INTERNAL ONLY - Law Enforcement Captain - Civil Service
INTERNAL ONLY - Law Enforcement Captain - Civil Service
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Description
***Internal posting only open to current Snohomish County Sheriffs Office Law Enforcement Lieutenants***
BASIC FUNCTION
Serves as a precinct commander or manages a major law enforcement division or section of the Snohomish County Sheriffs Office.Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Plan organize and direct the operations of a precinct division or section of the office; review decisions made by subordinates related to office policies and objectives.
- Monitor and evaluate the work of subordinates and prepare performance evaluations; review performance evaluations prepared by subordinate supervisors and indicate necessary improvements; recommend various personnel actions.
- Analyze operational and organizational problems; study records reports recommendations and informational material; recommend changes in office policy and procedures; implement and monitor approved recommendations; initiate improvements in operations within scope of authority.
- Administer the budget for unit of responsibility; organize available resources; prepare budget requests and estimates.
- Gather and analyze information and data; prepare summary reports perform strategic planning and program analysis.
- Represent the Sheriff and the office to employees other county departments outside agencies and the public; communicate with community groups concerning office functions and activities to resolve law enforcement problems.
- Plan and direct response to emergency situations; schedule personnel for special events.
- Interpret and explain orders policies practices procedures and operational information to subordinate personnel.
- Administer and ensure compliance with applicable labor agreements.
- Prepare and review a variety of correspondence and reports; maintain necessary records.
- Testify as a credible witness in court as required.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES
- May prepare and deliver press releases on current investigations or emergencies.
- May perform all duties of a Lieutenant.
Minimum Qualifications
Must hold the rank of Lieutenant in the Snohomish County Sheriffs Office and have at least one (1) year of current experience at that rank as of the closing date for filing of applications. Must be a United States citizen a lawful permanent resident or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Drivers License unrestricted except as to vision is required.
Employees must be armed at all times while on duty and must carry official office identification when armed. Must qualify with a firearm on a regular basis.Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:- principles of law enforcement operations administration and organization
- Federal state and county laws ordinances and charter provisions related to law enforcement and the Snohomish County Sheriffs Office
- principles procedures laws and ordinances controlling criminal and accident investigation and of the laws regarding apprehension arrest search and seizure rules of evidence use of force and traffic control
- budgeting and program planning concepts
- emergency and disaster planning strategies
- analyze and resolve complex law enforcement problems
- organize and allocate resources to attain office objectives
- coordinate supervise and evaluate work of subordinate employees
- develop program plans implement policies/programs; evaluate work accomplishments
- instruct others in police methods and procedures and the use of police weapons and equipment
- communicate effectively both written and verbal with people regardless of age sex social cultural or ethnic background
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with office personnel personnel of other public or private agencies and the general public
- leadership of personnel toward fulfillment of Sheriffs Office mission
WORKING CONDITIONSPositions in this class typically require precise control of finger and hand movements; daily operate a motor vehicle on public roads; and wearing protective gear and equipment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must electronically apply through Snohomish Countys website: 05:00 PM on the closing date of Tuesday September 9th 2025.
The assessment center is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday September 17th and Thursday September 18th 2025. This will be a two-day process. The assessment center will consist of an oral board interview and an assessment center. There will be more information sent regarding the process after the posting of this position closes.
Please contact the Civil Service Team at with any questions related to this testing process. Please do not contact Bureau Chief Mike Martin Bureau Chief Rob Martin Captain John Flood or Captain Steven McDonald with questions regarding this process they will direct you to the Civil Service Team.Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice
Employment Type
Full-Time
