Lieutenant - Sheriff'S Office (Department Promotional Only)

Washoe County • Reno, NV

5d

About The Position

Under direction, manages the daily operation of a subdivision or program in the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office. The role includes implementing, monitoring, and evaluating goals, objectives, procedures, standards, staff utilization, and costs, as well as performing related work as assigned.

This is a department-promotional-only recruitment to create an eligibility list for current or future vacancies. Applicants must have worked in the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office classified service for at least six months; unclassified appointees are not eligible. The existing Lieutenant eligibility list remains in effect until a new list is established. The appointing authority may select any eligible candidate from the qualifying list based on merit principles, processes, and agency operational needs.

The position is covered by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Supervisory Deputies Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employees must reside in Nevada or in specified neighboring California communities, including Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, or Susanville, by their first day of work. Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum of the higher classification’s salary range or at a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.

Qualified applicants will be invited to a Lieutenant Assessment Center, tentatively scheduled for the week of January 25, 2027. The assessment consists of exercises designed to evaluate entry-level knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to success as a Lieutenant. Candidates who pass will receive their score and rank on the eligible list.

Requirements

• Seven years of full-time paid public law enforcement experience, including two years as a Sergeant with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office.
• A valid driver’s license at the time of application, maintained for continued employment in this classification.
• A Nevada Advanced POST Certificate at the time of application.
• Maintain a Basic POST Certificate as a Category I Police Officer under NRS/NAC 289 for continued employment.
• Complete POST continuing education requirements under NRS/NAC 289 for continued employment.
• For assignments in Operations, be Patrol Certified as defined in WCSO Policies and Procedures at the time of application.
• Applicants must have at least six months of classified-service employment in the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office; unclassified appointees are ineligible.
• Reside in Nevada or in neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, or Susanville by the first day of work.

Nice To Haves

• Be resourceful and adaptable.
• Be committed to continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of a subdivision or program in the Sheriff’s Office.
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate goals, objectives, procedures, and standards.
• Manage staff utilization and costs.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Lead, support, and hold staff accountable.
• Learn and understand assigned operations, policies, and processes.
• Exercise sound judgment in managing personnel and operational challenges.
• Communicate effectively, keep others informed, and work collaboratively.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed