A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.
JOB Under the general direction of a superior police officer, performs supervisory, managerial and technical work during each tour of duty in assigned area and/or task; does related work as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Performs related duties as required. Directs the overall activities of a squad or specialized section with responsibility for the effective implementation of all operations. Supervises police officers or other assigned personnel. Assigns and deploys personnel and equipment to provide maximum service and productivity. Advises subordinates on new or difficult situations. Ensures the effective and efficient use of personnel and resources to accomplish the mission, goals and objectives of the Department. Ensures personnel perform duties properly. Investigates and documents serious violations of Department policy, procedures, rules and regulations. Ensures personnel adhere to Department policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Assumes command of crime or major accident scenes or incidents involving police personnel, directing investigative activities as required. Promotes and maintains effective relations with the community, media, and public officials. Meets with and confers with community members to discuss public safety issues. Ensures all required records and reports of personnel are submitted accurately, completely, clearly and promptly. Conducts continual appraisal of squad operations and recommends or institutes corrective action as warranted. Directs continuing in-service training and career development of personnel. Skill in the use and care of firearms and in the operation of motor vehicles.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is open only to permanent full-time employees of the Stamford Police Department, who meet the qualifications stated below. A Sergeant must have served a minimum of two (2) years as a Sergeant as of the date of the test for Lieutenant in order to qualify to take such test.
SCOPE OF EXAMINATION
There will be a written examination weighted 30% (See below reading list) and an assessment center weighted 70%.
EXAMINATION DATES
Written - Saturday, October 24, 2026; Assessment Center - Sunday, October 25, 2026 •
POLICE LIEUTENANT PROMOTIONAL EXAM READING MATERIAL
November 21, 2017 2. Management and Supervision in Law Enforcement, 7th Edition >
Authors:
Kären M. Hess, Christine Hess Orthmann, Shaun E. LaDue > ISBN-13: 978-1285447926 > ISBN-10: 1285447921 >
Publisher:
Cengage Learning >
Publication Date:
January 1, 2015 3. Connecticut Law Enforcement Officers Field Manual (The Original Red Book) current Edition Chapters
I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII
•(CRIMES SECTION is
EXCLUDED
)• 4. Stamford Police General Orders (Appendix A) Located In Powerdms 5. Appendix A •General Orders Located in Powerdms 6.
Stamford Police Department General Orders:
1.01 Law Enforcement Function 1.02 Limits of Authority 1.03 Written Policy System 1.04 Jurisdiction and Mutual Aid 1.05 Harassment and Discrimination 1.06 Investigatory Stops 1.07 Strip and Body Cavity Searches 1.09 Bias-Based Policing 2.01 Organizational Structure 2.02 Goals and Objectives 2.03 Unity of Command/Span of Control 2.04 Authority and Responsibility 2.05 Management and Administration 2.06 Recording Police Officers 2.07 Line and Staff Inspections 2.08 Public Information- Media Relations 2.09 Uniform Standards and Dress Code 3.01 Use of Force - General 3.04 Impact Weapons 3.05 Reporting and Investigating Force 3.06 Vehicle Pursuit 3.07 Firearms 3.09 Use of Canines 4.01 Citizen Complaints 4.02 Investigating Misconduct and Citizen Complaints 4.05 Grievance Procedures 4.06 Drug and Alcohol Testing 4.07 Alcohol & Substance Abuse 5.01 Patrol Administration 5.02 Vehicle Operations 5.03 Equipment 5.05 Family Violence Investigations 5.06 Mentally Ill and Homeless Individuals 5.07 Arrest Processing 5.10 Securing Prisoners 5.11 Prisoner Transportation 5.14 Use of Social Media 5.26 Body Worn Cameras 6.16 Death Notifications 7.02 CBRNE 7.03 Response to Unusual Occurrences 7.06 Hostage Negotiations 7.07 Special Response Team 8.15 Workers Compensation 8.19 Staffing 8.20 Sick Leave 880 Critical Incident Response Cards Zero Tolerance Workplace Violence (City Policy)
