City of Santa Maria
Overview
Closing Date:
10/07/2025 @ 5:00 pm Interview Date:
TBD Role at a Glance
Under general direction, supervises the activities of sworn and professional personnel; acts as a relief for Division Commander; may perform administrative duties as assigned; may perform specialty assignments as required; shall work shift work as assigned; and performs related duties as required. Who We Are
The City of Santa Maria is a full-service City with a City Council/City Manager form of government with over 700 employees, an annual budget of approximately $291.4 million and serves approximately 112,208 constituents. The City of Santa Maria is located on the central coast of California and covers over 23 square miles. The City balances coastal and agricultural lands while promoting business, and has been recognized nationally as an All-America City by the National Civic League. It offers reasonably priced housing, community festivals, quality schools, and proximity to beaches, cultural arts, a local airport, wineries, and higher education institutions. What We Do
The Santa Maria Police Department strives to protect and serve all those who live, work, and/or visit Santa Maria. This is accomplished by working in cooperation with the community, promoting safety and enforcing the law. What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate exhibits the following qualities: Team Player Customer Oriented Integrity and Ethics Learning Agility Communication Skills Problem Solving and Decision Making Motivated Required Submittals
Due upon application: Cover Letter Résumé Detailed Job Description
These duties are a representative example; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department and organization. Police Lieutenant Supervises the activities of sworn and professional personnel, may serve as Watch Commander, acts as a relief for supervisor, etc. Assists in the administrative functions of the department; prepares comprehensive administrative staff reports; etc. Supervises staff including: assigning work, providing guidance and assistance, preparing performance evaluations, employee development, hiring, disciplinary recommendations, etc. Assists in developing training programs. Provides support and direction during investigative operations and matters of concern. Supervises enforcement of laws, ordinances, department rules and regulations. Communicates effectively safety and non-safety issues and recommends solutions. Performs confidential internal investigations as assigned. Maintains and develops cooperative and positive relationships with public agencies, departmental employees, citizen and business community; etc. Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the department director. Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned. Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance. Qualifications Ideally, four years as a Police Sergeant; and Graduation from high school. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field; and/or
In lieu of experience, a bachelor’s degree will count as one year of experience as a Police Sergeant.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above; Current technical/professional knowledge of complex principles, methods, standards and techniques associated with the scope of work of a recognized profession, such as:
Federal, State and local laws and ordinances, particularly with reference to arrest, rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure, and preservation and presentation of evidence; community-oriented policing; etc. Police procedures, and the management of programs of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies; preservation and presentation of evidence in criminal cases; analyze situations effectively; etc. Effective supervision; budget and operational management; etc. Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent), and project management principles. Use computer and other office equipment effectively.
Possession of licenses and/or certifications associated with the assignment, such as:
P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate
Possession of a valid and appropriate Driver License. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and meet City liability requirements to drive for City business. Requires completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City. The candidate must meet the physical requirements of the job class and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed. May require completion of pre-employment physical, psychological and polygraph exams to the satisfaction of the City. Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Middle Manager
Incumbents should have a solid foundation of Individual Contributor and Front-line Supervisor core competencies identified by the organization, as well as the following core competencies identified as essential for Middle Manager (see linked document: Middle Manager Competencies): Talent Development
- Developing staff through training, coaching, and development; evaluating current performance and future potential. Organizing & Planning
- Strong organizing and planning to be highly productive, manage time, and prioritize tasks. Organization Knowledge
- Understanding municipal operations, policies, and structures. Relationship Building
- Building productive relationships and networks. Results Orientation
- Focusing on outcomes and achievement. Industry Knowledge
- Knowledge of local government operations. Written Communication
- Clear and concise written communication. Financial Acumen
- Understanding financial framework and fiscal responsibility. Change Agility
- Adaptability and openness to change. Technology Savvy
- Leveraging technology to improve efficiency. Hiring Process: Written Project (for review and discussion only) Oral Board (40%) Oral Board with department Commanders (60%) Final review by Chief of Police. Placement on eligibility list will occur upon passing both oral boards with a score of at least 70% each. In addition to your completed application, a resume is required as part of the application process. If a resume is not attached your application will be considered incomplete. If you are experiencing any technical (computer related) difficulties or need help with attaching documents to your application, please call the NEOGOV help line for assistance at 1-855-524-5627 . The most qualified candidates will be selected to appear before a panel for an oral interview. Those applicants invited to interview will be notified electronically at the e-mail address provided by each candidate through the application process. Therefore, it is the applicant\'s responsibility to provide an accurate email address and to allow their inbox to receive emails in regard to this recruitment.
Oral interviews date TBD.
The oral board will recommend a limited number of candidates to the eligibility list from which the new Police Lieutenant may be selected. This recruitment may also establish an eligibility list for future Police Lieutenant vacancies.
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Closing Date:
10/07/2025 @ 5:00 pm Interview Date:
TBD Role at a Glance
Under general direction, supervises the activities of sworn and professional personnel; acts as a relief for Division Commander; may perform administrative duties as assigned; may perform specialty assignments as required; shall work shift work as assigned; and performs related duties as required. Who We Are
The City of Santa Maria is a full-service City with a City Council/City Manager form of government with over 700 employees, an annual budget of approximately $291.4 million and serves approximately 112,208 constituents. The City of Santa Maria is located on the central coast of California and covers over 23 square miles. The City balances coastal and agricultural lands while promoting business, and has been recognized nationally as an All-America City by the National Civic League. It offers reasonably priced housing, community festivals, quality schools, and proximity to beaches, cultural arts, a local airport, wineries, and higher education institutions. What We Do
The Santa Maria Police Department strives to protect and serve all those who live, work, and/or visit Santa Maria. This is accomplished by working in cooperation with the community, promoting safety and enforcing the law. What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate exhibits the following qualities: Team Player Customer Oriented Integrity and Ethics Learning Agility Communication Skills Problem Solving and Decision Making Motivated Required Submittals
Due upon application: Cover Letter Résumé Detailed Job Description
These duties are a representative example; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department and organization. Police Lieutenant Supervises the activities of sworn and professional personnel, may serve as Watch Commander, acts as a relief for supervisor, etc. Assists in the administrative functions of the department; prepares comprehensive administrative staff reports; etc. Supervises staff including: assigning work, providing guidance and assistance, preparing performance evaluations, employee development, hiring, disciplinary recommendations, etc. Assists in developing training programs. Provides support and direction during investigative operations and matters of concern. Supervises enforcement of laws, ordinances, department rules and regulations. Communicates effectively safety and non-safety issues and recommends solutions. Performs confidential internal investigations as assigned. Maintains and develops cooperative and positive relationships with public agencies, departmental employees, citizen and business community; etc. Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the department director. Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned. Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance. Qualifications Ideally, four years as a Police Sergeant; and Graduation from high school. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field; and/or
In lieu of experience, a bachelor’s degree will count as one year of experience as a Police Sergeant.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above; Current technical/professional knowledge of complex principles, methods, standards and techniques associated with the scope of work of a recognized profession, such as:
Federal, State and local laws and ordinances, particularly with reference to arrest, rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure, and preservation and presentation of evidence; community-oriented policing; etc. Police procedures, and the management of programs of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies; preservation and presentation of evidence in criminal cases; analyze situations effectively; etc. Effective supervision; budget and operational management; etc. Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent), and project management principles. Use computer and other office equipment effectively.
Possession of licenses and/or certifications associated with the assignment, such as:
P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate
Possession of a valid and appropriate Driver License. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and meet City liability requirements to drive for City business. Requires completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City. The candidate must meet the physical requirements of the job class and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed. May require completion of pre-employment physical, psychological and polygraph exams to the satisfaction of the City. Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Middle Manager
Incumbents should have a solid foundation of Individual Contributor and Front-line Supervisor core competencies identified by the organization, as well as the following core competencies identified as essential for Middle Manager (see linked document: Middle Manager Competencies): Talent Development
- Developing staff through training, coaching, and development; evaluating current performance and future potential. Organizing & Planning
- Strong organizing and planning to be highly productive, manage time, and prioritize tasks. Organization Knowledge
- Understanding municipal operations, policies, and structures. Relationship Building
- Building productive relationships and networks. Results Orientation
- Focusing on outcomes and achievement. Industry Knowledge
- Knowledge of local government operations. Written Communication
- Clear and concise written communication. Financial Acumen
- Understanding financial framework and fiscal responsibility. Change Agility
- Adaptability and openness to change. Technology Savvy
- Leveraging technology to improve efficiency. Hiring Process: Written Project (for review and discussion only) Oral Board (40%) Oral Board with department Commanders (60%) Final review by Chief of Police. Placement on eligibility list will occur upon passing both oral boards with a score of at least 70% each. In addition to your completed application, a resume is required as part of the application process. If a resume is not attached your application will be considered incomplete. If you are experiencing any technical (computer related) difficulties or need help with attaching documents to your application, please call the NEOGOV help line for assistance at 1-855-524-5627 . The most qualified candidates will be selected to appear before a panel for an oral interview. Those applicants invited to interview will be notified electronically at the e-mail address provided by each candidate through the application process. Therefore, it is the applicant\'s responsibility to provide an accurate email address and to allow their inbox to receive emails in regard to this recruitment.
Oral interviews date TBD.
The oral board will recommend a limited number of candidates to the eligibility list from which the new Police Lieutenant may be selected. This recruitment may also establish an eligibility list for future Police Lieutenant vacancies.
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