Police Lieutenant

Title:

POLICE LIEUTENANT FLSA

Status:

Exempt

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to assist the Chief of Police in managing crime prevention and law enforcement programs, activities and personnel. This is accomplished by performing administrative duties; supervising division commanders; coordinating crime prevention programs; supervising patrol division; reviewing reports and paperwork; ensuring vehicle maintenance; providing training; and performing scheduling. Other duties include serving as Chief of Police in Chief's absence. This position requires extensive knowledge of computer-based programs to include, but not limited to Tyler RMS, Brazos, CJIS Certification, TLETS Certification, Axon Evidence, Google Drive, CRIS Crash, Excel, Word and other computer programs utilized on an as needed basis.

Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Note:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function. (S) Sedentary (L) Light (M) Medium (H) Heavy (V) Very Heavy Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. Code Essential Functions % of Time L Performs administrative duties by planning and coordinating law enforcement and support activities; conducting studies; preparing reports and improvement plans and making recommendations concerning police operations and activities; and evaluating new technologies. 20 % L Supervises division commanders by performing direct supervision of division commanders and supplemental supervision of other subordinate personnel; developing training programs; and conducting background investigations on police applicants. 20 % L Coordinates crime prevention programs by meeting with community organizations and citizens to discuss current issues and activities; and providing input regarding traffic and special events to event organizers, City departments, divisions and agencies. 20 % S Reviews reports and paperwork by reviewing reports for completion and accuracy; checking all daily activity reports; reviewing time cards ; reviewing municipal court summons; and preparing correspondence with instructions for edits to reports or paperwork. 20 % L Provides training by serving as classroom and practical instructor for firearms, FTO program management and other assigned topics. 10 % S Performs scheduling by maintaining regular schedules for Police Department personnel and bailiff duty; scheduling officers for time off; and coordinating training schedules. 10 %

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Description of Minimum Job Requirements
• Formal Education Six to twelve months of training beyond high school Experience Over 7 years officer experience / 3 years supervisory experience Supervision Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees or a work unit including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/effectiveness and realigning work as needed.

A first line supervisor typically performs these functions. Human Collaboration Skills Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended during interactions. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Freedom to

Act Receives Limited Direction:

Within this job, the employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills Skilled:

Work requires a comprehensive , practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization. Budget Responsibility Prepares documents and does research to justify language used in documents for a unit or division in a department. May recommend budget allocations. Reading Intermediate

• Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math Basic
• Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing Intermediate
• Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Certification & Other Requirements Advanced Peace Officers License, Valid Driver's License

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS

• Physical strength for this position is indicated below with X
• Sedentary Light X Medium Heavy Very Heavy Exerting up to 10 lbs.

occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

C Continuously 2/3 or more of the time. F Frequently From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O Occasionally Up to 1/3 of the time. R Rarely Less than 1 hour per week. N Never Never occurs.

Note:

This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.

• Physical Demand
• -Frequency
• -Brief Description
• Standing F Making presentations, observing work duties, communicating with co-workers Sitting F Desk work, meetings, driving Walking O To other departments/offices /office equipment, around work site Lifting O Supplies, equipment, files Carrying O Supplies, equipment, files Pushing/Pulling O File drawers, equipment, tables and chairs Reaching O For supplies, for files Handling F Paperwork Fine Dexterity F Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator Kneeling R Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground Crouching R Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground Crawling R Under equipment Bending O Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground, making repairs Twisting O From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle Climbing R Stairs Balancing R On ladder, on equipment, on step stool Vision C Reading , computer screen, driving Hearing C Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public, listening to equipment Talking C Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public Foot Controls F Driving Other (specified if applicable)

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE

Telephone, fax, calculator, copier, Taser, computer, printer and related software

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

C Continuously F Frequently O Occasionally R Rarely N Never D Daily W Several Times Per Week M Several Times Per Month S Seasonally N Never

• Health and Safety Factors
• -Environmental Factors
• Mechanical Hazards O Respiratory Hazards M Chemical Hazards R Extreme Temperatures S Electrical Hazards R Noise and Vibration M Fire Hazards R Wetness/Humidity S Explosives R Physical Hazards M Communicable Diseases O Physical Danger or Abuse O Other

N PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Body armor, glasses, gloves, boots, CPR mask

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

F Frequently From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time O Occasionally Up to 1/3 of the time R Rarely Less than 1 hour per week N Never Never occurs

• Description of Non-Physical Demands
• -Frequency
• Time Pressure F Emergency Situation O Frequent Change of Tasks F Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime O Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously F Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team O Tedious or Exacting Work F Noisy/Distracting Environment O Other

N PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Office Environment X Vehicle Warehouse Outdoors Shop Other Recreation/Neighborhood Center