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Home My WebLink AboutPolice LieutenantUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: Police Lieutenant Department: Police Division: Field Opera�ons or Support Services Supervisor: Police Captain FLSA: Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 30 Job Number: 3006 Job Summary Plans, organizes, and directs ac�vi�es and opera�ons of assigned personnel, responds to emergency and non-emergency requests, and enforces all Iowa City ordinances and state and federal laws. Oversees and evaluates performance of assigned personnel. Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Supervises specialized func�on of the Police Department and periodically rotates assignments: o Professional standards func�on with oversight over internal inves�ga�ons, policy reviews and updates including ‘use of force’, management of accredita�on and training, and evidence opera�ons. o Patrol func�on with oversight over patrol opera�ons, review of service calls and reports, scheduling of staff, planning and carrying out special and regular opera�ons. o Inves�ga�ons func�on with oversight over detec�ve division and inves�ga�ons, review and assignment of cases, scheduling of staff, planning and carrying out special and regular opera�ons, and coopera�ng with drug task force agencies. • Supervises inves�ga�ons, interviews, interroga�ons; observes and instructs subordinate personnel in the field. • Supervises prepara�on of assignments and special instruc�ons to be disseminated to the officers. • Screens, reviews and corrects reports writen by subordinates; prepares reports on ac�vi�es and func�ons of assigned areas of responsibility. • Responds to field complaints, requests or problems from the general public, department personnel, and other county and state offices and agencies. • Par�cipates in counseling and training of subordinates; and makes recommenda�ons regarding training needs. • Assumes command and directs opera�ons in major criminal cases and serious traffic accidents, as needed; reviews follow-up inves�ga�ons. Updated: March 2024 • Assists with budget prepara�on, monitoring, and review of funds for specified uses, including grant funding and repor�ng. • Supervises daily inspec�on of vehicles and equipment to determine defects, cleanliness, damage and rou�ne maintenance. • Performs special assignments such as: assignment to Johnson County Drug Task Force, inves�ga�ons; grant development and administra�on. • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Performs other du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Associate Degree or at least sixty hours of coursework in Criminal Jus�ce/Law Enforcement or related. Five years experience in law enforcement with two years experience at the rank of Sergeant. • Iowa Peace Officer Cer�fica�on. Valid State of Iowa driver's license with sa�sfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the posi�on. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and six years of related experience; or ten years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, propor�ons, percentages, area, and circumference. • Ability to complete a variety of writen reports and cita�ons which may be used in a court of law. • Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. • Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Ability to read and interpret ordinances, state laws, reports and updates regarding criminal ac�vity. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists. • Knowledge of State and Federal laws, City ordinances, departmental policies, procedures, and goals. • Skill in oral and writen communica�on, listening, public rela�ons, and management. • Skill in the use of firearms, defense tac�cs and related law enforcement equipment. Updated: March 2024 • Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word, Excel, Outlook). Supervision Assists with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of a program function or unit for the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include supervising direct reports including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; writing and delivering performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and terminating employees. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 25 pounds, and will occasionally lift and/or move 50 to 100 pounds with or without assistance. Sufficient physical strength and stamina to bend, run, lift and crawl into small spaces and to restrain suspects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, animals, diseases and bloodborne pathogens. Employee may be exposed to dangerous situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves some exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Updated: March 2024 Reviewed/Approved by: Dus�n Liston, Police Chief (4/2024) I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________