Hybrid PORT POLICE LIEUTENANT 3223 presso City of Los Angeles, CA

About the Department

ANNUAL SALARY

$138,392 to $191,657

NOTE:

The current salary range is subject to change. You may confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

DUTIES

A Port Police Lieutenant assists the Port Police Captain or the Port Warden in directing the law enforcement and security operations at the Port of Los Angeles; plans, organizes and directs the work of sworn and civilian employees engaged in the operation of an assigned watch, investigation unit, or detail; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work group, and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities; and does related work.

Position Duties

Two years of full-time paid experience as a Port Police Sergeant with the City of Los Angeles.

PROCESS NOTES

1. Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience at the time of filing may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.
2. A valid Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI.
3. Candidates must complete a qualifying swimming test at the time of appointment.
4. Candidates must pass a yearly medical examination.
5. Prior to appointment, candidates must possess a Basic certificate issued by POST (California Peace Officers Standards and Training).
6. Prior to appointment, candidates must complete a POST approved supervisory course.
7. After appointment, candidates must complete a POST approved middle management course.

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity/promotionaljobs for Promotional Examinations.

NOTE:

Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.

Other Qualifications

Examination Weights:  Essay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20%

             Interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80%

In the essay, candidates be may examined on the following competencies: Analytical Ability, Attention to Detail, Technology Application, Written Communication, and Job Knowledge including knowledge of: elements of crimes, rules of evidence, search and seizure, the preparation and admissibility of evidence in court; Port specific hazardous materials response protocols, fire hazards, and fire prevention methods; emergency management policies, practices, and procedures as defined in the NIMS (National Incident Management System) and/or ICS (Incident Command System); current technologies, techniques and procedures including but not limited to body worn cameras, police record management, and the types of information and crime data currently available; and other knowledge, skills and abilities.

The essay test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line essay test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection or if you demonstrate a hardship, you will have the option to take the test onsite at a City facility. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the essay test on-line. The remote proctored essay test will be held from THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025 to FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2025. Candidates who do not complete and submit the essay test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination.

In the interview, candidates may be evaluated on the following competencies: Analytical Ability, Technology Application, Supervision, Community Relations, Oral Communication and Job Knowledge including knowledge of: elements of crimes, rules of evidence, search and seizure, the preparation and admissibility of evidence in court; Port specific hazardous materials response protocols, fire hazards, and fire prevention methods; disciplinary processes, City personnel rules, policies, and procedures; current police practices including but not limited to use of force, de-escalation, and tactical disengagement; and other knowledge, skills and abilities.

Candidates will be notified by email of the date, time, and location of the interviews, which may be held in Los Angeles or online. It is anticipated that interviews will begin during the end of October and/or beginning of November.

Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Port Police Lieutenant.

FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html.

NOTES:

1. This examination is based on a content validation study.
2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf.
3. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
4. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to file on a promotional basis.
5. Seniority credit is included in the final general average grade of each candidate at the rate of 0.25 a point for each year of service in the class which provides qualifying experience for this position. 
6. Unless otherwise stated, in promotional examinations a minimum score of 65% in a weighted written test, including seniority credits added to your examination grade at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of service in the class determined to be qualifying for this exam, is necessary in order to be called for subsequent portions of the examination.
7. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.

THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.