Police Lieutenant Jobs in Florida

A Police Lieutenant is a high-ranking officer in the law enforcement industry who oversees and manages the daily operations of a police department or a division within the department. This can include managing personnel, developing department policies, coordinating law enforcement activities, and ensuring the safety and security of the community they serve. They may also be involved in investigating crimes, handling community complaints, and making public appearances to represent the department.

Important skills for a Police Lieutenant include strong leadership abilities, excellent communication and decision-making skills, and a thorough understanding of law enforcement procedures and policies. They must also be physically fit and have the ability to react quickly and calmly in high-stress situations. Educational requirements can vary, but Police Lieutenants typically need a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field. Additional certifications, such as the Certified Law Enforcement Executive (CLEE) certification, can also be beneficial. A Police Lieutenant usually has several years of experience in law enforcement, potentially starting as a Police Officer, then advancing to roles such as a Detective or Police Sergeant before reaching the rank of Police Lieutenant.

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Lieutenant of Investigations - FSUPD

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 11 hours ago

About the Role: The Lieutenant of Investigations plays a pivotal leadership role at FSUPD, overseeing the Criminal Investigations Section, Drug and Violent Crimes Section, and Intelligence Officer....

Lieutenant of Professional Standards and Compliance - FSUPD

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 11 hours ago

enforcement experience, OR High school diploma/equivalent and 8 years of sworn law enforcement experience (or a combination totaling 8 years) Must meet the requirements of Section 943.13, Florida Statutes...

Patrol/Operations Lieutenant - FSUPD

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 11 hours ago

enforcement experience, OR High school diploma/equivalent and 8 years of sworn law enforcement experience (or a combination totaling 8 years) Must meet the requirements of Section 943.13, Florida Statutes...

Rescue Lieutenant

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION: Four (4) years of service with the Tampa Fire Department including one (1) year endorsed as an acting Rescue Lieutenant....

Rescue Lieutenant (Promotional Process) - #250516-007052-001

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago

ELIGIBILITYFOR PROMOTION: Four (4) years of service with the Tampa Fire Department including one (1) year endorsed as an acting Rescue Lieutenant....

Public Safety Lieutenant

  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 6 days ago

Minimum Certification/Licenses: Class D Guard License and/or Law Enforcement certification required. CPR certification required....

Lieutenant of Investigations

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago

Directly supervises the Criminal Investigations section and the Drug and Violent Crimes....

Lieutenant of Patrol

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Manages all areas within the law enforcement Operations including overseeing the uniform patrol operations....

Lieutenant of Professional Standards

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree and four years of experience of sworn law enforcement; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience of sworn law enforcement....

Lieutenant - Department of Law Enforcement

  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 15 days ago

Lieutenant - Department of Law Enforcement Salary $92,019.65 - $159,066.07 Annually Location Broward County, FL Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 25148A Department Law Enforcement Division Law...

Ocean Lifeguard Lieutenant (21749)

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Must be of good moral character, as determined by a local Clerk of Court, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background investigation....

Police Lieutenant

  • Longwood, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Longwood, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Methods and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, juvenile...

Lieutenant

  • Milton, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milton, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Must have a current Correction Certification through FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement)....

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Salary for Police Lieutenant Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Police Lieutenants in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.4%
Master's Degree
22.9%
High School or GED
14.5%
Associate's Degree
11.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.4%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Police Lieutenants in Florida
None
36.7%
4-6 years
12.9%
2-4 years
11.1%
10+ years
9.7%
8-10 years
9.0%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
6.9%
Less than 1 year
4.9%


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