Police Lieutenant Salary $107,381.00

• $178,797.

00 Annually Location 1441 FAU Research Park Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, USA, FL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 01298 Department Office of Public Safety Division Law Enforcement Opening Date 09/16/2026 Closing Date 9/23/2026 5:00

PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Summary Objective Salary/Step Placement:

The salary range listed for this position reflects the full range of the applicable salary step schedule. The starting salary and step placement for the selected candidate will be determined based on verification of the candidate's current salary step, relevant experience, education, certifications, qualifications, and other applicable factors. Placement within the salary range is not guaranteed and may vary based on the selected candidate's verified qualifications. Please review the job description and the documentation requirements indicated below .

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APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT PROPER REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION WILL BE DEEMED INCOMPLETE AND WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

This recruitment may be used to identify candidates for initial or future command and program-development assignments. Applicants must identify each area of assignment interest in the application and upload documentation demonstrating the relevant supervisory experience, education, training, certifications, assignment history, and program-development or implementation accomplishments. Supporting documentation may include a detailed resume and assignment history, training and leadership certificates, letters or memoranda verifying assignments and responsibilities, and other verifiable records. Applicants must not submit confidential investigative files, criminal justice information, victim or witness information, personnel records belonging to another agency, or other sensitive agency records Candidates receive further communication via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. This is a sworn command and management classification responsible for leading a patrol watch, unit, section, or other major operational or administrative function. A Police Lieutenant supervises Sergeants and other assigned personnel; directs staffing and deployment; manages significant incidents; reviews operational performance; and translates Department priorities into effective daily operations. The Lieutenant may serve as watch commander, unit commander, or acting division commander. Regardless of rank or assignment, the incumbent remains responsible for performing full police officer duties whenever called upon or operationally required. Essential Functions The essential functions listed below represent the primary duties of this classification. The City and Department may assign additional job-related functions as operational needs require. Perform the full duties and responsibilities of a sworn police officer whenever assigned or operationally required, regardless of rank, division, unit, or normal duty assignment. Patrol assigned areas; respond to calls for service; protect life and property; preserve the peace; enforce federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; and take lawful enforcement action when appropriate. Investigate criminal activity, suspicious circumstances, traffic crashes, and other incidents; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; identify, collect, protect, and document evidence; and prepare complete and accurate reports. Detain, search, arrest, transport, and restrain persons when legally authorized, and use only the level of force objectively reasonable and consistent with law, policy, and training. Operate police vehicles in routine and emergency conditions, including emergency response and pursuit when authorized; direct and enforce traffic; and assist motorists and members of the public. Pursue fleeing suspects, conduct searches of persons, vehicles, buildings, and areas when legally authorized, and participate in rescue, evacuation, and emergency operations. Exercise sound independent judgment when determining reasonable suspicion, probable cause, enforcement options, officer-safety measures, and appropriate courses of action. Provide constitutional, unbiased, and professional police services; safeguard the rights and dignity of all persons; and use de-escalation and sound communication practices whenever feasible. Engage residents, businesses, visitors, and community partners; identify recurring public-safety or quality-of-life concerns; and participate in collaborative problem-solving and crime-prevention efforts. Testify in court, depositions, administrative proceedings, and other official forums; present facts clearly and accurately; and maintain the integrity of reports, evidence, and official records. Maintain proficiency with firearms, less-lethal systems, emergency vehicle operations, defensive tactics, communications equipment, information systems, and other assigned equipment. Respond during critical incidents, disasters, civil disturbances, severe weather, special events, and other emergencies, and perform duties within the Incident Command System or other established command structure as assigned. Comply with Department policies, City rules, lawful orders, training requirements, records requirements, safety practices, and applicable accreditation standards. Uphold rigorous standards of integrity, accountability, discipline, ethical conduct, professionalism, and public trust. Command a patrol watch, unit, section, or other assigned function and provide leadership, direction, accountability, and administrative oversight through subordinate supervisors. Supervise and evaluate Sergeants and other assigned personnel; review supervisory practices; develop leaders; address performance concerns; and ensure consistent application of Department expectations. Plan and manage staffing, deployment, schedules, overtime, special details, equipment, and other resources to meet operational requirements and maintain effective service delivery. Serve as watch commander or incident commander for major crimes, critical incidents, significant uses of force, pursuits, emergencies, planned events, disasters, and other complex operations until relieved by higher command. Review significant arrests, investigations, uses of force, pursuits, complaints, injuries, vehicle crashes, risk events, and other matters requiring command-level oversight; ensure required notifications, documentation, investigation, and follow-up. Analyze calls for service, crime trends, workload, performance measures, community concerns, staffing data, and operational outcomes; recommend or implement deployment and problem-solving adjustments. Develop, review, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, operational plans, training initiatives, accreditation requirements, and quality-control processes. Participate in recruitment, selection, promotional processes, performance management, internal administrative reviews, employee development, and succession planning as assigned. Prepare and manage portions of the operating budget; identify equipment and resource needs; monitor expenditures; and support responsible procurement and asset accountability. Coordinate with other Department divisions, City departments, Fire Rescue, criminal justice partners, community stakeholders, and outside agencies on operational and strategic matters. Represent the Department at meetings, community forums, interagency functions, and other official activities as assigned. Serve in a higher command capacity when designated and perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned. Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

All applicants for sworn law enforcement classifications must meet the following common minimum standards: Be at least nineteen (19) years of age at the time of appointment. Be a citizen of the United States. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent recognized by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC). Meet all minimum qualifications for employment or appointment as a Florida law enforcement officer under section 943.13, Florida Statutes, and applicable CJSTC rules, including requirements related to criminal history, military discharge, fingerprints, good moral character, background investigation, physical examination, controlled-substance screening, required affidavits, training, examination, and continuing training or education. Applicants holding an out-of-state law enforcement certification must obtain an active Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification before selection or appointment to the position, whichever occurs first. Possess a valid driver license from any state equivalent to a Florida Class E license and obtain a valid Florida driver license within thirty (30) days of employment. Be legally eligible to possess and use firearms and other law-enforcement equipment required to perform the essential functions of the position. Successfully complete all City and Department selection, background, and post-offer requirements applicable to sworn law enforcement personnel. Maintain all licenses, certifications, qualifications, and mandatory retraining required for continued service as a Florida law enforcement officer.

Classification-Specific Minimum Experience:

Minimum of seven (7) years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience, including at least three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience and at least one (1) year at the rank of Sergeant or a substantially equivalent first-line supervisory classification.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

These qualifications are preferred and are not required unless otherwise stated. Applicants are not expected to possess every qualification listed. Relevant combinations of experience, education, training, leadership accomplishments, and demonstrated competencies will be evaluated based on Department needs. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, public administration, organizational leadership, management, or a related field. Completion of a recognized command-level or advanced law-enforcement leadership program. Advanced training in incident command, emergency management, policy development, accreditation, internal affairs, or organizational leadership. Demonstrated experience managing a patrol watch, investigative unit, support function, or comparable law-enforcement operation. Experience developing, implementing, or materially improving operational programs, staffing and deployment plans, training systems, policies, performance measures, or law-enforcement technology. Experience supervising or managing Field Training, law-enforcement training, background investigations, professional standards, accreditation, traffic, criminal investigations, or specialized operations.

ASSIGNMENT CONSIDERATION AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

Police Lieutenants may be assigned as patrol watch commanders or as commanders of Criminal Investigations, Support Services, Training and Field Training, Background Investigations, Professional Standards/Accreditation, Traffic, Specialized Operations, relief, or another operational or administrative unit or section. Assignment is not guaranteed and will be based on verified qualifications, Department needs, available assignments, performance during the selection and onboarding processes, and successful completion of applicable Department training. Failure to submit assignment-specific documentation will not, by itself, disqualify an otherwise qualified applicant from appointment to this classification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Work Environment and Work Hours

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, constitutional principles, court decisions, ordinances, and rules applicable to law enforcement. Knowledge of modern policing principles and practices, criminal investigation, arrest and search procedures, evidence handling, report writing, traffic enforcement, emergency response, officer safety, and community policing. Knowledge of Department and City policies, procedures, rules, and organizational expectations applicable to assigned work. Ability to observe, assess, and analyze rapidly changing situations; identify lawful options; make sound decisions under stress; and clearly articulate the factual and legal basis for actions taken. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, orally and in writing, with persons from diverse backgrounds and in routine, emotional, hostile, or emergency circumstances. Ability to prepare, review, and maintain accurate reports, records, electronic documentation, and case information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, City personnel, criminal justice partners, community members, elected and appointed officials, and the public. Ability to operate police vehicles, radios, computers, body-worn camera systems, mobile technology, and other law-enforcement equipment and software. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, follow lawful orders, accept accountability, maintain confidentiality, and adapt to changing operational priorities. Skill in conflict resolution, de-escalation, interpersonal communication, customer service, and problem-solving. Ability to demonstrate conduct consistent with the City and Department mission, vision, values, ethics requirements, and standards of professional conduct. Knowledge of command-level supervision, organizational leadership, policy administration, performance management, employee relations, and progressive accountability systems. Knowledge of critical-incident command, emergency management, resource deployment, staffing analysis, operational planning, and risk management. Knowledge of budgeting, procurement, policy development, accreditation, crime and workload analysis, and management reporting. Ability to supervise through subordinate supervisors, establish priorities, evaluate performance, resolve complex problems, and communicate command decisions effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. The work requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, and operating a motor vehicle. The employee must be able to physically respond to emergency situations and may be required to run, pursue, restrain, apprehend, or assist in controlling individuals; enter or exit vehicles quickly; climb stairs, fences, or other obstacles; and work in confined or uneven areas. The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull, drag, or otherwise move objects or persons, including under emergency conditions. The work may require the use of physical force consistent with applicable law, Department policy, and training. The employee must possess the physical coordination, agility, strength, balance, and endurance necessary to safely perform essential law-enforcement functions. The work may require wearing a duty uniform, body armor, duty equipment, and other protective equipment for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Unavoidable hazards refer to job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though reasonable precautions have been taken. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in a variety of environments and under conditions that may be unpredictable and potentially hazardous. The employee may be exposed to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, traffic, loud or disruptive noises, hazardous substances, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, weapons, hostile or aggressive individuals, physical confrontations, and other potentially dangerous situations. Work may be performed at crime scenes, traffic-crash scenes, residences, businesses, public facilities, roadways, parks, waterways, special events, and other locations throughout the City or outside the City when authorized.

WORK HOURS

Varies. The position may be required to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, special events, emergency activations, call-back assignments, and other schedules necessary to meet the operational needs of the City and Department.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss accommodation needs through the appropriate City process.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, training, and safe work practices; properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment; and promptly report unsafe conditions, work practices, injuries, or illnesses. Employees assigned supervisory responsibilities are responsible for enforcing applicable safety rules and regulations, promoting safe work practices, ensuring required training is completed, and taking reasonable action to maintain a safe work environment.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

During emergency conditions, all City employees are considered emergency service workers and may be required to report for duty or remain on duty during disasters, hurricanes, civil emergencies, critical incidents, or other emergency conditions. Sworn personnel may be assigned any lawful emergency service or law-enforcement duty consistent with operational needs. The City of Deerfield Beach values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH 2026 BENEFITS SUMMARY HOLIDAY LEAVE

Twelve (12) days shall be the days observed by all City employees as holidays and the one (1) personal leave day shall be taken at the employee's discretion with permission of the Department Director or their designee (once each calendar year) New Year's Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Veteran's Day President's Day Thanksgiving Day Memorial Day Day Following Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth Christmas Independence Day Day preceding or following Christmas Day as designated by the City Manager

VACATION LEAVE

Employees start to accrue vacation leave effective at the start of the first full month of employment based on the following schedule: Service Time Leave Accumulated Annually Hours Maximum Accrual Hours 0

• 48 months 96 hours per year 192 49
• 108 months 112 hours per year 224 109
• 168 months 136 hours per year 272 169 months and over 176 hours per year 352 SICK LEAVE Employees start to accrue sick leave effective at the start of the first full month of employment.

Employees sick days shall be credited at the rate of eight (8) hours or one (1) working day for each month of completed service.

RETIREMENT PLAN

The retirement program for this position is the Florida Retirement System (FRS)

EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

Full-time employees are eligible to receive educational reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate coursework according to the following criteria and schedule of benefits. Employees who have completed their one (1) year of employment are eligible to participate in the Educational Reimbursement Program. With approval of the course(s) and subject to availability of funds, employees may be eligible for reimbursement (other than Master's Degree program courses) of 100% for a grade of A, 90% for a grade of B, and 75% for a grade of C. The City will provide reimbursement up to a maximum of $5,250.00 per tax (calendar) year based on current federal taxation requirements and limits, or as may be modified in future years. Per IRS regulations, tax-free benefits under an education assistance program are limited to $5,250 per employee, per year.

ANNUAL EVALUATIONS

An annual evaluation will be given on the anniversary date of employment. Annual evaluations are eligible for merit increases to commensurate with the City's pay for performance policy of up to 3%.

DISCOUNT PROGRAMS

The City offers a variety of discount programs. The following are some areas for available discounts: Tickets at Work, Government Car Rental, Tri-Rail EDP Discount., and etc.

WELLNESS PROGRAMS

Employees on the City's medical plan may participate in the City's Wellness Program to help offset the cost of their medical premiums. For new hires, points toward the Wellness Program can be accumulated starting from your date of hire through the last day of the year. Existing employees may begin participating in the program at any time. Please note, points will only be tallied on a calendar-year basis.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS

The City of Deerfield Beach provides group insurance benefits to eligible employees. The Employee Benefit Highlights Booklet provides a general summary of the benefit options as a convenient reference. 2026 Employee Benefits Highlights Please note, the benefits listed above are subject to change. Full descriptions of each benefit listed may be found in the Employee Benefits Highlight Booklet, Employee Personnel Rules and Regulations, applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement, or by contacting Human Resources and Risk Management at 954-250-4107 or web.hr@deerfieldbeach.com 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education? Less than High School High School Diploma or Equivalent recognized by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC). Some College Associate's Degree/Trade School/Certification Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 02 What is/was your major field of study? (Associate's degree or above)? Criminal Justice Public Administration Organizational Leadership Management Related Field N/A 03 Are you willing and able to successfully complete all required City and Police Department selection processes, including applicable background investigations, fingerprinting, physical and medical examinations, controlled-substance screening, psychological or other legally required evaluations, and post-offer requirements for sworn law enforcement personnel? Yes No 04 Do you have possession of a valid Florida driver's license or a state license equivalent to a Florida Class E? (must remain valid throughout employment). Yes, I currently have a valid Florida driver's license. I currently have a valid state license equivalent to a Florida Class E license and will obtain a valid Florida driver license within thirty (30) days of employment None of the above 05 Has your driver's license ever been suspended, cancelled or revoked for any reason in the past 7 years? Yes No 06 Do you currently hold valid Florida law enforcement (FDLE/CJSTC) certification, or are you eligible to obtain it by appointment? Yes No 07 If you currently hold valid Florida law enforcement (FDLE/CJSTC) certification, or are you eligible to obtain it by appointment, please provide relevant details about your certification history, including agency and dates. If no, enter N/A. 08 Do you have at least seven (7) years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience? Yes No 09 If you have at least seven (7) years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience, briefly describe your law enforcement background and the roles you have held. If no, enter N/A. 10 Do you have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience, including at least one (1) year at the rank of Sergeant or equivalent? Yes No 11 If you have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience, including at least one (1) year at the rank of Sergeant or equivalent, summarize your supervisory responsibilities and the areas or functions you oversaw If no, enter N/A. 12 Do you have experience developing, reviewing, or implementing policies, procedures, operational plans, or training initiatives? Yes No 13 If you have experience developing, reviewing, or implementing policies, procedures, operational plans, or training initiatives, , describe an example and its purpose or impact. If no, enter N/A. 14 Do you have experience coordinating operations or initiatives with other divisions, City departments, Fire Rescue, criminal justice partners, or outside agencies? Yes No 15 If you have experience coordinating operations or initiatives with other divisions, City departments, Fire Rescue, criminal justice partners, or outside agencies, briefly describe the coordination efforts and types of partners involved. If no, enter N/A 16 Do you have experience reviewing significant arrests, investigations, uses of force, pursuits, complaints, crashes, or other matters requiring command oversight? Yes No 17 If you have experience reviewing significant arrests, investigations, uses of force, pursuits, complaints, crashes, or other matters requiring command oversight, briefly describe the types of reviews you conducted and the responsibilities involved If no, enter N/A. 18 Have you managed staffing, deployment, schedules, overtime, special details, or equipment allocation for an operational function? Yes No 19 If you have managed staffing, deployment, schedules, overtime, special details, or equipment allocation for an operational function, summarize the responsibilities you held. If no, enter N/A. 20 Do you have experience serving as a watch commander or incident commander during major incidents, critical events, or complex operations? Yes No 21 If you have experience serving as a watch commander or incident commander during major incidents, critical events, or complex operations, provide an overview of the types of incidents and your role in managing them. If no, enter N/A. 22 Have you ever assisted sergeants or other personnel in a patrol watch, unit, section, or comparable operational function? Yes No 23 If you have supervised Sergeants or other personnel in a patrol watch, unit, section, or comparable operational function, briefly describe the type of function you supervised and your responsibilities. If no, enter

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understand that if selected, Police Lieutenants may be assigned as patrol watch commanders or as commanders of Criminal Investigations, Support Services, Training and Field Training, Background Investigations, Professional Standards/Accreditation, Traffic, Specialized Operations, relief, or another operational or administrative unit or section. Yes No 25 I understand that assignment is not guaranteed and will be based on verified qualifications, Department needs, available assignments, performance during the selection and onboarding processes, and successful completion of applicable Department training. Failure to submit assignment-specific documentation will not, by itself, disqualify an otherwise qualified applicant from appointment to this classification. Yes No 26 Have you previously applied to this or any other position with the City of Deerfield Beach? Yes No 27 If yes, please state the position(s) and dates applied. 28 Where did you hear about this job opportunity? Governmentjobs.com LinkedIn Social Media Deerfield-beach.com Word of Mouth Other 29 Prior to submitting your application, have you confirmed the following documents have been attached as required? Should you have issues with attachments, please contact Government Jobs Applicant Support 855-524-5627, City of Deerfield Beach staff are unable to assist with applications.

APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT PROPER REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION WILL BE DEEMED INCOMPLETE AND WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Documents showing US citizenship status Valid Driver's License Valid Florida law enforcement officer certification Proof of highest completed education Other certifications/licensing/educational information Required Question Employer City of Deerfield Beach Address 150 NE 2nd Avenue Deerfield Beach, Florida, 33441 Website http://www.deerfield-beach.com