Kent, Washington
Columbia, South Carolina, South Carolina
Posted: 15-Aug-24
Location: Dallas, Texas
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 24011923
Job Title: Police Lieutenant
Department: Public Safety
Scope: North Texas West Region
JOB SUMMARY
The Lieutenant is a sworn officer who assists department Directors in development and maintenance of goals and procedures. Reviews and evaluates departmental policies. Utilizes data-based, interpersonal, and communication skills in order to oversee continuous quality in areas of law enforcement and public safety experience. Evaluates and prioritizes personnel assignments and operational responses to incidents involving Police and Security issues.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Supervises and guides subordinates in enforcing laws, ordinances, policies and procedures for the police department.
- Assists in developing and achieving departmental goals.
- Reviews and participates in the development of policies and Standard Operating Guidelines.
- Assesses personnel and asset needs necessary for Police and Security operations.
- Interacts with Managers of other departments to promote operational effectiveness.
- Conducts operational level inquiries into citizen complaints regarding Police and Security Officers.
- Responsible for Police and Security operations on a Regional level, normally comprised of two or three campuses.
- Handles sensitive investigations and information in a professional manner, safeguarding confidential information obtained through investigation or from Law Enforcement authorities.
- Reviews crime data and directs resources accordingly.
- Reviews Use of Force incidents and personnel training mandates to ensure legal compliance. ? Interact with community to address crime concerns, safety training and crime prevention.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Good interpersonal and public relations skills.
- Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
- Able to balance multiple demands and respond to time constraints.
- Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
- Attain and maintain a minimum passing score of 80% accuracy during firearms qualification and requalification.
- Ability to make operational choices around how work gets done quality and productivity standards, measurable goals for employees and project teams, etc.
- Ability to use broader intentions to regulate how best to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- Ability to make or approve effective hiring and termination judgments.
- Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the managed organization.
- Basic business knowledge, including but not limited to: annual planning and goal setting, adherence to budgets, employee compensation, compliance and risk management.
- General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, and email.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Licensed Peace Officer (LPO): TCLEOSE Licensed Peace Officer Required.
Drivers License (TXDL): If moving from out of state must obtain valid TX DL within 90 days of hire.
- 2 years Internal Police Leadership Experience Preferred