Police Lieutenant

City of Gig Harbor-posted 12 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Gig Harbor, WA
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The police lieutenant is responsible for supervision of the patrol, investigations, and administrative sections of the police department and ensures smooth day-to-day operations of the department. The police lieutenant reports to the chief of police and is governed by the demands of applicable federal, state, and local laws, and policies established by the police department and judicial rulings. The job duties and responsibilities represented in this job description do not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to undertake other projects consistent with the role as requested by a supervisor.

  • Manages and supervises staff assigned to them, including but not limited to interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints, grievances, and disputes; resolving problems; appraising performance; recommending promotions and disciplinary actions; implementing organizational changes; approving and schedule leave time; and recommending terminations as appropriate.
  • Acts as a management assistant to the chief of police in planning and evaluating organizational objectives, personnel performance, and the effectiveness of public safety programs.
  • Serves as acting police chief in the chief’s absence.
  • Creates and manages the personnel work schedules for all sections.
  • Fills in as the dayshift supervisor and responds to calls as needed.
  • Analyzes performance and policy and makes recommendations to the chief of police for continuous improvements.
  • Procures equipment and supplies.
  • Prepares all accounts payable documentation for processing, reviews and submits expenditure and reimbursement requests from the department.
  • Makes crime prevention presentations to civic and business groups.
  • Writes reports on alleged crimes, traffic incidents, crime prevention programs, and administrative issues.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current criminal and civil laws, recent court decisions, and technical skills in order to remain proficient in the performance of duty.
  • Performs all functions of a police officer in addition to management responsibilities.
  • Operates police patrol vehicles, jail van, patrol boat, police bicycle.
  • Supports and promotes the city's strategic and operational goals.
  • Maintains punctual and reliable attendance.
  • Supervision and oversight of the records section, investigations section, and property room/forensics.
  • Oversees and documents all department training.
  • Provides backup to the operations lieutenant in creation and management of the personnel work schedules for all sections.
  • Documents all department professional standards, such as use of force, vehicle accidents, and citizen complaints.
  • Makes budget recommendations to chief of police.
  • Grant management.
  • Prepares payment vouchers for goods and services.
  • Conducts preliminary reviews of use of force incidents or potential policy violations.
  • Conducts mid-level internal investigations.
  • Maintains standards for accreditation.
  • Serves on outside law enforcement committees, including the South Sound 911 Law Enforcement Operations Committee.
  • Supervision and oversight of the patrol section, including specialty units (e.g. marine services, bicycle) and Derelict Vessel Enforcement Program.
  • Acts as the school liaison for operational, security, and public relations tasks.
  • Coordinates department participation in Metro Teams
  • Serves on outside law enforcement committees, including the Pierce County DUI Task Force and South Sound 911 Operations Committee.
  • Oversees vehicle maintenance.
  • Leads planning for police support at large community events.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Six (6) years’ experience in a police service.
  • One (1) year as a first line supervisor.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • CJTC Peace Officer Certification.
  • First Level Supervisor Certification.
  • First Aid/CPR card or have the ability to obtain and maintain within six months of hire .
  • A valid Washington State driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire).
  • Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
  • A history of and ability to maintain safe and responsible driving that meets the city’s motor vehicle record minimum driving requirements.
  • Ability to pass a position-relevant pre-employment criminal background check, employment verification, pre-employment medical exam, pre-employment drug test, credit check, fingerprinting, polygraph and psychological examination.
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred, with a focus in communications, business administration, psychology, sociology preferred.
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