The Grants Pass Police Department is excited to announce an outstanding career opportunity for a motivated and experienced leader to fill a vacancy for a Police Lieutenant.
As a Police Lieutenant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of public safety in our community. Reporting to the Police Captain, you will lead and mentor the Sergeants and personnel within your assigned division, overseeing day-to-day operations and guiding your team toward excellence.
This dynamic leadership position offers the opportunity to influence major initiatives, including directing criminal investigations, solving community challenges, safeguarding life and property, and ensuring the effective enforcement of laws and ordinances. You will also take on responsibilities such as assisting with Internal Affairs investigations, conducting research, drafting municipal code updates, and managing citizen concerns.
In this role, you will represent the Department to City Council and community groups through presentations and public engagement, contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures, and serve as a public information officer. Additional duties include preparing bid documentation and performing essential administrative functions that support the Department’s mission.
If you’re ready to take on a leadership role that makes a meaningful difference and helps shape the direction of the Grants Pass Police Department, we encourage you to apply.
The assessment for this position will include a review of experience, cover letter, resume and law enforcement panel interview and Chief's interview.
The job description is located here.
The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of the community's goals.
We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.
If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!
A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and six years of related experience including three years of supervisory experience are required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing Requirements (positions in this class require):
•Oregon Driver’s License – Class C with an acceptable driving record
•Oregon Police Officer Certificate
•Oregon Police Supervisory Certificate within 1 year of appointment
Attach your resume and cover letter.
Application materials must be submitted by the closing date in order to be considered for this position.
Note: All scoring sections require a passing score of 70%.The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience and knowledge, education, responses to supplemental questionnaire, submission of required materials and meeting minimum qualifications and special qualifications of the position, law enforcement panel interview and Chief's interview.
All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process. Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.
Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.
It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.
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