Police Lieutenant (Closed/Promotional)

City of Cypress•Cypress, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of a Police Captain, a Police Lieutenant plans, organizes and manages police operations, personnel, and administrative functions for an assigned division. Serves as a key member of the Police Management Team, responsible for strategic planning, policy implementation, risk management, and organizational leadership. Acts on behalf of a Police Captain, as necessary.

Requirements

Currently employed with the City of Cypress.
Two years of experience at the rank of Sergeant or above and a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Communications, Business Management, Public Administration or related field from an accredited college or university OR four years of experience at the rank of Sergeant or above and an Associate's degree.
A Bachelor's degree must be obtained within two academic years from the date of appointment.
A resume is required.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree in a related field
Completion of P.O.S.T. Supervisory Leadership Institute

Responsibilities

Reviews critical incidents, use of force, pursuits and complaints to ensure proper documentation, policy compliance and corrective action when necessary.
Participates in or oversees internal investigations, administrative reviews and performance management.
Oversees and ensures compliance with department policies, procedures and applicable laws; identifies and addresses organizational risk and liability.
Directs, supervises, inspects and coordinates the activities of all law enforcement and support personnel.
Schedules, assigns, supervises and reviews the work of assigned personnel.
Performs specialized work in investigations, communications, training, community relations and other police assignments.
Conducts audits and inspects personnel, equipment and records.
Regularly interfaces with citizen groups to discuss public safety strategies and department programs.
Establishes goals and objectives and evaluates the progress towards achievement.
Conducts traffic, crime and other special surveys and investigations and prepares comprehensive reports.
Determines basis for procedural changes and corrective actions.
Participates in employee selection, training, supervision and evaluation.
Analyzes work activities and technical reports including services provided, locations of criminal activity, and performance evaluations.
Creates employee training plans
Establishes work schedules and determines staffing deployment.
Prepares administrative and staffing reports.
Tracks and administers the budget for assigned area and makes budgetary recommendations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with coworkers, members of the supervisory/management team, City staff, other agencies, and the community; deliver outstanding internal and external customer service; communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with the public and fellow employees; solve problems and support the City's mission, policies, goals and objectives.