Certified Sergeant Opening
Open until Filled.
Colfax County Sheriff is looking for a motivated, experienced, certified law enforcement officer interested in advancing their career. This is a Sergeant position (which is one of 2 department Sergeant positions) responsible for supervising a shift of 3-4 certified officers. The position is responsible for supervising patrol deputies on both day and night shift, reviewing reports for approval, reviewing recorded footage, completing employee reviews, all while also ensuring proactive communication with county officials, local towns, and village offices. Due to this being a supervisory position, Nebraska Law Enforcement Supervisor Certification is preferred, however not required with at least 8 years of experience in law enforcement. Requires strong communication skills, conflict resolution, organization, and reliability/trustworthiness. Benefits Package includes paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, insurance package coverage, retirement, and a take home patrol vehicle. The position is provided with uniforms, a laptop for remote working, and all equipment necessary to complete job tasks. Schedule is a rotating Panama schedule 12 hours per day, mid-shift with room for flexibility. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, hold a valid Nebraska driver’s license, and pass a criminal background check. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
Certified law enforcement officers in the State of Nebraska are eligible to have their children attend an in-state university or educational institution free of tuition through the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act. See First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act | Nebraska Department of Revenue. Additionally, the Law Enforcement Attraction and Retention Act (LEAR) is available to certified officers in Nebraska, created with the purpose of attracting and retaining law enforcement officers in the State of Nebraska through direct payments to officers depending on years of service to their departments. See Law Enforcement Attraction and Retention Act (L.E.A.R.) | Nebraska Crime Commission