Police Lieutenant

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Police Lieutenant
. This is a regular full-time position with benefits. Applicants must currently hold the rank of Police Sergeant or higher and have at least five years of experience at the rank of Sergeant or above. Applicants must currently serve with a law enforcement agency with 100 or more sworn personnel. The work schedule for this position is varied and may include day, middle, and nighttime work hours.

The position is subject to a 1-year probationary period.

• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule

The City of Chandler Police Department, consisting of 362 sworn officers and 177 civilians, serves a growing population of close to 287,945 residents. The organization is divided into three main divisions, one bureau, and many sections/units. The Patrol Operations Division consisting of three precincts,
1) Main Station
- Downtown & North Chandler,
2) Desert Breeze
- West Chandler, and
3) Chandler Heights
- South Chandler, work in concert with the Criminal Investigations Division, Operational Support Division, and Professional Services Division to meet the needs of the community. The members of the Chandler Police Department are dedicated to the advancement of community policing and the development of a partnership with our citizens. Our mission is, "To maintain a safe, vibrant community through meaningful engagement and continuous organizational improvement."

We are committed to being a world-class leader in law enforcement. We will pursue and engage the best trained, equipped, and committed professionals who demonstrate the highest standards of performance and best policing practices in partnership with the community.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The primary function of an employee in this class is to plan, supervise and review the activities of all personnel assigned to a section of the Police Department. This position is responsible for the administration of a functional section or acts as duty commander of the Police Department.

An employee in this class performs the duties of other employees in the Public Safety Department as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel. Employees may be delegated assignments in specialized areas such as field operations, neighborhood services, criminal investigations, professional standards, administration, or other assignment.

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• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field; and,
• Must currently hold the rank of Police Sergeant or above: and
• Must currently serve with a law enforcement agency with 100 or more sworn personnel; and
• Must possess an AZPOST Certification; and
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License with acceptable…