GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, the Police Lieutenant rank is assigned to supervise and administer one of three positions, Commander of Patrol Division, Criminal Investigation Division or Administration Division
which may
include Municipal Jail, Property and Evidence Unit, and/or Animal Control Unit. This position is also responsible for performing all essential functions, and possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities required of a Police Lieutenant. Lieutenants may supervise/manage Sergeants, Corporals, Supervisors, Police Officers and/or Civilian Employees based on assignments. This position is also responsible for performing all essential functions, and possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities required of a Police Sergeant.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.
- Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work of assigned staff; assign tasks and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provide constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
- Coach, train and motivate staff; coordinate and/or provide staff training; and manage employee relations; coordinates the workflow and prioritization of assignments and measures the performance of the unit and all related staff and takes appropriate corrective action when necessary; provides advice and counsel to staff; assists with development of developmental work plans for staff; and assists with investigation and implementation of corrective actions, discipline and termination procedures as appropriate/necessary.
- Investigates reports of crime including interviewing of victims, witnesses and suspects; processes crime scenes; completes probable cause statements and collects evidence and photography; prepares prosecution documents and presents cases to the prosecutor’s office; and testifies in court.
- Maintains policies and procedures for the administration of the department; monitors implementation of departmental rules and regulations; updates departmental guidelines according to federal, state, or local legislation; and analyzes regulatory compliance where appropriate.
- Direct and manage law enforcement activities and investigations. Ensure proper enforcement of all applicable codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations (both traffic and criminal) to protect life and property, prevent crime, and promote security.
- Oversees, direct, assign, or conduct criminal investigations; provide consultation and professional or technical expertise on major investigations, as needed.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Belton and the constituent population by providing excellent customer service; promotes the City goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records and City information; and performs related duties as required or assigned.
- Ensures that job duties are completed in strict adherence to established safe work practices.
- There may be other assigned functions including investigating personnel/citizen complaints; facilitating social media platforms; serving as a Public Information Officer (PIO); managing public/police events; generating annual and/or after-action reports; and performing other duties as assigned by the Deputy Police Chief.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Knowledge:
- Police methods, practices and procedures.
- Controlled substances and laws regarding them.
- Methods and techniques of criminal investigations.
- Evidence collection techniques and interviewing techniques.
- Use of police records and their application to the solution of police problems.
- General social problems and cultural diversity of citizenry.
- Federal, state, and City criminal and traffic laws and related court decisions, department policies, general orders and operation orders, police regulations, and other related rules and policies.
- Structure, organization and inter-relationships of city departments, agencies, and related governmental agencies and offices affecting assigned functions.
- Principles and practices of program administration.
- Effective communication principles and practices to include public relations and public speaking.
- Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
- Project management techniques.
- English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
- Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Skills:
- Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing reports and spreadsheets.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
- Understanding community and social conditions to determine needs.
- Working cooperatively, courteously, but firmly with all segments of the public.
- Evaluating a situation, making effective decisions under pressure, and taking appropriate actions.
- Maintaining discipline and respect of employees and to lead and command assigned staff in law enforcement and crime prevention activities.
- Leading and commanding effectively in emergency situations.
- Delegating authority and responsibility.
- Managing projects and making decisions in fast-paced, difficult environments.
- Preparing and analyzing data and comprehensive reports.
- Making effective presentations and speaking effectively during public relations and media appearances.
- Communicating in the English language by phone, police radio system or in person in a group or one-to-one setting.
- Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
- Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
- Applying project management techniques and principles.
- Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
- Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- 60 college credits or an Associate's Degree in law enforcement, Criminal Justice, business Administration or related field and POST certification.
- Five years of experience as a Patrol Officer that includes two years of experience as an investigator/detective, and 2 years of staff supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Possession of valid Driver’s License.
- Missouri POST Certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Work is generally performed in a standard office environment.
- Occasionally required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Occasionally exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious disease when responding to incidents, conducting investigations, and working around law enforcement emergencies.
