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A Police Sergeant is a police officer who supervises and guides other officers. Their role is to perform and monitor daily activities or operations. Their responsibilities are for supervising and guiding staff, providing training, evaluating performance, investigating allegations of misconduct by personnel, educating staff about regulations, enforcing strict adherence to policies and procedures, preparing documents and reports, reviewing documents, performing inspections, testifying in court, and followup with personnel and senior officers.

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9.0 years
$79K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
6.11 years
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  • Associate Degree In Criminal Justice
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    Avg. Duration:20 monthsAvg. Fees:$20,220Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Business Administration (b.b.a.)
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    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,453Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Science (b.sc.) In Criminal Justice
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    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$26,899Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree In Business Administration
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    Avg. Duration:18 monthsAvg. Fees:$15,161Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree In Criminal Justice
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    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$26,899Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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