Description

This is a Closed-Promotional recruitment. Only online city applications will be accepted and they must be submitted no later than 4 : 00 p.

m. on Friday, July 5, 2024. Applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates whose background and experience best meet our requirements will be invited to the selection process.

Applicants are responsible for the proper submission of their own application materials. Attach a copy of your official transcripts, unofficial transcripts or Degree(s) earned to the electronic application.

Failure to attach a copy of your transcripts or Degree(s) earned will result in the rejection of your application. Applicants providing any additional supplemental material with their application must provide their materials at the time of application filing.

You will not be allowed to participate in the examination process if you do not meet the minimum requirements and attach a copy of your official / unofficial transcripts or degree to the electronic application on or before the application closing date.

Candidate Notification : All communication for this recruitment will be done by e-mail. Candidates are responsible for providing the correct e-mail address and checking their e-mail account regularly for electronic communications.

Test dates are tentative, and subject to change without prior notice, candidates will receive written confirmation from the Human Resources Department.

TEST COMPONENT WEIGHT % TENTATIVE TEST DATE Candidate Orientation 0%July 11, 2024Written Examination 30%July 30, 2024Promotability45%July 30, 2024

Demonstration & Assessment Center25%July 31, 2024

The Department

The El Segundo Police Department provides the highest level of customer service through a community- oriented policing and problem-solving philosophy.

Within this philosophy, department members work in partnership with community members to identify problems for the purposes of making long-term improvements in the safety and quality of life in El Segundo.

Essential Job Functions

Under general supervision the Lieutenant plans, supervises and coordinates the day to-day activities of an assigned watch or division of the Police Department.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.

This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities :

Plans, supervises and coordinates designated police activities and services; prepares work schedules and assigns special projects;

conducts briefings with subordinate supervisors regarding assignments, training, law enforcement issues, citizen complaints, etc.

• Reviews reports prepared by subordinate officers and supervisors; conducts research and compiles statistics; analyzes crime statistics and trends, prepares complex reports and recommends division, bureau and / or Department changes to meet police service needs of the City.
• Coordinates division activities with other police programs or staff to ensure service delivery according to appropriate policies, procedures and specifications;
• serves as a technical resource within the City for the division; provides public information on police incidents, operations and services;

participates in developing division goals and objectives; participates in developing and administering division budgets.

Works with community groups and representatives in developing and administering crime prevention programs; represents the Department to external contacts and resources;

participates in special projects and assumes special assignments as directed.

Schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates staff; provides for and / or conducts staff development; establishes work methods and standards;

initiates corrective and / or disciplinary action and responds to grievances and complaints according to established personnel policies and procedures and in consultation with Human Resources.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Knowledge of :

• Principles, practices and techniques of law enforcement and police administration.
• Causes, prevention and control of delinquency.
• Rules of evidence, rights of citizens and prisoners, and laws pertaining to search, seizure and arrest.
• Traffic enforcement and education.
• Court procedures.
• Physical layout and composition of the City.
• Principles and practices of effective supervision.

Skill in :

• Program implementation and evaluation.
• Preparing statistical reports.
• Supervising, motivating and evaluating staff.
• The use of personal computers and office related software.
• Conducting research and preparing clear, concise and comprehensive reports.
• Understanding and applying regulations, procedures and guidelines.
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Working under pressure, handling day-to-day operational problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and / or unexpectedly.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public.

Qualifications

Experience : Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional law enforcement experience, including two (2) years of current, continuous, experience as a Police Sergeant.

Education : Meet all POST requirements and possession of a Bachelor's Degree or higher at the time of the first examination process.

License / Certificates : Possession of a California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Last updated : 2024-06-20