Job Information
CITY OF ALLIANCE Police Lieutenant in ALLIANCE, Nebraska
Police Lieutenant
Position Open Date: April 22, 2024
First Review of Applications: May 15, 2024
Annual Salary Range: $59,384.00 - $80,475.20 DOQ
*Department: Police Department*
Hiring Bonus: This position is eligible for up to $20,000 hiring bonus of cash or vacation equivalent in accordance with the Hiring and Retention Pay Policy for eligible lateral transfers. All bonuses must be authorized by the City Manager.
Position is open until filled.
About the Job
The City is seeking a motivated individual with proven senior leadership skills to help plan, manage, and lead our law enforcement efforts. Candidates interested in community engagement, staff development, equity, transparency, and professionalism are encouraged to apply. Newly hired Police Chief David Leavitt is seeking a progressive leader and manager to help carry out the mission of the organization to serve the community by protecting all. Candidates should be community-oriented and able to maintain positive and proactive relationships with citizens, schools and businesses.
Pay Range
The pay range for this exempt position is $59,384.00 to $80,475.20 DOQ. Position is eligible for up to $20,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the Hiring and Retention Policy. All bonuses must be authorized by the City Manager. The salary range is regionally competitive and dependent upon background and qualifications of the successful candidate. The position includes an excellent fringe benefit package consisting of health, dental, vision and life insurances, flexible spending account, health savings account with employer contribution, vacation, floating holiday, and sick leave, plus a 7% matching retirement account. The full benefit package is available on our website under Human Resources.
Qualifications
- Completion of the basic law enforcement training academy or equivalent. Out of state applicants must qualify for a Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification and should consult with the Nebraska Law Enforcement Center website for qualification requirements, and
- Minimum of five (5) years of working as a fully commissioned Police Officer and three (3) years supervisory experience in a municipal police department, and
- High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by a four-year college degree in police sciences, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
About the Department
The Alliance Police Department consists of eighteen (18) sworn positions and ten (10) civilian personnel. Supporting the Chief of Police aretwo Lieutenants,four Sergeantsassigned to the Patrol Division, and aPublic Safety Dispatch Supervisor. The Police Department includes Animal Control and a School Resource Officer.
The Department works closely with local, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies, including the Western Nebraska WING Drug Taskforce. The Department responded to over 28,900 calls for service in 2022. The Alliance Police Department remains an active law enforcement agency in the western Nebraska region. Opportunities for personal growth, experience and rewarding work are just a few benefits available to those interested in joining the Alliance Police Department. Additional information about the department can be found on the Citys website.