PD - LIEUTENANT

Under general direction, this position is 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, school resource officers, training, recruiting, special event planning; and performs related work as required.

Assignment to a specific section or shift is at the discretion of the Chief of Police and any lieutenant may be reassigned as deemed appropriate by the Chief of Police.

• Regular attendance is required to perform the duties of this position.
• 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.
• Plans duty schedules, shift rotations, and shift bids.
• Keeps subordinates informed of new laws, department policies and procedures; ensures compliance with all City ordinances, 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 as well as planned events.
• 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 City departments, external 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.
• Evaluates officers’ arrests based on circumstances and evidence and proper administration of procedural justice.
• Conducts or coordinates Internal Affairs Investigations as directed by the Chief of Police.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the department budget.
• Maintains normal availability by radio, or telephone for consultation on emergency incidents.
• Maintains proficiency with authorized and issued weapons.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations.
• May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration or a closely related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in modern, compensable, commissioned police work which has afforded the candidate progressively responsible experience,
  including
  a minimum of two (2) years of experience at the rank of Police Sergeant (or equivalent) or above.
• Advanced training/graduation from a recognized leadership command school or institute preferred.
• Must possess New Mexico law enforcement certification OR the ability to obtain a ‘Certification by Waiver’ (NM law enforcement certification) through a New Mexico Department of Public Safety (NMDPS) accredited academy within one year of…