The Lathrop Police Department is currently recruiting for the positon of Police Lieutenant. The Police Department consists of 43 sworn positions. Under direction from the Police Chief or Captain, the Lieutenant plans, supervises, and coordinates the activities of the Police Department, including to serve as Watch Commander; to be responsible for the efficient accomplishment of the daily activities of an assigned unit(s); to provide protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances; conducting and overseeing investigations; to participate in community based police activities and programs; to coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to sworn staff; and performs related duties as required.
A newly hired Police Lieutenant will be enthusiastic, and a compassionate individual committed to community policing and dedicated to addressing the needs of the community. The individual should possess strong management skills. This is the first exempt management level classification in the Police classification series. The Police Lieutenant is responsible for directing and supervising the work of sworn and non-sworn classifications either directly or through subordinate supervisors; this classification may function as watch commander on an assigned shift.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held the week of April 22, 2024
- $5,000 Signing Bonus
- There is a 4% COLA that will be effective the first full pay period of July 2024, and 2025. Sworn staff have the option of contributing the unused health insurance balance to a 457 or taxable cash of unused balance (up to $697/month)
- Post-Retirement Medical Benefit
- Benefit Plan for Captain and Lieutenant
- Recruitment Incentives for Sworn Classifications
- Local Housing Assistance for Sworn Staff (*This is a limited funding benefit)
For additional information, or to apply for this opportunity, please visit the following link:
City of Lathrop Police Lieutenant