Police Lieutenant
Group: City of Gladstone / Gladstone Police Department
Location: Gladstone, Oregon
Salary Range: $115,860 - $140,832/year (5-step system)
Deadline Information: 07/31/2024 at 5:00 p.m.
Deadline Date: 07/31/2024
Posted Date: 07/05/2024
Website: http://www.ci.gladstone.or.us/jobs
Contact Information for Applicants
Tami Bannick
bannick@ci.gladstone.or.us
5035572769
GENERAL STATEMENT
Plans, organizes and manages Administrative, Patrol and Investigation operations and/or programs consistent with the Department’s mission, core values, and department policy. Performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work in the performance of law enforcement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
A college degree in Police Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field.
Possession of an Advanced Certificate from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST.)
Minimum of eight (8) years of work experience as a fully commissioned Officer and four (4) years of recent work experience as a Police Sergeant.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above.
Special Requirements:
Obtain DPSST Certified Police Officer Management Certificate within eighteen (18) months of promotion or hire.
If an out-of-state lateral candidate for this position: completion of the DPSST Career Officer Development Course is required within six months of hire or promotion.
Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Oregon Driver's License with a good driving record.
Must successfully pass a thorough background check which will includes a social media history and a credit report. Finalists will undergo a psychological exam and a medical exam, which will include a drug screen.
PLEASE REVIEW THE POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR THE FULL SCOPE OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES AND THE REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES.
Finalists selected to participate in the full recruitment process should expect to spend multiple days in mid-August in the Gladstone area.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the guidance and direction of the Police Chief.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Exercises supervision of the Patrol and Special Divisions of the Police Department. In the absence of the Chief, or when assigned, serves as the Police Chief.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists the Chief in managing the day to day operation and activities of Department personnel to achieve goals within budget parameters and with available personnel; takes measures to provide for safe and effective law enforcement practices and procedures. Reviews progress of assigned programs and personnel and makes changes in priorities and schedules as needed.
Oversees Patrol operations, investigation of crimes, and other special assignments. Monitors and responds to requests for assistance; confirms that services are provided to the Community. Reviews reports, logs and other records prepared by assigned personnel for accuracy and adequacy.
Plans and coordinates complex investigations; monitors progress of current investigations; provides assistance on complex or sensitive cases.
Enforces policies, procedures and performance standards to insure efficient and effective services in compliance with City guidelines, goals and state and local laws.
Studies and conducts research regarding Department operations and related issues; develops reports and summaries for department use. Recommends and implements operational strategies and procedures regarding assigned administrative and tactical functions.
Evaluates work methods, case handling and results; develops and implements corrective measures as needed. Conducts internal affairs investigations involving Department personnel, including cases of alleged misconduct; processes citizen complaints.
Provides advice, assistance and training to personnel as necessary to make full use of individual capabilities. Assesses training needs, recommends appropriate training and confirms training is conducted and training requirements met.
Responsible for the conduct and general behavior of assigned personnel; reviews work performance of Sergeants and conducts their performance evaluations; ensures that all Gladstone Police Department personnel operate within the parameters of performance and conduct expectations; provides recognition and reward; handles grievances, takes corrective action by issuing discipline as necessary to maintain compliance with Department policies.
Recommends promotions, transfers, disciplinary actions and discharges. Works proactively to resolve grievances and other personnel matters. Reviews time and attendance records.
Assists in the preparation of the annual budget based on staffing and resource requirements, cost estimates and goals. Researches and submits information on budgetary issues necessary to provide services; monitors and documents expenditures in order to maintain compliance with approved budget.
Position requires on-call responsibilities; drives to serious crime scenes, accidents and other serious or sensitive incidents; assists the Sergeant or Officer-In-Charge and, when appropriate, assumes command.
Ensures proper notifications are made to the Police Chief, City Administrator and/or City Council regarding issues of importance.
Coordinates administrative activities and emergency responses with other public safety agencies; coordinates activities with other City departments. Plans and develops goals and standards for assigned Department projects and assists with implementation.
Drives to and attends various Community meetings and makes presentations about law enforcement topics of interest. Solicits and encourages Community input and involvement whenever appropriate.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Represents the City and the Department at task forces, committees and various meetings; Provides response to media representatives on issues, events and activities related to the Gladstone Police Department in collaboration with the PIO (Public Information Officer).
Serves as a member of the City’s Management Bargaining Team; gathers data to be used in collective bargaining with the Police Officer’s Association; administers collective bargaining agreement in assigned areas of responsibility.
May perform any or all duties and responsibilities of a Sergeant or Officer on an assigned shift. Performs other related duties as assigned.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, policies, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the practices, principles and procedures of criminal investigation; the rights of suspects and defendants; and, the rules and preservation of evidence.
• Thorough knowledge of modern methods, techniques and applicable laws and statutes used in the prevention, investigation and suppression of criminal activities.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable local ordinances, department rules and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of the records and reports required in the daily operation of a modern Police department.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and procedures and practices in law enforcement.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of supervision and leadership within a law enforcement agency; knowledge and understanding of department policy, core values, collective bargaining agreement, and administrative and personnel rules.
• Skill in the operation of the tools and equipment necessary for the job.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage assigned program areas, including monitoring work schedules and evaluating the work of Sergeants.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate operations and develop and implement solutions to resolve problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with Sergeants, Officers, support staff, bargaining unit representative, other City employees, elected officials and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, regarding complex or sensitive issues.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly during major incidents and in emergency situations.
• Ability to perform effectively under extremely stressful and dangerous conditions.
• Ability to train and supervise personnel.
• Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to evaluate and prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment and gear.
• Ability to safely operate a Police vehicle.
• Ability to meet all essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Police vehicle, Police radio, radar gun, duty rifle, duty pistol, baton, handcuffs, Taser CEW, OC spray, personal protective equipment/gear, mobile phone, evidence collection equipment, first aid equipment, computer, office application software, law enforcement and department specific software, the Internet, digital camera and mobile computer terminal.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the needs of a qualified individual with limitations who can perform the essential functions of the job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; drive; walk; use hands to handle, or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, run, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must be able to make an arrest, protect self, protect co-workers, protect other persons, protect property, perform defensive tactics and physically control and detain suspects by use of weapon(s) or physical abilities and when lawful and justified,.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment/gear.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Police Lieutenants are on-call working managers; and will be expected to adjust actual working hours when necessary to accommodate the needs of the department or as directed by the Chief. May experience disruptions to sleep due to emergency call-outs and phone calls.
Duties are primary performed in an office environment sitting at a desk or in the field where the employee is exposed to varying and extreme weather conditions. When responding to emergencies, employee risks physical hazard from violent, aggressive and hostile people, a variety of weapons, noise, chemicals, bodily secretions, sharp objects, traffic, drugs and drug paraphernalia. Physical exertion is required to climb stairs and over walls, run, move heavy objects, crawl through tight spaces, kneel in confined areas. Physical effort is required to lift materials, equipment and persons.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderately loud in the field.
Employee is required to don personal protective equipment/gear when the circumstances or situation warrants the necessity to do so.
PERFORMANCE FACTORS NOT PREVIOUSLY IDENTIFIED IN THIS DOCUMENT
Employees are expected to follow, adhere and uphold all City of Gladstone and Police Department policies, manuals and handbooks.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application - review of qualifications, written assignment, situational assignment, oral panel interview, executive interview, and a social/community engagement component. Finalists will undergo a thorough background investigation which will include social media history and a credit check followed by a psychological examination, and then a medical examination which includes a drug screen.
At the discretion of the City, some of these steps may be waived or modified for in-house promotional candidates and/or lateral candidates.