POLICE LIEUTENANT / POLICE

Sccmo; Portage Des Sioux (MO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Extended Medical Leave

Holidays

Employee Health

Dental

Life

Disability

Retirement

Tuition Assistance programs

Job summary

St. Charles County is seeking qualified candidates for a Lieutenant promotional role within the Police Department. The position oversees examination components, education and experience reviews, and the eligibility list process.

The incumbent will coordinate Written Exam, Structured Oral Interview, and Chief’s Interview, with final promotion decisions based on performance and internal policy. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college credit hours in Criminal Justice or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Missouri POST certification and a valid driver’s license.
• 6+ years of experience and 1 year supervisory experience.
• Promotional process requires 70% on Written Exam and Chief’s Interview.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate examinations and eligibility processes for promotion within the Police Department.
• Oversee the Written Exam, Structured Oral Interview, and Chief’s Interview components and finalize the Eligibility List.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Policy development

Education

Associate's degree or 60 college credit hours in Criminal Justice or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Missouri POST certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

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*Open to Non-Probationary Employees Only*

This position will serve in one of five (5) bureaus to be determined: Office of the Chief, Bureau of Administration, Bureau of Field Operations, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, or Bureau of Special Enforcement.

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF:

The purpose of this position is to assist in policy and procedure development and revision, ensure CALEA Accreditation, conduct internal affairs investigations, act as department liaison to other law enforcement and government agencies, and conduct special projects for the Chief of Police. The work is performed under the direction of the Chief of Police.

BUREAU OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES:

The purpose of this position is to develop, direct, and implement community crime prevention/safety education programs, and to assist with budget preparation and grant proposals; directs management services and oversees Body Camera program and Police Records. The work is performed under the direction of the Bureau Commander.

BUREAU OF FIELD OPERATIONS:

The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, and assist the Bureau Commander in overseeing Police Department Patrol operations, including patrol and investigations; assist and collaborate with the Chief of Police and other department Captains regarding overall general management issues; and supervise, schedule, and evaluate subordinates. Performs duties as Watch Commander or BFO Deputy Bureau Commander. The work is performed under the direction of the Bureau Commander.

BUREAU OF CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION:

The purpose of this position is to plan, coordinate, and manage the staffing and control of criminal investigations. This position commands the Cyber Crime Unit, St. Charles County Regional SWAT, or functions as the Deputy Bureau Commander. The work is performed under the direction of the Bureau Commander.

BUREAU OF OPERATIONAL SUPPORT:

The purpose of this position is to plan staffing, control, and coordination of special operations, serve as the Commander for the St. Charles County Regional SWAT Team, and assist the Bureau Commander on special assignments as directed. The work is performed under the direction of the direction of the Bureau Commander.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education
  • An associate's degree or 60 college credit hours are required in Criminal Justice or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certifications
  • Missouri POST certification
  • Valid motor vehicle operator's license
• Job Experience
  • 6 or more years of experience
  • 1 year of supervisory experience

EXAMINATION COMPONENTS:

• Applicants interested in promotion to the Lieutenant position must have no categories with ratings below “Meets Expectations” in their last Annual Performance Evaluation.
• The examination process consists of a Written Exam, a Structured Oral Interview, an evaluation of the candidate’s education, experience, performance appraisals, attendance, and documented job performance.
• Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% on the Written Exam and Structured Oral Interview to continue in the promotional process.
• Scores from the written examination, structured oral interview, education & experience, and job performance will be tabulated to determine the applicants’ ratings, at which point candidates will be added to the Eligibility List in rank order.
• The top 50% (or top three (3), whichever is greater) of qualified applicants on the eligibility list shall advance to the Chief’s Interview. If less than three (3) applicants are placed on the eligibility list, each qualified applicant shall advance to the Chief’s Interview.
• Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% on the Chief’s Interview to be considered for promotion.
• The following points will be assigned to each step of the promotional process to determine an applicant’s final score:
  • Written Examination – 30 points.
  • Structured Oral Interview – 30 points.
  • Education and Experience – 5 points.
  • Job Performance – 5 points.
  • Chief’s Interview – 30 points.
• Scores from all components will then be tabulated to determine the applicants’ final ratings, at which point Human Resources will certify up to fifteen (15) candidates from the Eligibility List for the position Certification List.

ELIGIBILITY LIST:

• Candidates must meet all qualifications and pass all examination components to be added to the Eligibility List.
• Eligibility lasts for one year for the Lieutenant position (unless the list is canceled or examination procedures are revised). Written exam scores will remain active for two years, unless the candidate decides to retake the exam.
• The Eligibility List may be utilized to fill similar law enforcement positions that become vacant.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off
• Extended Medical Leave
• Holidays
• Employee Health
• Dental
• Life
• Disability
• Retirement
• Tuition Assistance programs

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position that includes a full range of benefits.

WRITTEN EXAM DATES & LOCATIONS:

• Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM at St. Charles County Police Department – 101 Sheriff Dierker Court, O’Fallon, MO 63366

Following the completion of the testing process, applicants will be contacted by Human Resources via email regarding their status and next steps. The results of the exam may take up to 7 business days. Those who pass the Written Exam will be scheduled for Structured Oral Interviews.

STRUCTURED ORAL INTERVIEWS:

• Structured Oral Interviews will be scheduled for Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026 (Thursday, December 3rd, if needed.)
• Chief’s Interviews will be scheduled for Wednesday, December 9th, 2026.

These will both take place at the St. Charles County Police Department, 101 Sheriff Dierker Court, O’Fallon, MO 63366. Applicants will be notified of their scheduled interview appointments.

St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.

Job ID 830026-3 Category All Jobs Status Open Salary SALARY: $91,395.12 per year (Promotional salary for current County employees will be determined in accordance with the Basic Pay Plan) Posted October 19, 2026 9:00 AM Closing November 6, 2026 12:00 PM