Sergeant

Minimum Education and Experience

Proof of satisfactory completion of a California P.O.S.T. certified basic police academy or completion of the California waiver process for California basic police academy.

A minimum of three years of recent full-time experience (post FTO) at a law enforcement agency performing duties comparable to those of a peace officer at Stanford University.  Campus law enforcement experience preferred but not required.

Graduation from High School or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) certificate.

Certificate and the completion of 60 college semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college.

Successful completion of a P.O.S.T. certified Supervisory school within 1 year of hire.

Not be in violation of Brady v. Maryland 373 U.S. 83 (1963).

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Meet all required minimum standards prescribed in Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031, including a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, fingerprinting, background investigation and medical/physical demands examination

Advanced interviewing, interrogation, and observation skills.

Maintain proficiency and training requirements mandated by department, university, Peace Officer Standards and Training, or county sheriff’s office.

Supervisory and leadership skills

Ability to pass a physical demands test relevant to the job requirements.

Ability to wear and breathe through a respirator.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Deputization by Santa Clara County’s Office of the Sheriff.

Valid California non-commercial driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

Maintain and retain minimal peace officer status requirements to perform job duties (e.g., arrest and control techniques, defensive tactics, high speed driving under stressful conditions, and proficiency with a variety of firearms).

Must be able to affect arrests, including subjects who may resist or attempt to flee.

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment related to job duties including being able to wear and breather through a respirator.

Vision not less than 20/100 in each eye; correctable to no less than 20/30 in each eye; without functional color blindness or impairment.

Constantly lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.

Frequently stand/walk/ sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, operate foot and/or hand controls.

Occasionally writing by hand.

Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, scrub/sweep/mop, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds, use a respirator.

Working Conditions

Work in emergency situations, confined spaces, intense life-threatening conditions, and inclement weather.

May have exposure to dangerous persons, firearms, bodily fluids, fumes, moving objects and noise.

Work irregular work hours, including overtime and holidays.

The expected pay range for this position is $66.35-$82.69 per hour; $138,000 to $172,000 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Work Standards

When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.

Interpersonal skills:  Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

Promote a Culture of Safety:  Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/

SELECTION PROCESS (specific order of the process is subject to change)

Application

Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ)

Written test and skills assessment

Oral Board Interview with department and university personnel

Background investigation, including a polygraph examination

Medical/Physical Demands Exam

Interview with the Director of Public Safety

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

 Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.