Police Sergeant at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California
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About This Position
Overview
Job ID 37112162
Category Security and Public Safety
Organization Health Wellbeing and Safety
Department Police
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $141,525 - $181,301
Date Posted March 11, 2026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Direction
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: UC System
Position Information
Under the direction of a Police Lieutenant, the Police Sergeant supervises Police Officers and civilan employees of the department and ensures the effective operation of assigned personnel while maintaining the established chain of command. The Sergeant directs law enforcement operations and oversees the day-to-day activities of sworn and civilian staff to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures, regulations, orders, and applicable laws. This position provides leadership and direct supervision to an assigned unit, enforcing standards of conduct and performance expectations. The Sergeant inspects and evaluates the work of subordinates; provides ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback; conducts formal performance evaluations; and coordinates or delivers training to support professional development. The Sergeant takes appropriate corrective or disciplinary action when necessary to safeguard employee welfare, uphold departmental integrity, and ensure community safety. In the absence of a higher-ranking officer, the Sergeant assumes command responsibility. The position also requires performing patrol functions and other collateral duties as assigned.Please note that University of California career employees who have passed their probationary period will receive priority consideration for this position. If a qualified pool of internal candidates is not identified, qualified external candidates may be considered at the discretion of the hiring department. The full salary range for the Police Sergeant is $141,524.64 - $181,301.04 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| High school diploma or equivalent. | Required |
| Relevant experience in a supervisory roll, training and/ or four year college degree. | Preferred |
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum of 6 years of related experience in law enforcement. | Required |
| Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
| 3 years of experience in a University of California Police Department. | Preferred |
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Possess a valid California Driver's License. | Required |
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Possession of a POST Intermediate Certificate. | Required |
| Ability to successfully earn the POST Supervisory certificate by completing a POST-certified 80-hour Supervisor course within one year of appointment and serving as a Sergeant for a period of two years. Ability to successfully complete other training or prerequisites as required by regulation, law or policy. Successful medical and psychological evaluation required. | Required |
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Is at least 21 years of age and is a US citizen or has permanent resident alien status and achieves citizenship within three years. | Required |
| Has no felony convictions or other legal restrictions on the ability to carry firearms or to perform other work responsibilities. | Required |
| Solid experience performing all aspects of police officer functions. |
| Solid knowledge of law, regulation and University policy regarding public safety and law enforcement functions. |
| Solid knowledge of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment. |
| Solid ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. |
| Solid ability to take decisive action based upon sound judgment. |
| Solid ability to supervise and train staff in the relevant and necessary aspects of their duties. |
| Solid ability to operate computers and other relevant or specialized technology. |
| Solid knowledge of use and legal application of firearms and other police weapons, equipment or tools. |
| Ability to work rotating shifts in all weather conditions and during extended periods during disaster or civil disorder. |
| Solid ability to credibly represent the police department in an official capacity. |
| Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and possess a valid California Driver's License. |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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