PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of State Police, this class is accountable for serving as Commander of a State Police Troop, overseeing activities of a specialized section of a major division or serving as Commander of a district within the Statewide Narcotics Task Force Section.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives general direction from an officer of higher rank.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervises assigned police and civilian personnel at a troop, specialized section of a major division or district within the Statewide Narcotics Task Force Section.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Supervises the overall activities of a troop, specialized section or district within the Statewide Narcotics Task Force Section with responsibility for effective implementation of all operations; conducts continuous appraisal of operations and recommends or institutes corrective action as warranted; schedules and oversees effective assignment and utilization of personnel, equipment or facilities; assumes command of crime or major accident scenes or incidents involving police personnel, oversees investigation activities as required; oversees continuing in-service training and development of personnel; promotes and maintains effective public relations with news media, public officials and the general public; oversees and supervises recordkeeping and administrative management activities of command; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes, regulations and court decisions; considerable knowledge of principles of modern police administration; considerable ability to accurately evaluate situations and make effective administrative and supervisory decisions; knowledge of modern police investigative techniques, procedures and aids; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; leadership and supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of experience as a State Police Sergeant.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must possess sufficient strength, stamina, agility and endurance to perform all the duties of the class.
COMPENSATION GUIDELINES
In accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreement's compensation guidelines.
JOB CLASS DESIGNATION
Classified/Competitive
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP
(28)-Police-Protective Services
BARGAINING UNIT
(68)-State Police Lieutenants and Captains, NP-9
EEO
(2)-Professional
SALARY INFORMATION
SS 01
CANCELLATION CLAUSE
This replaces the existing specification for the class of State Police Lieutenant in Salary Group SS
01 approved effective January 13, 2012. (Revised to modify Minimum Qualifications) Item No. 22-
044
EFFECTIVE DATE
06/22/2022