Port Police Captain 3224

DUTIES

ANNUAL SALARY
$170,777 to $236,486
NOTE:
The current salary range is subject to change. You may confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before
accepting a job offer.
DUTIES
A Port Police Captain plans, organizes and directs or assists in directing law enforcement operations at the Port of Los
Angeles; coordinates activities with tenants and with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies; assesses the
Department’s security needs and develops recommendations regarding policy and/or rule changes; applies sound
supervisory and management fundamentals and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work group; and does
related work.

REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

REQUIREMENT/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
One year of full-time paid experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Port Police Lieutenant or in a class at that level
providing necessary law enforcement, safety, and police services.
PROCESS NOTES
1. Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience at the time of filing may file for this examination.
However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.
2. A valid Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of
appointment. Candidates will not be eligible for appointment if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects
three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE

WHERE TO APPLY
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll
to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity/promotionaljobs for Promotional Examinations.
NOTE:
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Application must be received by THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2025.

SELECTION PROCESS

SELECTION PROCESS
After meeting minimum qualifications, candidates will be scheduled for the following:
Examination Weights: Interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100%
The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of the candidate’s professional and personal qualifications by
interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making, Innovation,
Results Orientation, Oral Communication, Leadership, Community Relations, Awareness Of The City Environment, and
Job Knowledge, which includes the candidate’s knowledge of: laws and regulations governing law enforcement; maritime
law; emergency operations; City personnel rules, policies, and procedures; supervisory and management principles and
practices, including Equal Employment Opportunity responsibilities, and memoranda of understanding as they relate to
subordinate personnel; project coordination and multi-tasking methods; the Incident Command System (ICS); the Peace
Officers’ Procedural Bill of Rights; and the ability to: apply management and administrative principles in directing activities
of a large police operation; coordinate multiple activities with several agencies; apply supervisory techniques and
principles, including employee relations; provide training to subordinates; analyze problems and emergency situations and
make appropriate decisions; interact tactfully and effectively with employees, tenants, the public, the media, and members
of other law enforcement agencies; provide clear and accurate information through oral communication; read and interpret
a variety of reports, studies, memos and publications and other Department generated material; and other necessary
knowledge and abilities.
Additional information can be obtained by going to https://personnel.lacity.gov/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on
Competencies under Port Police Captain.
The interview may take place in-person or on-line. Candidates will be notified at a later date with further instructions. For
on-line exams, candidates will be able to take the test from a remote location using a computer with a webcam and a
reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department
outlining the specific steps on how to take the test on-line. For in-person tests, the test will take place in Los Angeles and
candidates will receive an email from the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department regarding the time and location of the
interview. It is anticipated that interviews will begin during the month of SEPTEMBER 2025.
NOTES:
1. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be
disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the
City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable
accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability
accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the
City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at
http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .
3. A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.
4. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to file on a promotional basis.
5. Candidates will accrue seniority credit at the rate of 0.10 of a point for each year of service in those City classes which
provide qualifying experience for this position. A maximum of one point will be added to the score of the candidate.
6. Appointment to a position in this class is subject to a one year probationary period as provided by Charter Section
1011.
7. Some positions may require “Secret” level clearance.

THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY
ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL BASIS

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

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Closing Date/Time: 6/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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