POLICE LIEUTENANT

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a supervisory law enforcement position in charge of the overall operation and activities of the police department. Particular responsibility may be designated to the uniform division or the criminal investigative unit. Work is performed under the general direction of the Police Chief or Deputy Police Chief and in accordance with established departmental rules and policies. Immediate supervision is exercised over the work of Police Sergeants and general supervision over all subordinate personnel. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

When assigned to the uniform division, supervises and coordinates shift activities, records division, parking enforcement, school crossing guards, animal control, training schools and/or seminars and special projects, and insures maximum coverage for the delivery of police protection;

When assigned to the investigative unit, supervises and participates in all criminal investigations and identification work which includes securing evidence, questioning of prisoners and witnesses, fingerprinting, preparing evidence for presentation to the courts, and testifying in court;

Assists superiors in planning and directing the activities of the department;

Supervises, assigns and schedules work activities of subordinates;

Instructs subordinates in methods and procedures, reviews work and evaluates performance;

Maintains personnel records, conducts internal background investigations, and prepares reports of activities;

May act as departmental liaison to outside organizations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of police work, including a good knowledge of New York penal Law, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Vehicle and Traffic Law; particular knowledge of criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, and prosecution of persons; skill in the use of firearms; ability to supervise work of others; skill in making contacts with the public and outside agencies; dependability; initiative and resourcefulness; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of satisfactory experience as a Police Sergeant.