Police Sergeant
Town of WarrentonVirginia, United States
Posted October 28, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
The Town of Warrenton is a local government entity in Virginia that provides municipal services such as public works maintenance, waste management, recreation, zoning, and emergency alert systems. It offers online platforms for bill payment, permits, and community engagement, and employs staff for infrastructure upkeep and public safety.
Job Description
This position is for a Police Sergeant on a medium-sized team. The role involves law enforcement duties, including patrolling, investigations, supervising subordinate personnel, and maintaining public safety. The Sergeant will focus on crime prevention, deterring crime, and ensuring adherence to law and procedures.
Requirements
- Manages Patrol Officers or Detectives on an assigned shift
- Briefs Officers/Detectives on daily work assignments
- Observes and instructs new personnel
- Assists and instructs subordinates
- Resolves problems
- Inspects officers’/detectives’ appearance, vehicles, and equipment
- Collects information in criminal investigations
- Enforces traffic laws
- Serves criminal warrants and search warrants
- Complete and review paperwork
- Participate in law enforcement training
