Title: Police Sergeant

Application Review Date: 10/6/2025

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Reporting to the Police Lieutenant, the Police Sergeant at Radford University is responsible for exercising supervisory responsibility of police officers and other staff assigned. Overall responsibilities include addressing personnel issues under University guidelines and applying sound leadership skills. The Sergeant will work with a diverse University population to enforce federal, state and local laws, while addressing safety, security, and crime prevention.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated progressive law enforcement experience which demonstrates accomplishments in meeting goals and objectives and comprehensive knowledge of University policy. Must possess Department of Criminal Justice Service law enforcement certification and successfully complete the department's Field Training Program. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, law enforcement techniques, procedures, operations, investigations, court procedures, crime prevention, safety, security, as well as broad knowledge and experience of police procedures, principles, and techniques. Demonstrated leadership and/or supervisor experience, including professional development, training and personnel guidance. Ability to work with a culturally diverse department and University community. Demonstrated experience with computer systems, such as Microsoft Office. Ability to use independent judgment and exercise considerable restraint under stressful situations, to perform strenuous physical activities such as running, lifting, jumping, bicycling, climbing and to operate a motor vehicle at high speeds in adverse conditions.

Must possess DCJS law enforcement certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Law Enforcement software and information systems. Experience with Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission accreditation standards. Experience with community policing programs. Have a working knowledge of the The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Knowledge of performance management systems and actions related.

Employment Conditions: Must have a criminal background check, Emergency call-in. FBI & criminal background check. Valid driver’s license & driver’s license check. Comprehensive medical & psychological examination.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: Yes

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: 28 day cycle – 160 hours monthly. Rotating shift to include weekends, nights, holidays, and occasional overtime required

Employee Classification: Law Enforcement Officer II

Department: Police Department

Starting Salary: $66,812

Department Contact Name: Scott D Shaffer

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5098

Department Contact Email: sshaffer@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.