What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Lieutenant position at City of Sebastopol?
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Provide integrity with every interaction by serving as the City of Sebastopol’s POLICE LIEUTENANT Salary: $116,973 - $142,199 Annually$9,748 - $11,850 MonthlyPlus an excellent benefits package Deadline to Apply: Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 11:59 PMThe City of Sebastopol is seeking one full-time, energetic, collaborative, effective leader as it’s next Police Lieutenant. The Police Lieutenant exercises direct supervision of all sworn, non-sworn and civilian personnel who are subordinate, to ensure the efficient and orderly operation of the police department. The selected candidate will be responsible for the implementation of all appropriate aspects of police activity, as defined and related to the police profession. The Police Lieutenant may serve as Acting Chief of Police in the Chief’s/Captain’s absence. The City will hire at the Police Lieutenant or Police Captain rank, depending on the qualifications held by the pool of qualified applicants. Please see our concurrent Police Captain recruitment for more information.The Police Lieutenant will demonstrate cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances, including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities.IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will be: An inclusive leader, embracing diversity and the differences among us, empowering and developing staff, and requiring accountability of all.A service-minded leader and officer, who effectively communicates to a diverse population and workforce, communicating accurately, and persuasively orally and in writing.Skilled in interpersonal relations with excellent ability to listen and understand, diffuse situations, and build relationships.A highly disciplined officer demanding a high moral compass from all members of the department with keen political acumen.Skilled at project management and developing, administering, and controlling a municipal and department budget.A fair and consistent administrator of all applicable department and City policies.Represents the department with integrity and empathy.Able to mentor and develop less tenured personnel to prepare them for leadership roles.Possess a collaborative nature, including working across the City’s departments and with the community. QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Possession of an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science Degree; B.A. or B.S. Degree preferred.Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in the police profession, with at least three (3) years in supervisory capacity. License and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver's license.Advanced P.O.S.T. Certificate and Supervisory P.O.S.T. Certificate. Management P.O.S.T. Certificates are desired. Language Skills: The ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desired but not required.Background and exam process: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a standard Police background investigation, including fingerprinting, and a polygraph exam. Psychological evaluation, and a complete physical exam with drug screening.ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Sebastopol Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency tasked with providing public safety services to our Sebastopol community. The department is organized into three divisions – Administration, Operations, and Technical and Support Services – and is managed by the Chief of Police, Police Captain (1), and Records Manager/Dispatch Supervisor (1). Our Police Sergeants (4), Police Officers (8), Dispatchers (5), Police Technicians(1), and Community Service Volunteers(1) work collaboratively with our community to deliver professional police services and provide a safe environment for our residents and those who work and visit our wonderful city. The department's mission is to provide a safe environment and enhance the quality of life in our community through exemplary public safety services. The department strives to be a model of excellence by providing professional public safety services with integrity and accountability and partnering with our community.SELECTION PROCESS: Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on the information submitted. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase in the recruitment process, which may include an oral panel interview and/or practical exercise. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the City for consideration for final selection.APPLICATION PROCESS: Qualified candidates are invited to apply by submitting a letter of interest and a focused resume detailing their most recent experience and demonstrated career accomplishments relevant to this position, along with their completed application and supplemental questions to CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-sebastopol All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.The deadline to apply for this position is Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 11:59 PMCandidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process or additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org. The City of Sebastopol is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOLIS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERRecruitment Services Provided by, Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC.
Provide integrity with every interaction by serving as the City of Sebastopol’s POLICE LIEUTENANT Salary: $116,973 - $142,199 Annually$9,748 - $11,850 MonthlyPlus an excellent benefits package Deadline to Apply: Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 11:59 PMThe City of Sebastopol is seeking one full-time, energetic, collaborative, effective leader as it’s next Police Lieutenant. The Police Lieutenant exercises direct supervision of all sworn, non-sworn and civilian personnel who are subordinate, to ensure the efficient and orderly operation of the police department. The selected candidate will be responsible for the implementation of all appropriate aspects of police activity, as defined and related to the police profession. The Police Lieutenant may serve as Acting Chief of Police in the Chief’s/Captain’s absence. The City will hire at the Police Lieutenant or Police Captain rank, depending on the qualifications held by the pool of qualified applicants. Please see our concurrent Police Captain recruitment for more information.The Police Lieutenant will demonstrate cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances, including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities.IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will be: An inclusive leader, embracing diversity and the differences among us, empowering and developing staff, and requiring accountability of all.A service-minded leader and officer, who effectively communicates to a diverse population and workforce, communicating accurately, and persuasively orally and in writing.Skilled in interpersonal relations with excellent ability to listen and understand, diffuse situations, and build relationships.A highly disciplined officer demanding a high moral compass from all members of the department with keen political acumen.Skilled at project management and developing, administering, and controlling a municipal and department budget.A fair and consistent administrator of all applicable department and City policies.Represents the department with integrity and empathy.Able to mentor and develop less tenured personnel to prepare them for leadership roles.Possess a collaborative nature, including working across the City’s departments and with the community. QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Possession of an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science Degree; B.A. or B.S. Degree preferred.Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in the police profession, with at least three (3) years in supervisory capacity. License and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver's license.Advanced P.O.S.T. Certificate and Supervisory P.O.S.T. Certificate. Management P.O.S.T. Certificates are desired. Language Skills: The ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desired but not required.Background and exam process: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a standard Police background investigation, including fingerprinting, and a polygraph exam. Psychological evaluation, and a complete physical exam with drug screening.ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Sebastopol Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency tasked with providing public safety services to our Sebastopol community. The department is organized into three divisions – Administration, Operations, and Technical and Support Services – and is managed by the Chief of Police, Police Captain (1), and Records Manager/Dispatch Supervisor (1). Our Police Sergeants (4), Police Officers (8), Dispatchers (5), Police Technicians(1), and Community Service Volunteers(1) work collaboratively with our community to deliver professional police services and provide a safe environment for our residents and those who work and visit our wonderful city. The department's mission is to provide a safe environment and enhance the quality of life in our community through exemplary public safety services. The department strives to be a model of excellence by providing professional public safety services with integrity and accountability and partnering with our community.SELECTION PROCESS: Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on the information submitted. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase in the recruitment process, which may include an oral panel interview and/or practical exercise. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the City for consideration for final selection.APPLICATION PROCESS: Qualified candidates are invited to apply by submitting a letter of interest and a focused resume detailing their most recent experience and demonstrated career accomplishments relevant to this position, along with their completed application and supplemental questions to CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-sebastopol All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.The deadline to apply for this position is Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 11:59 PMCandidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process or additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org. The City of Sebastopol is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOLIS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERRecruitment Services Provided by, Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC.
Salary : $9,748 - $11,850
