Sergeant, University of Chicago Police Department

Security Sergeant

Sergeants assigned to specialized units perform specific duties characteristic of the unit. A Sergeant may be assigned to any one of the following : Accreditation, Fleet Management, Investigative Services, Community Relations, Administration, Special Events or Recruitment. In addition to performing some or all the above-described duties, a Sergeant assigned to any of these specialized units provides knowledge, expertise, and experience which are unique to day-to-day operations of these units as well as unusual situations which may occur during law enforcement operations. The qualifications required of a Sergeant assigned to a specialized unit are subject to change depending on the changes in the Department's policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Position of Police Sergeant within the Department assigned to a patrol squad, specialized unit, or administrative unit.
• Provides supervision of their area of responsibility. In this capacity, the Sergeant prepares daily shift assignments and presents and trains recruits and officers.
• Reviews and approves reports.
• Prepares and investigates cases; responds to crime scenes; handles radio calls for service and dispatches personnel; keeps their superiors informed of issues of concern to the department.
• Trains and directs probationary officers.
• Manages crime scenes, serving as the incident commander when required and until relieved.
• Ensures all personnel are held accountable for complying with state and federal laws as well as Department and University policies.
• Performs related functions.

Competencies

Education, Experience, or Certifications

Certifications

Technical Knowledge or Skills

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Mental Demands

Required Documents

When applying, the documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Pay Rate Type : Hourly; Pay Range : $50.00 - $55.00. The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40; Union : Non-Union; Job is Exempt : No.

Drug Test Required : Yes; Health Screen Required : Yes; Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required : Yes.

Posting Date : 2025-08-20.

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form .

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at http : / / securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.