About the Department

Under general direction, plans, organizes and directs the activities and daily operations of an assigned unit, function, or patrol shift within CVMO. Performs special law enforcement and investigative tasks; conducts research, prepares staff reports, develops major event and tactical plans and, assists in developing operational objectives that support the long-range goals and priorities of the Department. This positions develops and implements comprehensive policies and procedures relating to department’s administrative operations. 
Every Town Employee is expected to follow the Town Core Values by setting the P.A.C.E.
(Professionalism, Accountability, Community and Excellence).

DISTINGUISHING CHARECTERISTICS: Lieutenant is a sworn management level position reporting to the Town Marshal. Incumbents are expected to exercise broad discretion and technically sound independent judgment in managing the daily operations of an assigned unit, function, or shift. Lieutenant is distinguished from Police Sergeant in that the former has overall management responsibility for a major division of the Camp Verde Marshal’s Office. Provides operational level management of the day-to-day administrative operations for Records Division, Property and Evidence, Administrative Sergeant, Animal Control and Public Safety Systems Administrator.

Position Duties

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
 

• Manages assigned staff; delegates assignments, deploys personnel, monitors work, and evaluates team performance; communicates departmental directives and changes in procedures and protocols, and assures effective communication of law enforcement issues.
• Maintains discipline and assures compliance to Department policies and general orders; assures that Peace Officers/Deputies/ and Civilian Staff are ready and prepared for duty/Shift, are adequately trained and equipped, and are held accountable for duties and responsibilities assigned
• Conducts staff briefings; coordinates work schedules; monitors the use of overtime and leave time; reviews and approves case reports; assures that all reports and paperwork are completed in a timely manner; advises Command staff regarding significant investigative developments.
• Trains and develops departmental personnel; maintains departmental discipline and the conduct and general behavior of assigned personnel; conducts periodic performance evaluations and planning sessions for assigned personnel; counsels personnel on job performance and disciplinary matters; conducts internal affairs investigations of departmental personnel. 
• Prepares and submits periodic reports to the Marshal regarding department activities and prepares a variety of other reports as appropriate; supervises the investigation of suspected crimes; takes command of major events and disasters.
• Participates in a variety of meetings with staff to discuss/resolve issues, concerns, complaints, and problems; consults with Town Marshal in the development of overall goals and objectives; promotes, develops, and implements crime prevention programs and other community-based programs.
• Performs duties of Police Officer as needed and assists Officers in the performance of their duties; enforces local, state and Federal laws, and enforces compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to policies, procedures and regulations.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Performs other related, similar or logical duties as assigned or required.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly supervises first-line supervisors and other assigned law enforcement/civilian personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess State of Arizona Driver's license.
• Must obtain AzPOST certification
• Must obtain AzPOST general instructor certification

Required Knowledge of:

• Crime prevention and criminal investigation theories, techniques, methods and procedures.
• The standards by which “quality police service” is measured.
• The geography, addresses and building locations within and surrounding Camp Verde.
• The equipment used in law enforcement including weaponry, communications and vehicles.
• Town and Department procedures, rules, regulations, and general orders.
• Pertinent case law and federal and state laws, statutes, as well as Town ordinances effecting law enforcement.
• Basic leadership and supervisory practices and techniques.
• Law enforcement liability and loss prevention practices. 

 
Required Skill in:

• Planning, organizing, directing, and evaluation of police department programs.
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with school system officials, other law enforcement agencies, general public, Town officials and Town staff.
• Applying and teaching police methods, practices and procedures, with the ability to recall and apply in specific situations.
• Directing, assigning, and supervising the work of law enforcement officers.
• Use of firearms and other police equipment.
• Using good judgment in making effective decisions under pressure.
• Evaluating the work of subordinate staff to ensure achievement of departmental objectives and standards
• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Fostering and maintaining a high level of morale and discipline.

Other Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, management, or a closely related field; AND five years experience in police work with at least three years in a supervisory capacity; OR any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.