Lieutenant

Stanfield, OR
Stanfield Police Department

Position Summary:

Position will be a full-time Lieutenant position. Employee will work a minimum of 40 hours a week, with a flexible work schedule which may include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. This is an exempt position and not subject to overtime laws.

Works under the direction and guidance of the Chief of Police.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs the full range of Police Officer duties, in addition to a variety of supervisory tasks for the Stanfield Police Department.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including accurate documentation of department activities and monthly reports.
  • Prepares and conducts patrol shift briefings, including inspection of officers’ appearance, equipment, and beat assignment.
  • Supervises and evaluates the performance of subordinates, including disciplinary actions, positive feedback and coaching, continued training, and counseling while maintaining a professional working relationship.
  • Reviews reports in a timely manner while assuring accuracy completeness and grammatical correctness.
  • Assigns and reviews department investigations and documentation to assess follow up investigation needs or actions, and provide direction on matters related to patrol and legal paper processing.
  • Assists with the preparation and monitoring of scheduling to assure efficient and effective use of personnel and budget resources.
  • Assist with setting employee goals for performance and deadlines, organizing work flow, which meet with department needs.
  • Performs liaison functions between the Stanfield Police Department and outside agencies or other city departments.
  • Assures continuous accurate information flow between the administration and subordinates.
  • Appears in court, and is available to testify in matters which he/she has knowledge whether it be criminal or civil.
  • Assists in the coordination of the recruitment and selection process for new employees and coordination of the testing process.
  • Assists with determining the training needs for the Department and assures that certifications are maintained. Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment by department personnel.
  • Takes command of emergency call-outs; evaluates situation and determines the safest way to approach the problem while considering most likely means of success.
  • Responds to, evaluates and resolves citizen complaints and grievances. Investigates complaints concerning the conduct or performance of subordinates. Conducts internal affairs investigations as necessary.
  • Must be adaptable, and able to work various shifts and in inclement weather as assigned or needed, and be flexible with work schedules. This position will be subject to emergency callouts and available on-call by telephone.
  • Exercises full supervision over department employees engaged in the daily department operations. Assumes control of all operations and services in the absence of the Chief of Police.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Possess or be able to obtain at time of hire, a valid Oregon Drivers License without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
  • Possess any combination equivalent to an Associate’s Degree and/or four (4) years progressively responsible experience as a full-time law enforcement officer.
  • Possess an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Intermediate or Advanced police certificate
  • Possess or be able to obtain a Supervisory Certificate within two (2) years from date of hire or promotion.