Police Captain

Description

The Livermore Police Department is now accepting applications for Police Captain.
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DEFINITION

Under administrative direction, the Police Captain plans, directs, administers, and manages staff and their functions, both directly and through secondary supervisors, for one or more divisions in the Police Department. Incumbents are responsible for formulating policy, developing goals and objectives, supervising staff and ensuring a high level of customer services is delivered, administering the division budget(s), directing day to day activities, assuming command in emergency situations, and providing highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Police Chief. This position may be assigned as Acting Police Chief during the Chief's absence; and performs other duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Police Captain has division level responsibility for the administration of one or more divisions of the Police Department with a broad range of independence within policy and procedural limitations and works under minimal supervision. This classification is distinguished from the Police Lieutenant which has supervisory responsibility of the activities of a section or unit in the Police Department. It is further distinguished from Police Chief, which has overall responsibility for all Police Department services.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Administrative direction is provided by the Police Chief.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Direct supervision and managing through secondary supervisors is provided to sworn and non-sworn personnel assigned to the division.

Examples of Important and Essential Functions

Management Functions

Directs, reviews, coordinates, and manages the staff and work of an assigned division(s) consisting of diverse units and programs; prepares and conducts performance evaluations of all assigned staff; develops the division's objectives coinciding closely with long range department goals and priorities; manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for new and existing programs; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; Recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; conducts inspections of assigned division(s) to ensure compliance with laws, and department and City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; Serves as the liaison for the assigned division(s) with other divisions, departments, media, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues; assist with planning special operations and task forces; formulates memorandum of agreements with allied agencies; fosters teamwork to support the department's mission through leadership, open communication and creative problem solving; effectively facilitates and supports organizational and community change; participates in the development and administration of the division's budget; monitors and approves/denies expenditures; recommends and administers policies and procedures; participates as a member of the police management team; provides leadership and guidance to sworn, civilian and volunteer employees; responds to employee and citizen complaints in a timely manner; and coordinates department efforts with other agencies.

Administrative Functions

Represents the department and participates in meetings, including making presentations, with neighborhood groups, task forces, committees, businesses, service groups, and other organizations; prepares and presents staff reports to City Council; ; studies crime reports and current literature in law enforcement to determine trends and make recommendations for changes to organizational and operating policies and procedures; conducts studies, analyzes data and prepares reports; attends and participates in professional law enforcement group activities and meetings; stays current of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement; and uses computers to perform word processing, spreadsheet and specialized functions.

Job Related and Essential Qualifications

Demonstrated Knowledge of :

Principles and practices of supervision, training, mentoring, evaluating, and implementing progressive discipline; laws and regulations in the supervision of law enforcement personnel, such as the Police Officer Bill of Rights; Modern concepts and practices of municipal, public and police administration including crime prevention, community policing, juvenile delinquency control, gang enforcement, and other current issues; technical and administrative phases of crime prevention and law enforcement including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, emergency preparedness, record keeping, and care and custody of persons and property; local, state and federal laws and case decisions; methods of managing and planning for patrol, investigation, dispatch, business services, crime prevention, youth services and family counseling, animal control, tactical and major event planning; principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration; effective communication techniques, including public speaking; complex research and reporting methods; and effective application of human relations techniques.

Demonstrated Skills to :

Plan, staff, direct, and coordinate the varied programs and responsibilities of a major police division;research, analyze, study and report on topics relating to police practices and procedures; plan for major events and tactical situations; develop programs, directives, guidelines and procedures; prepare staff reports with options and recommendations; communicate clearly, objectively and effectively, both orally and in writing; analyze situations accurately and swiftly and adopt an effective course of action;develop and manage an annual budget;utilize contemporary technology such as communication devises/systems, computers,software, and applications ; prepared written reports and make presentations; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective service attitude with those contacted in the course of the work.

Ability to :

Effectively work under the urgency of deadlines; recognize trends and problems in the police field and in the analysis and development of solutions to problems; solve complex problems and mediate to resolve disputes; provide resourcefulness in all facets of modern and progressive law enforcement management; solicit creativity from employees; establish and maintain effective employee and citizen relations; and effectively relate to those contacted in the course of work.

Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates.A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

Experience :Seven years of experience as California police officer in a municipal or county police agency with at least 12 months at a level equivalent to a Police Lieutenant. Well?rounded police career development is preferred.

Education : Equivalent to graduation from a four?year accredited and P.O.S.T. acceptable college or university with major course work in police science, criminal justice, administration of justice, psychology, business/public administration or a related social sciences field. Possession of a master's degree in a related field from an accredited and P.O.S.T. acceptable college or university is preferred. Successful completion of the P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Command College program or the Federal Bureau of Investigations National Academy Training program is desirable.

Training :Any recent training, such as academic courses or certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.

License :Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record, as determined by the City.

Certification :Must possess California P.O.S.T. Advanced and Supervisory certificates.P.O.S.T. Management certification is highly desirable.

Other Requirements :Must have willingness and ability to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements; work any shift, holidays, weekends, and be available on call, as required; attend meetings, seminars and conferences during work and non-work hours.Must be of the highest proven integrity, possess moral standards.

Special Requirements :Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability tomaintain physical and emotional conditioning to optimally perform in this position; see well enough to drive vehicles, read small print on documents and maps, detect subtle shades of color; hear and speak well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio and in person at distances of up to 50 feet; detect unusual sounds; voice volume and speech clarity to command during an emergency; use of hands and fingers to write, operate equipment, drive a vehicle, operate a personal computer; stamina to perform administrative functions and to meet physical and mental demands during an emergency; other physical requirements as in the P.O.S.T. Medical Screening Manual.

Additional Information

Exempt.

CITY OF LIVERMORE
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Livermore Police Management Association

The information contained in this document is a summary of benefits provided to Police Lieutenants and Police Captains. Click here for a copy of the current Livermore Police Management Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Updated: 1/2026

MOU TERM

07/01/2025 - 06/30/2029

SCHEDULED INCREASES

7/14/2025 5% + 5% (internal equity adjustment) = 10%

7/13/2026 3% + 2% (internal equity adjustment) = 5%

7/12/2027 3% + 1% (internal equity adjustment) = 4%
7/10/2028 3%

CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION/LIFE INSURANCES)

ER max = $1,950/month to be used towards medical premiums. Any unused portion of the cafeteria benefit will be paid as taxable income to the employee.

Effective 9/1/2025, ER will pay the premiums for dental and vision plans selected by EE.

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE & ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D)
$100,000 EE coverage. ER paid
$1,000 dependent coverage. ER paid

EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance & supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings).

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)

60% of base monthly earnings to $6,000/month max. (180 day waiting period)
Cost per month: $30.60 ER paid

PERS
New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 3% at 55 formula or 2.7% at 57 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340.

Classic PERS Safety Member - 3% at 55

• Member Rate = 9% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 23.06% ER paid3
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

New PERS Safety Member - 2.7% at 57

• Member Rate = 13.75% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 13.99% ER paid
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/1986)

EE paid 1.45%

ER paid 1.45%

RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (RHSA)

ER contribution of 5% of base pay into RHSA.
EE contribution of 2% of base salary into RHSA.

VACATION ACCRUAL

Years of Service Total Accrual Per Year 1 80.6 hours 2-5 120.12 hours 6-10 135.98 hours 11-15 160.94 hours 16-19 180.18 hours 20+ 192.4 hours

Prorated for part-time EE.

Maximum accrual: 350 hours

HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAY

(Lieutenants only)
7.5% of base hourly pay per pay period.
Police Captains do not receive holiday-in-lieu pay.

SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL

96.2 hrs/year

Unlimited accrual

SICK LEAVE USAGE

• FAMILY SICK LEAVE - Immediate Family Illness: ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual.
• BEREAVEMENT LEAVE - 24 hrs max to be used only for sister-in-law and brother-in-law.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Equivalent to 3 regularly scheduled workdays for immediate family

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

80 hrs/year
No carryover.

PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA

EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules & Regulations. Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act

DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b)

ER contributes $20 per pay period.
Eff. 7/1/2024, ER will contribute $40 per pay period.

2026 Maximum

Normal = $24,500

Age 50+ = $8,000

Catchup Limits = $49,000

Voluntary EE Participation

SECTION 125 PLAN

No ER contribution

2026 Maximum

Dependent Care*: Up to $5,000/year; *See IRS Pub #503

Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,300/year

• Pre-tax Health Care Premiums
• FSA's for Dependent Care
• Unreimbursed Medical Expenses
• Other options offered by plan administrator

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

$1,300 per year = $50 per pay period

SUPERVISORY DIFFERENTIAL PAY

Maintain 17.5% above base salary of non-mgmt subordinate

ACTING PAY

If work min of 5 consecutive calendar days, paid base starting rate of range of higher class, unless less than 5% over current base rate. In that case, EE will receive amount within range that is a 5% increase over current base salary. If full supervisory, additional % to reflect 2.5% over highest compensated subordinate.

If assignment >12 months, optional incr. of up to 7% or max of the range, whichever is less.

CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE (If authorized) - See Administrative Regulation #36 for details

Standard = $40/month
Enhanced = $90/month exempt only

POST CERTIFICATION PAY

POST Regular Management + bachelors degree = $1,450/month (increase to $1,950/month on 7/13/2026)
POST Regular Management + masters degree or Command College or FBI National Academy training program = $1,500/month (increase to $2,000/month on 7/13/2026)

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

75% reimbursement for tuition & books
For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max
For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Three (3) sessions per incident per family member. Unlimited telephonic consultations.

PAY PERIODS
26 pay periods per year

Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.

ER = Employer
EE = Employee
FT = Full-time
PT = Part-time

Closing Date/Time: 7/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

City of Livermore

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