LAW ENFORCEMENT LIEUTENANT - 42000246 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

State of Florida • FL

83d • $80,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The incumbent in this position is responsible for directing the daily activities of Officers under his/her supervision. The supervision of others in the enforcement, prevention and suppression of criminal and regulatory violations relating to responsibilities under Chapter 570, Florida Statutes, is a unique, highly technical and specialized field of law enforcement requiring independent professional judgement. Activities include, but are not limited to, the supervision and enforcement of agricultural, horticultural, livestock laws, any criminal matter as specified in Section 570.65, Florida Statutes, any regulatory activities authorized by the Florida Administrative Code relating to law enforcement functions of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and any other related work required. The incumbent is responsible for the supervision of those employees assigned as directed and ensuring the proper and timely disposition of all violations and required reports. The incumbent notifies supervisor(s) of any significant occurrences which affect operations. Each Law Enforcement Lieutenant shall meet the qualifications of law enforcement officers established by Chapter 943, Florida Statutes. Each Law Enforcement Lieutenant is subject to and has the same arrest, jurisdiction and other authority provided for state law enforcement officers in Chapter 901, Florida Statutes. Each Lieutenant also has the same right and authority to carry arms as do the sheriffs of this state.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of full-time sworn law enforcement or sworn investigative experience.
• College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year for a maximum of one (1) year of the required experience.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Walther 9 mm pistol.
• Possess active Florida law enforcement certificate in compliance with Florida Statute 943 or have passed the State Officer Certification Exam (SOCE) prior to date of hire.
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must be a High School graduate or possess a GED.
• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no more than four moving traffic violations within the past three years.
• Have not been convicted of driving a vehicle or operating a vessel under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance within the past five years.
• Have not used cannabis illegally within the last two years.
• Have not used any illegal controlled substance, other than cannabis, within the last five years.
• Have not refused to submit to a breath/blood/urine test within the last five years.
• Have not been convicted of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
• Have not been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
• Have good moral character.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of Officers under supervision.
• Supervise enforcement, prevention, and suppression of criminal and regulatory violations.
• Ensure proper and timely disposition of all violations and required reports.
• Notify supervisors of significant occurrences affecting operations.

Benefits

• Uniforms and Dry-cleaning Allowance - All required uniforms, equipment and weapons are provided at no cost; Uniform maintenance allowance is $500 annually.
• Education and Training Incentive Payments - Sworn employees are eligible to receive up to $130 monthly for the completion of career development courses and/or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees