Police Lieutenant (Internal/Lateral) chez Town of Queen Creek, AZ

About the Department

For detailed information on this recruitment process, please view the Join QCPD page on the Town’s website.  

APPLICATION PROCESS - IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ

• 12/8/25 - Testing Center (Oral Boards & Practical Exams)
• 12/10//25 - Command Staff Interview

LIEUTENANT SALARY 

QCPD will offer pay rates commensurate with years of sworn service as a Police Lieutenant or above:

• Step 1: $70.51/hour ($146,662/year)
• Step 2: $74.03/hour ($153,995/year)
• Step 3: $77.73/hour ($161,695/year)
• Step 4: $81.62/hour ($169,779/year)

HIRING BONUS 

All hiring bonuses are listed as the net-pay you will receive.  

• Lateral Lieutenant incentive pay is $15,500 payable as follows:
  • $3,000 after hire date.
  • $2,500 after successful completion of Field Training.
  • $5,000 after successful completion of your probation.
  • $2,500 after the successful completion of 1 year (after probation)
  • $2,500 after the successful completion of 2 years (after probation)

EDUCATION BONUS

All educational bonuses are listed as the net-pay you will receive. 

• The degree must be from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice studies, social sciences, business management, leadership, forensic science, psychology, or other degree related to the core functions of your position.
• The degree must be earned/awarded prior to your hire date. If you earn a degree following your hire date, you may qualify for a different educational incentive provided by the Town. More information will be provided during your initial orientation.
• If you have earned multiple degrees, you will receive the incentive specified for the highest degree earned/presented.
• The incentive will be paid after successful completion of your probation.
  • Associate Degree: $500
  • Bachelor Degree: $1,000
  • Masters (or higher): $1,500

All moving expenses are listed as the net-pay you will receive. 

If a police department employee moves to within 30 miles of the Town borders after receiving a final offer of employment, that individual may be eligible for a one-time payment of potential expenses.*

• Guidelines for this payment are as follows:
  • In-state (Arizona) move under 90 miles: $250
  • In-state (Arizona) move over 90 miles: $500
  • Out-of-state move: $3,000

*The costs/expenses incurred must be between the date a FINAL offer of employment letter is received and one year from date of hire. Any exceptions must be authorized by the Chief of Police.

PAID VACATION TIME & SICK TIME

• For the lateral lieutenant, at the time of hire you will receive a one-time addition of 80 hours of vacation time and 80 hours of sick time.
• Vacation accrual rates will be adjusted based on prior full years of (sworn) service. 

TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT 

• We will reimburse travel costs related to testing activities that occur after you have received a conditional offer.
• The maximum daily reimbursement will be based on current GSA rates:
  • Airfare: https://cpsearch.fas.gsa.gov/cpsearch/search.do
  • Per Diem & Lodging: https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates
• Keep all receipts.
• Contact QCPD command staff for specific details or guidance prior to travel.

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION

• Employees in this position may receive a taxable stipend for hours worked in excess of their standard weekly schedule.
  
• Shift Differential Pay
  • Swing Shift: $1.00 per hour
  • Graveyard shift: $1.25 per hour
    

If you are having technical (computer-related) difficulties while completing the online application, please contact the governmentjobs.com "Applicant Support Line" at 1-855-524-5627.

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for providing leadership, direction, and coordination of essential law enforcement services and supervision of designated personnel. These assignments may include but are not limited to all patrol related functions, crisis management, incident command, criminal investigations, community outreach, internal oversight, finance/budget administration, inventory control, threat mitigation, and special event planning. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a first level management classification in the sworn police job family responsible for performing first level management over an assigned group within the police department.

Position Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification.  While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town’s needs.

• Assigns, supervises, evaluates, inspects, and coordinates the activities of a section/division of the Police Department.
• Supervises employees and coordinates personnel-related activities to include, but not limited to training; approving work schedules; recommending or approving personnel actions; coaching, counseling, and mentoring; establishing performance goals; conducting performance evaluations; monitoring workplace safety; and managing and prioritizing operational activities.
• Ensures staffing coverage for assigned shifts and the deployment of employees into appropriate areas.
• Serves as the section/division cost center manager performing duties such as planning, tracking, monitoring, reporting, and overall budget preparation. 
• Plans duty schedules, shift rotations, and shift bids.
• Keeps subordinates informed of new laws, department policies and procedures; ensures compliance with all Town, state, and federal laws regarding law enforcement and an adherence to all departmental rules, procedures and guidelines. 
• Conducts administrative duties including grant preparation, policy writing, team meetings, training, and inspections.
• Responds to and manages emergency/crisis situations. 
• Assists and directs subordinates with calls for service, ongoing investigations, and other related activity. 
• Develops, reviews, and manages data, records, and reports related to section/division investigations, activities, and performance.
• Administers and manages special projects.
• Develops, manages and evaluates department programs.
• Provides appropriate notifications for critical incidents or other designated situations.
• Represents the police department and serves as a liaison with other Town departments, externally agencies, community leaders, businesses, and other stakeholders.
• Participates in community events and meetings. 
• Responds to questions, provides information, resolves complaints, and promotes positive public and community relations.
• Performs and supervises internal investigations and critical incident reviews.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)

Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7 years of sworn law enforcement experience, including 3 years of supervisory/management experience as a sworn Sergeant or above; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.

• Internal candidates must have successfully passed the one-year probationary period with the Town of Queen Creek Police Department.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

• Driver's License;
• Must be certified as an Arizona Police Officer within three months of hire and continue to maintain Arizona Peace Officer’s and Standard Training (AZ POST) standards;
• Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry.

Special Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE

• Principles and practices of modern municipal police administration, including mission, vision, objectives, policies, procedures, and operations;
• Principles and practices of leadership, supervision, and training;
• Principal-based leadership and ethical decision-making;
• Local, state and federal laws as applicable to municipal law enforcement;  
• Contemporary legal issues, such as criminal, civil, and labor laws, and municipal ordinances that affect police agencies;
• Police Department functions, procedures, policies, goals, organization, general orders, and rules and regulations;
• Methods, objectives, and procedures of law enforcement practices;
• Methods, objectives, and procedures of court proceedings;
• Laws governing the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, search and seizure, and the rules of evidence;
• Police methods and procedures related to patrol, traffic control, investigation, and identification techniques;
• Data-driven decision-making using crime analytics, performance data and other metrics; 
• The operation and capabilities of the various types of equipment used by a police department;
• Effective methods of planning, training, assigning and directing the personnel and equipment for the most efficient community policing efforts;
• Management techniques and options to successfully motivate and supervise staff;
• Customer service principles and practice; 
• Management techniques and options to successfully motivate and supervise staff;
• Budgeting and municipal finance principles and practices;
• Standard office equipment including the computer and programs relevant to the performance of applicable duties and responsibilities;
• The geography and demographics of the Town.

SKILLS

• Supervising, directing, and managing individuals, workgroups, and teams; 
• Developing formal agreements and contracts and informal collaboration with other agencies and communities;
• Solving problems and making sound decisions; 
• Planning and implementing programs;
• Using and caring for firearms;
• Driving in emergency situations;
• Operating a motor vehicle;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;
• Providing leadership and mentoring;
• Managing time effectively while remaining agile and flexible;
• Applying investigation techniques;
• Building consensus and cultivating adaptability;
• Using a computer and related software applications;
• Managing stressful and complex situations;
• Effectively analyzing and resolving operational and procedural problems;
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Other Qualifications

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