Police Lieutenant bei City of Hanford, CA

About the Department

The City of Hanford is seeking to fill one (1) vacancy in the Police Department. This position is to plan, organize, and direct the activities of one or more units within an assigned Police Department division; to coordinate section activities with other divisions or departments; and to provide highly responsible technical support to the Police Captain.

Position Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 
Recommend and implement section goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for unit work; develop and implement policies and procedures.
 
Plan, develop and oversee the work of staff in an assigned unit, such as patrol, investigations, animal control or traffic.
 
Evaluate operations and activities of assigned unit; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
 
Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures; perform grant review and reporting as necessary.
 
Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed.
 
Work on special projects for the Police Chief; provide staff assistance to superior officers.
 
Ensure unit facilities and equipment are properly maintained; purchase new equipment as required.
 
Represent the department on various City and outside committees.
 
Prepare and submit a variety of special or mandated reports.
 
May manage critical incidents and special events.
 
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaint.
 
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other district employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
 
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
 
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
 
Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of law enforcement and administration.

Methods and procedures of modern policing, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, basic investigation and identification techniques.

Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations and laws.

Theories and methods of community policing and problem-solving strategies.

Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.

Principles and practices of research analysis and management.

Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.

Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Principles and practices of work safety.

Ability to:

Organize, implement and direct assigned unit operations/activities.

On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain law to the public.

On a continuous basis, wear utility belt and other police equipment of 30 pounds.  Intermittently, sit at desk or in patrol vehicle for long periods of time; walk and stand during patrol activities; twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; use telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 100 pounds or less.

Maintain calm, rational, and professional demeanor during high levels of stress or critical incidents.

Use and care for firearms and wear body armor.

Operate police vehicle in both emergency and non-emergency situations.

Interpret and explain pertinent unit and department policies and procedures.

Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget.

Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.

Supervise, train and evaluate staff.

Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.

Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Relate effectively with people of varied academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.

Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others.

Work beyond normal business hours, attend evening meetings and/or perform weekend work, and the ability to travel.

Experience and Education

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible experience in law enforcement, including two years of supervisory responsibility.

Education:

Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major course work public safety, law enforcement, or a related field.

License and Certificate

Possession of an appropriate and valid California driver's license. 

Possession of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Supervisory certificate.

Ability to pass an extensive background investigation including medical and psychological exams.

Other Qualifications

The application screening will involve a competitive evaluation of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee applicants an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final. Candidates deemed eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.