Police Lieutenant

Position Summary:

The Police Lieutenant is an integral part of the Police Department who is expected to be a problem solver and independent thinker. The Lieutenant is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the department and will assist the Chief of Police with various administrative tasks to include personnel, budget, facilities, and operations of the department. In the absence of the Chief of Police, the Lieutenant will assume the role of Chief of Police.

Essential Functions:

• Acts as direct supervisor of sergeants, detectives and the School Resource Officer (SRO) and in absence of sergeant, supervises patrol officers and code enforcement officer including planning organizing, and coordinating their activities, evaluating personnel performance or reviewing performance evaluations, assigning duties and determining training needs; conducts or supervises internal investigations and administers discipline; performs uniform, vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Instructs and trains officers on enforcement of laws and ordinances, crime prevention, patrol procedures, special work assignments and departmental rules and regulations; maintains related records and forms.
• Prepares a variety of written reports including crime, incident and accident reports, budgets, personnel evaluations and training programs in a concise and timely manner. May be assigned preparation of comprehensive departmental plans, policies or procedure manuals and reports.
• Oversees and may personally participate in investigating criminal law violations occurring within the jurisdiction of the department, obtaining evidence and compiling information regarding these crimes, preparing cases for filing of charges, testifying in court, and related activities.
• Directs operations at major crime scenes and emergency situations, ensuring conformance with interagency agreements and other policies/guidelines.
• Promptly responds and resolves citizen questions and complaints and speaks at various community events on a variety of community-oriented topics. Works cooperatively with other law enforcement agencies to provide appropriate and effective police services.
• Assists the Chief of Police in implementing goals and objectives of the City Manager and the City Council for the Police Department.
• Maintains the ability and qualifications to function and perform all of the duties of a uniformed police officer; participates in routine patrol and investigative operations; and handles routine and emergency calls for service.
• Maintains the required standard of confidentiality for departmental and City-wide issues.
• Works harmoniously and effectively as a positive, cooperative, team-oriented member with public, co-workers, subordinates, and supervisors.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Certified Police Officer of the State of Oregon;
• Completion of mid-management DPSST course within 1 year of appointment;
• Minimum of seven (7) years of police experience, to include three (3) years of supervisory experience; or any combination of experience and educational training that demonstrates provision of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in police administration, criminal justice, law enforcement management or a closely related field;
• Experience with labor unions.