Police Lieutenant

Join the City of Fair Oaks Ranch as a Full-Time Police Lieutenant and immerse yourself in a dynamic community-focused environment. This onsite position offers an exciting opportunity for established police officers with supervisory and leadership experience to shape public safety strategies while fostering community relationships. With a starting salary of $89,232.00 per year, contingent on qualifications, you can advance your career while being part of a committed team that values integrity and innovation.

Contribute to an engaging culture that prioritizes problem-solving and excellence in service delivery. You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) - 7% mandatory contribution with a 2:1 match and 5 year vesting. Take the step to elevate your career in an energetic setting that emphasizes professionalism and customer-centricity in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX. Your leadership can make a significant impact where it matters most.

City of Fair Oaks Ranch: Our Mission

The City of Fair Oaks Ranch is a vibrant community located just northwest of San Antonio, blending the charm of the Hill Country with the convenience of urban amenities nearby. We take pride in our commitment to exceptional public service, fiscal responsibility, and preserving the natural beauty and unique character of our city. As an employer, we foster a collaborative and professional work environment where innovation and integrity are valued. Join our dedicated team and be part of a community that values both its people and its progress.

What's your day like?

As a Police Lieutenant with the City of Fair Oaks Ranch, your leadership journey begins each day by strategically planning patrol coverage, reviewing overnight activities, and ensuring alignment with department priorities. Collaborating closely with Sergeants, Corporals, and specialty units, you will guide daily operations while supporting the Police Chief on critical initiatives and long-term strategies. Your role is pivotal, whether overseeing incident responses, updating departmental policies, or fostering community engagement to enhance public trust. In a city recognized as one of the safest cities in Texas, your focus on prevention and partnership is paramount.

Additionally, you will analyze performance data, create training strategies, and serve as a vital resource for improving operational efficiency. This position offers a unique blend of fieldwork and administrative duties, providing you with daily opportunities to lead, innovate, and uphold the values that define Fair Oaks Ranch as a benchmark for public safety and community policing.

Would you be a great Police Lieutenant?

To excel as a Police Lieutenant with the City of Fair Oaks Ranch, a diverse skill set is essential. A deep understanding of law enforcement principles, departmental policies, and legal frameworks is crucial, alongside comprehensive knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation. Proficiency in modern technology systems, data analytics, and incident management software enables efficient department operations. Successful candidates must possess the ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate subordinate staff effectively while developing and executing long-term strategies. Decision-making skills under pressure are vital, as is adherence to ethical standards and compliance with legal guidelines.

Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing, is necessary for establishing effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors, external agencies, and community partners. Strong leadership and supervisory abilities, along with advanced problem-solving skills for strategic planning, are imperative to navigate critical incidents and enhance departmental performance. Negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills are also essential for fostering collaboration and community engagement.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Deep understanding of principals practices and techniques of law enforcement operations policies and legal frameworks codes and regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of departmental management including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Modern technology systems data analytics and incident management software related the efficient operations of the department.
• Ability to:
  • Supervise mentor guide and evaluate subordinate staff effectively.
  • Develop and execute long-term departmental strategies.
  • Make sound decisions under pressure and in high-stress situations.
  • Maintain ethical standards and ensure compliance with legal and depart-mental guidelines.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates peers and supervisors external agencies and community partners.
• Skilled in:
  • Strong leadership supervisory and team management skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication including report writing and public speaking.
  • Advanced problem solving and analytical skills for strategic planning and decision making.
  • Proficiency in managing critical incidents and coordinating emergency responses.
  • Effective negotiation mediation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Utilization of technology and data analytics to improve departmental performance

Ready to join our team?

Applying for this position is a walk in the park if you feel it's a good fit for you. Best of luck!

All offers of employment with the City of Fair Oaks Ranch are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. The City is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.