Lieutenant

Hartsville, SC
Hartsville Police Department

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of complex law enforcement duties in the Detective, Patrol, Community Outreach, and Administrative Divisions of the Police Department and other law enforcement related activities.

Essential Functions:

  • Carries out duties in compliance with and enforces the laws of the State, United States and the ordinances of the City.
  • Assists in attaining the department’s objectives by directing and coordinating the activities of the patrol, investigative, and administrative personnel.
  • Oversees and may personally participate in investigating criminal law violations occurring within the jurisdiction of the department, obtaining evidences and compiling information regarding these crimes, preparing cases for filing of charges, testifying in court, and related activities.
  • Functions as Executive officer to the Chief of Police, or designee, in all operational matters as appropriate; acts as backup for all departmental public appearances in absence of Chief or Captain.
  • Attends executive level symposium and workshops to improve professional knowledge at highest management level.
  • Communicates with news media in a timely manner for news releases.
  • Plans, supervises, assigns and reviews the work of subordinates; communicates assignments effectively; evaluates job performance and makes staffing recommendations.
  • Handles serious or unusual situations; taking active charge; advises supervisors on deployment of personnel during emergency responses.
  • Coordinates and supervises the training, assignment, development of subordinate police officers; assists with the management of community mobilization and problem solving.
  • Assists in preparation and administration of the department budget.
  • Supervises and maintains contact with personnel to coordinate investigation activities, provides mutual assistance during emergency situations and provides general information about Department activities.
  • Maintains contact with the general public, court officials, groups, committees, and other City officials in the performance of police activities, as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with major study in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field; and
  • Four (4) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience with two (2) years in a supervisory rank; and
  • Completion of the South Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Academy and local Field Training; or
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • At least 21 years of age.
  • Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.
  • Must meet Department’s physical agility standards.