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CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019 at 5:00 pm for application submission
GENERAL STATEMENT
Plans, organizes and manages Administrative, Patrol Operations and Support Services and/or programs consistent with the Department’s mission, core values, and department policy. Performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work in the performance of law enforcement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Any combination equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the field of Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field, or over three years’ experience as a Sergeant, Captain, Commander, or administrative position with a Police Department is desired.
• Seven years’ experience in a municipal Police agency.
• Possess a Washington State First Level Supervision Certification.
• Obtain a Washington State Mid-Level Management Certification within one year of appointment.
• Working knowledge of police operations, administrative services, and management.
• Must be able to analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action, especially under conditions which are psychologically and emotionally stressful.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with people who are in physical or emotional stress.
• Must have the ability to determine priority of customer needs and follow up on them.
• Must be able to consistently demonstrate tact, courtesy, reliability, and maturity while carrying out assigned duties.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history background check and be able to pass the City’s security clearance standards for unescorted access to certain City facilities.
Application Process
To Apply for this position, please submit:
• A resume (three-page maximum).
• Your responses to the supplemental questions below (one-page maximum, per question).
• A detailed cover letter (two-page maximum) describing your experience, leadership style, and why you are interested in the position.
• A City of Lake Forest Park Application.
You must submit your packet (electronic packets preferred) to:
Attention: Lee Aalund
Lake Forest Park Police Lieutenant’s Application Materials
Mailing address:
17425 Ballinger Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
Email: laalund@ci.lake-forest-park.wa.us
All packets are due by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019.
Supplemental Questions
To Apply for this position, please submit:
1. Please explain why you want to be the City of Lake Forest Park’s next Lieutenant. Provide examples of how you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities that uniquely qualify you for this position.
2. The Lake Forest Park Police Department has experienced retirements of veteran command officers and has several new employees. Provide examples of how you would work alongside and assist the Chief of Police in the development and growth of the Police Department. Provide an example of your experience with leadership, strategic planning, or visionary process.
3. Describe your direct experience in dealing with personnel issues, including mentoring and training, disciplinary due process, grievances, arbitration procedures, and collective bargaining.
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