8310-Sheriff's Lieutenant

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Title: Sheriff�s Lieutenant

Job Code: 8310

INTRODUCTION

Under general supervision of a Captain, acts as operational and/or administrative manager of a facility; commands a detention/program facility on an assigned watch; commands civil process work and civil/criminal courts; performs, coordinates or reviews investigative activities; prepares reports, memos and written correspondence; evaluates and documents the work performance of subordinates (both sworn and civilian staff); conducts research and completes special projects/assignments; coordinates inmate services; performs and supervises performance of related law enforcement duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The class of Sheriff's Lieutenant is distinguished from that of Sheriff's Sergeant in that a Sheriff's Lieutenant serves as a first-level manager in assigned duties at a facility, regularly serves as a Watch Commander, and may serve as a Section Commander, Assistant Facility Commander, or Assistant Division Commander in a jail, court security, field and support services, administrative or specialized division or subdivision of the Sheriff's Department. The class of Sheriff's Lieutenant is further distinguished from that of Sheriff's Captain in that Sheriff's Captain is responsible for the overall administration of a jail facility, coordinates with other command personnel, and coordinates and administers the formulation and preparation of the fiscal controls for the facility/division.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The Sheriff's Lieutenant as the first level manager at an assigned facility may supervise Sheriff's Sergeants, Senior Deputies, and Deputies as well as civilian staff.

MAJOR, IMPORTANT, AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Evaluates and documents the work performance of subordinates (sworn and civilian), both formally and informally, including annual performance evaluations and day-to-day evaluations; ensures adherence to employee standards and departmental code of conduct, recommends corrective action to chain-of-command within policy guidelines and sees that it is properly administered; identifies training needs and instructs subordinates during muster or through formal or informal training sessions on proper performance of their duties, safety and emergency procedures, investigative techniques, etc.; reviews/schedules work assignments, may recommend or assign subordinates to various shifts, assignments or projects; provides day-to-day guidance and experiential knowledge for subordinates on work-related issues; advises subordinates as to meaning and consequences of Department policies and procedures, and ensures adherence; assists subordinates in dealing with personal, family, career and job-related problems, provides positive reinforcement to improve morale and productivity; investigates and handles complaints and grievances from citizens, subordinates and inmates/detainees.

2. Initiates and conducts formal and impromptu inspections of subordinates, civilian staff, inmates, facilities, records and equipment in order to ensure that department policy and regulations are being followed; performs, coordinates or reviews investigative activities, determines if specialized personnel/resources are needed and coordinates activities with other sections in the Department; prepares reports, issues intra- and interdepartmental memos and written correspondence, and reviews, evaluates and approves various types of reports as to completeness and form.

3. In case of major incidents, determines the situation and probable impact, directs subordinates, the public, civilians and/or inmates and manages the scene; administers or recommends disciplinary action within policy guidelines, reviews inmate disciplinary recommendations and procedures; and ensures that inmate discipline is properly administered.

4. Conducts research, complete special projects and assignments; coordinates operations with other facilities, coordinates inmate services; provides relief for subordinate staff; monitors food quality and orders supplies, services and equipment for assigned facility; acts as facility commander in facility commander's absence; monitors use and maintenance of a variety of equipment, devices and apparatus; maintains records and files in a variety of areas such as assignment and attendance of subordinates, overtime and payroll records, personnel files, petty cash and specialty funds, commendation referrals, equipment issuance and usage, rounds sheets and facility logs.

5. Represents the Department on a variety of committees, boards or task forces both within the Department and for the City and County of San Francisco; responds to verbal and written requests of the public/community for information and assistance via telephone, personal contact or written/electronic communication.

6. Performs and supervises performance of related law enforcement duties as assigned.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working Knowledge of: Appropriate laws, codes, etc. (e.g., Penal Code and Title XV), and the functioning of the criminal justice system; City/County and Department administrative policies, procedures, rules, regulations, MOUs, etc.; detention facility requirements and security procedures; supervisory and managerial methods, current law enforcement tactics, strategies and methodology; law enforcement investigative techniques and procedures; internal systems; appropriate grammar, phraseology and sentence structure.

Ability to: Establish procedures and give directions for the accomplishment of tasks and goals; deal with conflict and confrontation when necessary; accept responsibility for the behavior of those commanded; use leadership style to fit the situation; assess, isolate and identify problems, evaluate alternative courses of action, make a logical decision and take action when necessary; be creative and innovative in resolving problems; build consensus and negotiate; communicate well, both verbally and in writing; listen, and elicit information from others; make verbal presentations and respond in an effective manner to spontaneous questions; be tactful and politically aware when dealing with the public, community, employees and other City/County departments; maintain a professional manner and demeanor; demonstrate commitment to the job, the objectives of the Department and the ideals of the law enforcement profession; demonstrate initiative and take risks when necessary; adapt to changing circumstances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Two (2) years of experience as a Sheriff's Sergeant in the San Francisco Sheriff�s Department.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

Possession of a valid California Driver�s License

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

None

PROMOTIVE LINES

Sheriff�s Captain

ORIGINATION DATE:

AMENDED DATE: 4/17/1978; 10/8/1999; 9/23/2014

REASON FOR AMENDMENT To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities defined in the most recent job analysis conducted for this job code.

BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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