HIGHWAY PATROL LIEUTENANT1014L1
Summary This is supervisory and administrative law enforcement work and direction of field operations at a zone, troop or statewide level; or public relations work at Highway Patrol headquarters or troop headquarters’ or Protective Services for the Executive Branch. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements. Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable – duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighted before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL D: Work is of a diversified nature that usually involves multiple unrelated steps. Analytical thought is necessary for dealing with complex data and situations. Work often involves a variety of unrelated processes and may require planning or carrying out a sequence of actions or both. Several alternatives usually exist at this level for approaching problems or situations. Workers at this level exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by occasional review and by reporting to or consultation with supervisors or superiors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually broadly defined or technical requiring careful analysis and interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL C: The purpose of the contact is to influence, motivate, conduct interviews, make formal presentations or counsel to achieve common understanding or solutions to problems when the information is sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are skeptical or uncooperative. Communication techniques and well developed communication skills become an important requirement at this level. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL D: Involves administrative supervision responsibility. As a "first line supervisor", the primary responsibility involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating employees who perform the same or similar work. Responsible for recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. As a "project manager" may direct the activities of project leaders to develop plans and criteria and to evaluate progress and results for one or more projects. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Master/Technical Trooper class where employees perform advanced law enforcement work and may serve as a lead worker. Differs from the Highway Patrol Captain in which the work is managerial over an assigned troop which is more diverse, complex and/or of greater size. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Carries out the orders and directives of a superior; reviews written reports submitted by Troopers to determine that necessary corrections and revisions are made. Supervises troopers and civilians by reviewing with them work standards in preparation for completion of performance evaluations; counsels and advises on strengths and weaknesses of operations and programs; schedules and assigns personnel and equipment in order to ensure that duties are carried out. Administers agency public information program in order to promote public understanding of agency objectives, policies or programs by disseminating information through news releases. May provide security for the Governor and family or other designated persons by serving as liaison to the Governor's office and staff regarding transportation and security matters to ensure their safety. Directs specialty units. May develop budgetary, procurement, and personnel functions and recommendations within a program. Recommends the development of procedures and policies, and oversees implementation. Audits professional standards and conduct of agency employees. In this roll, may report directly to the Appointing Authority on priority projects. Investigates accidents which may include performing first aid for victims, summoning ambulances, interviewing witnesses and taking signed statements; collecting evidence by taking measurements, making diagrams, and photographing roadways and vehicles. Patrols highways operating a motor vehicle to enforce the statutes and laws to ensure public safety. Issues citations and warnings; arrests violators. Inspects vehicles; aids disabled motorists by providing emergency medical services or calling wrecker or repair service; reports weather and road conditions to ensure safe travel. Investigates accidents by interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, making diagrams and photographing the accident scene. Actively participates in law enforcement work to ensure public safety and to maintain their law enforcement skills. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of the rights of the criminally accused. *Knowledge of Kansas traffic and vehicle laws, rules and regulations. *Knowledge of laws and ordinances of law enforcement, such as those pertaining to arrests, search and seizure, evidence and policies and procedures. *Knowledge of investigative procedures. Abilities *Ability to qualify with duty weapon on a regular basis. *Ability to observe situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely. *Ability to express one's self clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. *Ability to enforce laws, ordinances and regulations with skill, firmness, tact and impartiality. *Ability to use and care for police equipment, including firearms and motor vehicles. *Ability to maintain an acceptable level of physical condition. *Ability to interact with a variety of individuals to establish and maintain effective working relationships. *Ability to accurately recall and to verbally present information concisely. *Ability to read and comprehend written material for application to daily work. *Ability to operate a motor vehicle. *Ability to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions. *Ability to collect, analyze and write clear and comprehensive reports concerning law enforcement, manpower needs, training, financial, personnel, equipment and similar data and apply the results of research to administrative or operational problems. *Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions. *Ability to plan, organize and assign the work of others. *Ability to effectively supervise subordinate personnel and to instruct them in all pertinent phases of safety and law enforcement work. Skills *Skill in operation of motor vehicle *Skill in effecting a forcible arrest. *Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment. *Good physical condition including sight and hearing. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Kansas
Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer and five years experience as a
Highway Patrol Trooper. Necessary Special Requirements: NC: 06/03 |