General Information
| Job Description | POLICE LIEUTENANT MGR 1 | Working Title | Police Lieutenant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 005977 | Grade | 25 |
| Department Name | Police - D01123 | Department Head | Anthony Frisbee |
| Supervisor | Anthony Frisbee | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 005314 | POLICE SERGEANT SUPV 2 | 4.0 |
Generic Scope
| Spends the majority of time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated achievements of subordinate staff. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy. Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls. Manages systems and procedures to protect departmental assets. |
Custom Scope
| Reports through Police Chain of Command. Provides management for one or more department units or divisions. The police department is a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operation. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Reviews and approves recommendations for functional programs. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in additional costs and personnel. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the general direction of the Director of Campus Safety Services (Chief of Police), the Police Lieutenant is responsible for managing, directing, and planning the daily operations and long-range goals of their units. The incumbent has a critical role in the University of California Police Department as a Patrol and/or Operations Lieutenant and provides oversight and supervision to units and programs including, but not limited to: patrol, traffic, communications, special events, UNET, Community Service Officers, investigations, and crime prevention. The incumbent may act for the Director of Campus Safety Services (Chief of Police) in their absence and is responsible for all functions/tasks appropriate to the classification. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| High school diploma or equivalent. | Required |
| Ability to successfully complete other training or prerequisites as required by regulation, law or policy. | Preferred |
| Relevant experience, training and/or four year college degree. | Preferred |
| Bachelor's degree in Criminology or Political Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience | Preferred |
| Completion of POST Supervisory Leadership Institute, and/or POST Command College or the National FBI Academy | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 8 - 13 years of related experience. | Required |
| Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
| Minumum of three years experience supervising sworn officers in a recognized law enforcement agency. | Preferred |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Possess a valid California Driver's License. | Required |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Possession of a POST Supervisory certificate and successful completion of the probationary period as a sergeant. | Preferred |
| Ability to successfully earn the POST Management certificate by completing a POST-certified 104-hour Management course within one year of appointment and serving as a Lieutenant for a period of two years. | Required |
Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ability to successfully complete other training or prerequisites as required by regulation, law or policy. | Required |
| Completion of POST Supervisory Leadership Institute, and/or POST Command College or the National FBI Academy | Preferred |
Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Develops and monitors operational and budget processes, staff FTE, finance, human resources and space planning. Directly manages, plans and administers the deployment of personnel, resources and funds for one or more units or divisions of the police department on a daily basis, and fulfills other duties as described in departmental policies and procedures. Delegates responsibilities, establishes benchmarks and balances workloads as necessary to accomplish department goals. Reviews and approves the work of assigned personnel. Counsels assigned personnel and takes progressive and/or appropriate corrective action when necessary. Recommends employees for commendation and discipline as appropriate. | 30 |
| Evaluate and develop strategies to mitigate security risk factors for the campus in support of the campus Enterprise Risk Management team. | 20 |
Develop strategies, standards, methods and systems for the successful implementation of department goals in a manner consistent with the mission of the department and the campus.
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15 |
| Serves as the functional manager or supervisor for other department employees of lower rank or classification in the absence of the normally designated manager or supervisor. Provides necessary command and control for the department and/or the campus in the absence of a ranking officer or other officials or authorities. Conducts internal administrative investigations as assigned. | 10 |
| Establishes and recommends changes to policies which affect the department. Assists the Police Captain and other command staff in the development of policy, budget and other planning for the department. Participates in personnel action review boards and administrative investigation review boards. Participates in the recruiting and hiring process for new employees. Recommends new procedures, technologies or functions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Procures and maintains equipment and supplies. | 10 |
| Manages, through subordinate supervisors, the proper and efficient delivery of public safety and law enforcement services for unit/division with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, and employees. Maintains and reviews activity logs and other records. Ensures all records, including confidential items and electronic data, are securely handled, stored, accessed and released only in compliance with applicable law and policy. Serves as the department's representative in court appearances, audit responses or other legal and administrative proceedings as necessary. | 5 |
| Prepares and presents reports, statistics, and other descriptive communications or documents within and on behalf of the unit/division. May represent senior management in public appearances and as active leadership within community and campus committees and groups. | 5 |
| During or in preparation for civil unrest, disaster or other significant police operations, serves as a platoon leader or in a management position within the campus emergency plan and the Incident Command System, or performs other assigned functions. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and possess a valid California Driver's License. | Required |
| Strong knowledge of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment. Strong knowledge of current law enforcement management theory and administrative standards. | Required |
| Strong ability to effectively orchestrate the ongoing deployment of multiple employees and resources. Strong ability to supervise and train staff in the relevant and necessary aspects of their duties. | Required |
| Strong knowledge of budgeting and financial practices applicable to law enforcement in the University environment. | Required |
| Strong ability to credibly represent the police department in an official capacity. | Required |
| Broad experience performing all aspects of police officer and sergeant of police functions. | Required |
| Strong ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. Strong ability to take decisive action based upon sound judgment. | Required |
| Strong knowledge of law, regulation and University policy regarding public safety and law enforcement functions. | Required |
| Strong ability to operate computers and other relevant or specialized technology. | Required |
| Broad knowledge of use and legal application of firearms and other police weapons, equipment or tools. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Background investigation. | Required |
| Ability to work rotating shifts in all weather conditions and during extended periods during disaster or civil disorder. | Required |
| nt alien staIs at least 21 years of age and a US citizen or has permanent resident alien status and achieves citizenship within three years. | Required |
| No felony convictions or other legal restrictions on the ability to carry firearms or to perform other work responsibilities. | Required |
| Successful medical and psychological evaluation. | Required |
| Valid Drivers License | Required |
| Meets all other requirements for peace officers and the rank of Lieutenant as established by law and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. | Required |
| Public Driving Record | Required |
| Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
| Travel | Required |
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |