POLICE LIEUTENANT

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Police Lieutenant is responsible for the administration and direct supervision of the sergeants under his/her

command within the assigned bureau. The Police Lieutenant will perform managerial, supervisory, technical and

general law enforcement work in order to preserve public peace; to protect lives, property and rights of the public

and to enforce statutory laws and ordinances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Responsible for the direct supervision of personnel under the assigned Bureau, by monitoring activities,

overseeing major incidents, reviewing schedule and assignment of personnel; and coordinate Bureau activities

with the assigned Bureau Police Commander and other senior management.

 Ensures sufficient staffing coverage for assigned shifts and the deployment of Bureau personnel (Officers,

Detectives, Civilian staff) into appropriate areas.

 Prepares and supervises the preparation of necessary records and reports on assigned Bureau supervisors,

reviews and approves reports prepared and submitted by subordinates that might relate to but not limited to

industrial forms, use of force incidents, arrest reports, and/or citizen complaints.

 Submits reports through the chain of command on data deemed necessary by the Chief of Police.

 Attends and/or conducts Bureau briefings; conducts and attend meetings.

 Assists other law enforcement personnel and agencies.

 Manages and controls operational plans to improve safety, training and reduce liability for the department and

the Community.

 Monitors, mentors and promotes the leadership development of first line supervisors.

 Maintains and ensures Personnel Performance Review files are conducted and completed on assigned

personnel.

 Attend community presentations and briefings as directed by the chain of command.

 Keeps subordinates informed on new laws, Police Department policies and procedures; ensures compliance

with all tribal, state and federal laws regarding law enforcement and an adherence to all departmental rules,

procedures and guidelines.