Police Lieutenant

Bountiful CityBountiful, UT
Onsite

About The Position

Supervises a Division or Divisions and has the full responsibility for the efficient and successful operations of the Division (s). Assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating and directing of the personnel and the resources of the department toward achieving the goals of security, peace and well being.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in use of motor vehicle
  • Proficiency in use of department firearm(s)
  • Maintain skill in Arrest Control Techniques
  • Proficiency with department impact tools and other less lethal munitions as required
  • Must possess the physical skill and agility necessary to apprehend, detain and control a suspect
  • Must have good verbal communication skills
  • Must have good organizational skills and good problem-solving skills
  • Essential knowledge of leadership skills and techniques
  • Requires a high school diploma
  • Possession of a Utah POST Basic Law Enforcement Officer Certification
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate valid Utah driver's license
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb
  • Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards
  • Ability to travel to different sites and locations
  • Must successfully pass the department's physical fitness criteria
  • Must successfully pass a background check
  • Must successfully pass a driving record check
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Must successfully pass the assessment center
  • Must successfully pass a psychological test

Nice To Haves

  • Preference will be given to those with three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises a Division or Divisions and has the full responsibility for the efficient and successful operations of the Division (s).
  • Assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating and directing of the personnel and the resources of the department toward achieving the goals of security, peace and well being.
  • Reviews all reports generated by the Division(s) and maintains an awareness of the overall activity of the department.
  • Assists in the research, planning, coordination, inspection, and budgetary process of the department.
  • Evaluates the performance of subordinates and when necessary, recommends disciplinary action.
  • Assigned to internal affairs investigations as required.
  • Directly responsible for the following special functions: Training, CRU Team, DUI and other Contract Work, Building Maintenance, Equipment, Radio Fleet, Comprehensive Emergency Management, Community Outreach.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance (Bountiful pays 100% of premium for employees, 95% for two-party, 90% for family)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance (optional, paid by employee)
  • Life Insurance (provided by City, two times annual salary + $10,000 for employee, $10,000 for spouse, $10,000 per dependent)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FLEX$) for medical and dependent childcare expenses
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions from City for High-Deductible plan enrollees ($1000 single, $2,000 two-party, $3,000 family annually)
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) (optional, paid by employee)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD) (City pays premium, 66.67% salary replacement after 90-day waiting period)
  • Sick Leave (accrue 3.70 hours per pay period, no cap)
  • Vacation Leave (accrue 3.70 hours per pay period, max 240 hours carryover, accrual rates increase with service)
  • Paid Holidays (twelve per year)
  • Employee Assistance Program (through Blomquist Hale, paid by City)
  • COLA and Merit Increases (based on performance, market, and funds)
  • Retirement – Pension (City funds pension plan and/or 401(k) through URS)
  • Retirement – Savings Plans (option to contribute to 401(k), 457, Roth IRA)
  • Bereavement/Funeral Leave
  • Family Medical Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Cell Phone Stipends
  • Uniform Stipends
  • Safety Awards
  • Training Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Luncheons
  • Years of Service Awards
  • Department specific awards
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