What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Lieutenant position at Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission?
The Lieutenant serves as the supervisor over the patrol division. The Lieutenant is responsible for the deployment of enforcement services and oversees the operations of the patrol staff by providing direction to the sergeants on how / where to direct resources. The Lieutenant is responsible for carrying out administrative duties that are directly related to patrol matters, including training, disciplinary actions and any patrol associated reports; and keeping the Captain and the Chief informed of patrol related matters as they affect the agency.
This position is an in-person role located in Hood River, Oregon.
Benefits
CRITFC offers competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), 12 days of vacation (to start), 13 paid holidays, and paid sick time. We provide professional development opportunities, promote from within, and have a Native hiring preference as part of our commitment to our people. As a result, you will find a work environment that supports and inspires our shared goals of protecting the natural world and the tribal cultural connection to it.
Responsibilities
- Direct supervisor over the Patrol Sergeants, Detective, and Evidence Tech. Indirectly supervises patrol personnel by acting in a counseling, teaching, and advocate capacity to maintain acceptable levels of work performance and employee morale.
- Serves as an advisor and enforcement liaison to the Captain and Chief of Police, keeping them informed of enforcement activities, concerns, and responsibilities.
- Meets regularly with patrol and investigations personnel to coordinate efforts in all enforcement services.
- Responsible for compliance in all aspects of subordinate personnel hiring, evaluations, promotions, terminations, investigations of misconduct, grievances, and training, by maintaining a working knowledge of CRITFC Policies and Procedures and the Enforcement department's Policy manual.
- Responsible for the coordination and communication with other units within CRITPD and with outside agencies, including tribal, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, courts, and attorneys by attending meetings, providing reports, and general correspondence.
- Responsible overseeing accuracy and completeness of CRITPD cases and evidence by occasionally reviewing and approving enforcement case reports, complaint log entries, officer daily activity reports, court preparations, and evidence procedures for intake, recording, release, and / or disposal of seized property.
- Performs periodic quality assurance checks on all patrol personnel, reviewing body cam footage, incident reports, patrol activity, and other patrol duties in order to ensure accountability and quality of performance.
- Responsible for the creation of any reports or written documentation that may be needed to document department activity. Including but not limited to, season reports, annual compilation of Use of Force reports and any other pertinent reporting requirements.
- Work with the CRITFC Public Information Office in gathering and disseminating enforcement information to the public.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Captain or Chief of Police.
Qualifications
CRITFC Motor Vehicle Policy
This job occasionally requires driving a CRITFC vehicle or your own vehicle for business (mileage compensated), and therefore you must be able to meet the terms of the CRITFC Motor Vehicle policy. Per the policy, applicants are required to have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for the past three years. This includes a three-year record clear of the following :
Native Hiring Preference
CRITFC implements a tribal preference policy and encourages citizens and descendants of our member tribes (Nez Perce, Umatilla, Warm Springs, and Yakama) and other federally recognized tribes to apply.
CRITFC is committed to building a culturally inclusive community and a work environment that respects and inspires every person. Members of historically marginalized groups including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are invited to apply.
Recruitment period
Opened until filled