ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Primary Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for following and promoting the Mission of the City of Bastrop Police Department.
• Must be able to safely perform all the essential duties and responsibilities as outlined in the job description for this rank and all subordinate ranks.
• Supervisors the work of subordinate officers and coordinates the operational activities of the patrol division.
• Participates in patrol activities.
• Coordinates officer work schedules.
• Documents performance on an annual evaluation for those under their charge.
• Coordinates with other division supervisors in areas of training, complaints, and special events.
• Schedules and conducts department and individual meetings.
• Provides leadership, assists with investigating complicated incidents, provides motivation, and strives to develop and maintain a positive morale environment.
• Provides periodic written and oral reports to the Chief of Police concerning issues and positive interactions related to functions under charge.
• Maintains discipline by training, counseling, and communicating with Officers and employees orally and in writing.
• Identifies operational and administrative deficiencies for functions under charge and implements changes or submits written or oral recommendations commensurate with a Lieutenant’s authority.
• Responds to serious or complex incidents, supervises personnel at scene, and provides coordination, additional personnel and resources as required.
• Prepares written reports, forms, and other paperwork as required, and ensures the timely completion of such by subordinates.
• Reviews documentation of subordinates for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to department polices, procedures, and regulations.
• Attends various community and civic group meetings and conferences, as directed.
• Performs all essential functions of a Police Officer as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge of changes in laws, new methods of enforcement, and other trends and developments in law enforcement, as well as changes in supervision techniques.
• May function in the capacity of Chief of Police, or other designated supervisor, in the event of absence, vacancy, or as directed.

• Functions on-call on a rotating basis for responding to emergencies.
• Performs various routine administrative support tasks on an as needed basis.
• Performs related work as directed.

Required Education, Training, Licenses/Certifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Advanced Peace Officer certification: Master Peace Officer certification preferred;
• 5 or more years’ experience in law enforcement activities;
• Or, an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record throughout employment with the City.
• Required to complete all Incident Command Trainings.

• Thorough knowledge of applicable federal laws, state statutes, local ordinances, and department policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of crime prevention techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and techniques employed in crime scene investigation.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and techniques employed in accident investigations.
• Thorough knowledge of First Responder and CPR.
• Thorough knowledge of report and record maintenance principles and practices.
• Skill in the care and safe operation of a variety of firearms and impact weapons.
• Skill in proper radio procedures.
• Ability to issue and receive both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor, subordinates, and the general public.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine proper courses of action within the established framework of policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn the geography of the City of Bastrop and surrounding areas.
• Ability to maintain composure under emergency situations, and to work effectively under stressful conditions.
• Ability to exercise discretion.
• Plan and supervise special events.
• Conduct professional standards investigations.
• Maintain the department’s accreditation such as Texas Best Practices.