How much does a Police Sergeant make in Sarasota, FL? The average Police Sergeant salary in Sarasota, FL is $80,199 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $64,638 and $89,489. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Police Sergeant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Sergeant Salary $50,471 Sarasota,FL February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Police Sergeant Salary $64,638 Sarasota,FL February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Police Sergeant Salary $80,199 Sarasota,FL February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Police Sergeant Salary $89,489 Sarasota,FL February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Police Sergeant Salary $97,948 Sarasota,FL February 26, 2024
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Standard Operating Procedures: A standard operating procedure (SOP) is a set of step-by-step instructions compiled by an organization to help workers carry out routine operations.

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Quality control 0.09%
product knowledge 0.37%
Others 98.81%

Job Description for Police Sergeant

Police Sergeant is responsible for supervising patrol officers and agents as assigned and maintaining the chain of command within the operations of the department. Responsible for developing training programs for department personnel, directing special units, preparing special reports or projects as assigned, receiving and reviewing reports from officers, and assigning personnel in accordance to specific needs. Being a Police Sergeant requires a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 5-7 years of law enforcement experience. Typically reports to a chief of police, captain, or lieutenant. The Police Sergeant manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Police Sergeant typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Police Sergeant

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For Police Sergeant, the first career path typically progresses to Campus Security Director.

Additionally, the second career path typically starts with a Police Lieutenant position, and then progresses to Sheriff/Police Chief.

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Police Sergeant salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Police Sergeant, the highest Police Sergeant salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Police Sergeant salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Police Sergeant salary is in Miami, FL, where the Police Sergeant salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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