POLICE LIEUTENANT

POLICE LIEUTENANT

Salary: $50.84 - $68.64 Hourly Location: Hobbs, NM Job Type: Full Time Exempt: Yes Job Number: 20250114 Department: HOBBS POLICE DEPARTMENT Opening Date: 01/22/2026

Description: Under general direction, this position is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and coordination of essential law enforcement services and supervision of designated personnel. These assignments may include, but are not limited to all patrol related functions, crisis management, incident command, criminal investigations, community outreach, internal oversight, finance/budget administration, inventory control, school resource officers, training, recruiting, special event planning; and performs related work as required.

Assignment to a specific section or shift is at the discretion of the Chief of Police and any lieutenant may be reassigned as deemed appropriate by the Chief of Police.

Essential Duties:

• Regular attendance is required to perform the duties of this position.

• Assigns, supervises, evaluates, inspects, and coordinates the activities of a section/division of the Police Department.

• Supervises employees and coordinates personnel-related activities to include, but not limited to training; approving work schedules; recommending or approving personnel actions; coaching, counseling, and mentoring; establishing performance goals; conducting performance evaluations; monitoring workplace safety; and managing and prioritizing operational activities.

• Ensures staffing coverage for assigned shifts and the deployment of employees into appropriate areas.

• Plans duty schedules, shift rotations, and shift bids.

• Keeps subordinates informed of new laws, department policies and procedures; ensures compliance with all City ordinances, state, and federal laws regarding law enforcement and an adherence to all departmental rules, procedures and guidelines.

• Conducts administrative duties including grant preparation, policy writing, team meetings, training, and inspections.

• Responds to and manages emergency/crisis situations as well as planned events.

• Assists and directs subordinates with calls for service, ongoing investigations, and other related activity.

• Develops, reviews, and manages data, records, and reports related to section/division investigations, activities, and performance.

• Administers and manages special projects.

• Develops, manages and evaluates department programs.

• Provides appropriate notifications for critical incidents or other designated situations.

• Represents the police department and serves as a liaison with other City departments, external agencies, community leaders, businesses, and other stakeholders.

• Participates in community events and meetings.

• Responds to questions, provides information, resolves complaints, and promotes positive public and community relations.

• Performs and supervises internal investigations and critical incident reviews.

• Performs related work as assigned.

Non-Essential Duties:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations.
• May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.
• Coordinates activities with supervisors of other city departments, exchanges information with officers in other law enforcement agencies, and obtains advice from the City Attorney and District Attorney regarding cases, policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration or a closely related field. (Master's degree preferred).
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in modern, compensable, commissioned police work which has afforded the candidate progressively responsible experience, including a minimum of two (2) years of experience at the rank of Police Sergeant (or equivalent) or above.
• Advanced training/graduation from a recognized leadership command school or institute preferred.
• Must possess a New Mexico law enforcement certification OR the ability to obtain a 'Certification by Waiver' (NM law enforcement certification) through a New Mexico Department of Public Safety (NMDPS) accredited academy within one year of appointment.
• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying.

The Ideal Candidate:

You are someone who is a strong and effective communicator, adept at conflict management, and understands the importance of tailoring your leadership style to the unique needs of your team and your community. You have a track record that demonstrates this key leadership ability. You consistently and effectively exceed customer and employee needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes and you hold yourself accountable as a team leader. You take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

Licensing and Certification:

• Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Driver's License
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification
• Residency requirement: Reside within a thirty (30) mile planning radius of the City (unless approved by the Chief or designee).
• Employees will not be allowed to utilize a take home vehicle if their residence is more than 30 miles from the City limits of Hobbs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of criminal law, investigation, statutes, ordinances, and crime prevention methods.
• Knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations and FCC rules and regulations regarding radio communication.
• Knowledge of safety practices in the use of firearms.
• Knowledge of geography and locations in the City.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence and laws governing custody of persons.
• Knowledge of capabilities and limitations of operating units in the department.
• Knowledge of police record keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of criminal identification methods.
• Knowledge of modern management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of methods of deploying officers in actual or anticipated emergencies.
• Knowledge of causes and prevention methods of crime committed by juveniles.
• Knowledge of community policing practices.
• Knowledge of data entry and retrieval procedures.
• Knowledge of developing and implementing long or short-term plans.
• Knowledge of legal procedure in filing and presenting charges in court.
• Knowledge of and skill in supervisory, managerial techniques, and principles.
• Knowledge of purchasing, personnel, financial, payroll and other administrative procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment use and principles.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision and the methods associated with operations management.
• Knowledge of federal grants administration including applications and monitoring requirements.
• Knowledge of program evaluation techniques including cost impact.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Skill in the care and use of firearms.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting criminal evidence.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in operating motorized vehicles.
• Ability to apply knowledge of criminal law, investigation, and crime prevention techniques.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to administer first aid and CPR.
• Ability to operate vehicle under emergency conditions.
• Ability to write legibly and to read.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Police vehicle
• Police radio
• Handgun and other weapons as required
• Baton
• Handcuffs
• Cellular phone
• First aid equipment
• Copy machine
• Personal computer including word processing software

Supervision Received:

Lieutenants work under the general supervision of the Division Captain.

Supervision Exercised:

Lieutenants shall supervise all subordinate members assigned to his/her shift or division and shall exercise supplemental supervision to other departmental personnel as deemed necessary and authorized by policy.