Police Lieutenant; Promotional

MOS Code

MOS Code:
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An accredited Bachelor's degree or higher in Police Sciences, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Business or Public Administration or related field, plus six (6) years of experience as a commissioned police officer, including two (2) years as a Police Sergeant.

Possess at the time of application Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) Intermediate Certificate except that incumbents currently in this job are not required to meet the upgraded licensing requirement but must maintain the Basic Peace Officer license issued by the TCLEOSE in compliance with state statute. Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment.

Under direction, perform second level supervisory functions as head of an assigned police section, or provide other professional individual contributor commissioned law enforcement services as required.

Responsibly develop, coordinate and evaluate designated ongoing patrol, investigation or support by subordinate units commonly headed by Police Sergeants or other first level supervisors, or carry out delegated complex operational or administrative public safety project management functions.

Plan, generally oversee and control person and property protection, traffic regulation and safety, or other uniform operations on an assigned shift; oversee a detective detail engaged in investigating and apprehending violators of crimes such as homicide, burglary and robbery, narcotic offenses, vice or vehicle theft, or criminalistic, auxiliary or patrol support, airport detail, homeland security, special project and grants, or other public safety services.

Serve as detective division executive lieutenant, as assigned. Direct and review preparation of cases for court. Give testimony at trials and hearings.

Establish rapport and confer with public groups and individuals in person and by telephone to listen to, identify and resolve law enforcement grievances or problems, consulting social service agencies and civic organizations to ascertain community public safety needs.

Provide information and advise on City code and other laws in response to inquiries; interpret department rules, regulations and policies for employees and the public.

Cooperate with County, State and Federal law enforcement agencies in apprehending and detaining wanted persons or criminals, recovering stolen property, and in other matters of mutual interest.

Advise and assist other police officers in law enforcement investigations, and personally participate in more difficult cases.

Analyze and recommend acquisition of or improvements to equipment and facilities.

Participate in evaluation and development of department programs, policies and procedures, and in preparation and administration of department budget affecting operations or services for which accountable.

Perform, as qualified, expert uniformed Police Officer or Police Detective functions that include modifying standard practices, adapting precedents and establishing validity of approaches in order to deal with unique situations in a manner that conforms to legal requirements and department policies, or serve in a backup position when required.

Engage in assigned municipal law and ordinance enforcement and crime prevention duties, maintaining a recognizable community presence to preserve peace and order, protect persons and property, and otherwise provide allied police services requested. Document evidence, circumstances and actions regarding actual and potential criminal violations or other public safety related incidents.

Provide technical police services such as conducting skilled investigations, first level identification analyses or community relations programs.

Supervise assigned supervisors, police officers and civilian support staff: conduct roll calls, schedule work, assign duties and coordinate shift changes; issue written and oral instructions, check work for exactness, neatness and conformance to policies and procedures; guide subordinates to overcome difficulties; appraise performance; review evaluation…