Police Lieutenant - Strategic Leader, Operations & People

The City of Dunn; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k) & 457(b)

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Birthday holiday

Job summary

The City of Dunn seeks a Police Lieutenant to provide leadership and direction for a major division within the Police Department. This role coordinates personnel, operations, resources, and administrative functions to ensure professional police services and accountability.

Requirements include a degree in criminal justice or related field and extensive supervisory experience in law enforcement; duties cover budget oversight, policy development, and community engagement with city officials and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in criminal justice or a related field, supplemented by law enforcement training and supervisory experience.
• Ability to lead through subordinate supervisors and maintain accountability for personnel and operations.
• Experience in budget development, purchasing procedures, and inter-department coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction for personnel assigned to a major division or functional area.
• Assigns, coordinates, and reviews work; monitors staffing and operational needs.
• Performs administrative functions related to law enforcement operations.
• Represents the Department at community meetings and public events.
• Maintains professional relationships with residents, businesses, and public safety partners.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Team management

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

The City of Dunn seeks a Police Lieutenant to provide leadership and direction for a major division within the Police Department. This role coordinates personnel, operations, resources, and administrative functions to ensure professional police services and accountability.

Requirements include a degree in criminal justice or related field and extensive supervisory experience in law enforcement; duties cover budget oversight, policy development, and community engagement with city officials and