values within Campus
shift.
Identifies morale issues and rebuilds/maintains positive morale of Campus shift.
Key Departmental Functions
(capsule statement and basic task list from dept and prior version descriptions)
Profiling Related Dimensions
A. Supervision:
Supervises Campus Police Officers and Security Officers under his/her command. Carries out
supervisory responsibility in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
B. Operating Budget range,
if Applicable:
C. Typical Education &
Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and zero to two years related
experience. Completion of the Municipal Police Officers Training course, and all relevant upgrade
programs.
D. Typical Equipment Used:
Ability to work in a wet or humid environment.
E. Environmental
Conditions:
Ability to work with explosives.
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Profiling Related Dimensions
Ability to drive in hazardous climatic conditions.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to speak clearly.
Ability to see clearly with corrective lens.
Ability to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel.
Ability to reach with hands and arms.
F. Expected Physical
Requirements:
Ability to work nights/weekends/early mornings.
Ability to work overtime.
Ability to climb or balance.
Ability to drive an automobile/light vehicle.
Ability to handle sensitive equipment.
G. Other Pertinent
Dimensions:
Note: This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically
mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.
University Compensation (JobClass Title Family Level)
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