Police Lieutenant

The City of Stafford; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stafford, TX is seeking an experienced Police Sergeant to supervise an assigned unit, plan required training, and support departmental operations within a sworn police structure. Responsibilities include managing budgets, investigations, and special assignments while ensuring policy compliance and professional public safety service.

The candidate will mentor staff, oversee investigations, and coordinate with other departments in a dynamic public-safety environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field with five years of Police Sergeant level experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License and Advanced/TCOLE Supervisory certifications required.
• Strong supervisory, policy, and public safety administration skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, oversees and evaluates daily operations of the assigned unit; conducts shift briefings and ensures policy compliance.
• Supervises staff including assigning work, evaluations, training, and ensuring safety and policy adherence.
• Conducts in-service training and responds to public inquiries or media as needed.
• Reviews reports for accuracy and maintains required documentation.
• Contributes to policy development and may serve as command during critical incidents.
• Assists in budgeting, equipment/fleet planning, and special training programs.

Skills

Supervisory principles

Public safety admin

Law enforcement practices

Criminal investigations

Oral & written comms

Public relations

Education

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice

Valid Texas Driver's License

TCOLE Advanced Certification

TCOLE Supervisory Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This class is the fourth level in a five level Sworn Police Series. Incumbents provide direction and supervision for an assigned unit within the department. Responsibilities include supervising an assigned unit; organizing and planning required training; participating in administrative and policy activities in support of operations; responding to and directing activities and procedures related to Police procedure; managing assigned projects; managing operational budgets; managing inventory; overseeing the investigation of criminal activities; and, performing special assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Plans, organizes, oversees and evaluates the daily operations of assigned unit; conducts shift briefings to provide communication updates; ensures compliance with policies, laws and regulations.
• Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Conduct in-service training,
• Responds to and resolves sensitive public inquiries or complaints; provides public safety information, law enforcement updates and related departmental communications. May provide response to inquiries from the media.
• Reviews submitted reports and documentation for accuracy and completeness; ensures the maintenance of required documentation.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of policies and plans in support of departmental operations. May be called out and serve as command in providing police support at critical incidents.
• Assists in the development of and manages assigned operating budget; approves expenditures; recommends budgetary adjustments.
• Assists in planning and implementing of special training programs. Oversees maintenance of equipment inventory and/or fleet requirements.
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Subject to 24-hour recall: The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man-made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Must possess all the abilities and perform all essential functions as outlined in the job description for police officer. In addition, must possess above average oral and written communications skills.

• Supervisory principles, practices and techniques;
• Public safety administrative principles;
• Modern law enforcement and crime prevention practices;
• Principles and practices of comprehensive police patrol, criminal investigations and traffic safety
• Criminal procedures and defense tactics;
• Research methods;
• Applicable communications and law enforcement equipment;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;
• Supervising, monitoring, training and evaluating staff;
• Overseeing law enforcement and crime prevention activities;
• Overseeing criminal investigations and the securing and maintenance of crime scene evidence;
• Analyzing trends and providing recommendations;
• Assessing situations and directing response actions;
• Monitoring and supervising the maintenance of law enforcement equipment;
• Responding to the public or media regarding complex, sensitive issues;
• Providing positive public relations;

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure):

Associate's degree or 30 college credit hours in Criminal Justice or related field and five (5) years of Police Sergeant level experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Advanced Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE).
• Supervisory Training Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE).

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer