Police Lieutenant

La Vega ISD • Waco, TX

17h

About The Position

The Police Lieutenant assists the Chief of Police and/or designee in managing the District Police Department. The role supervises personnel and handles departmental administrative duties, while also performing the full range of duties of a police officer. The lieutenant maintains and enforces municipal, county, and state ordinances and laws, as well as district policies, directives, and standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Texas Police Officer License with Advanced Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must be bondable as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h).
• Knowledge of the overall operations of a police department.
• Knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, criminal law, and computer skills.
• Training in subduing offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
• Knowledge of writing clear and concise reports.
• Keen powers of observation and memory.
• Ability to work well with youth and adults.
• Three years of police supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief of Police and/or designee in managing the District Police Department.
• Supervise department personnel.
• Perform administrative duties for the department.
• Perform the full range of duties of a police officer.
• Maintain and enforce municipal, county, and state ordinances and laws, as well as district policies, directives, and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED