Park Patrol Lieutenant

DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Chief of Park Police, the Patrol Lieutenant is responsible for:

• Supervising and directing daily patrol and security operation throughout Peoria Park District properties and facilities.

• Coordinating patrol efforts during special events, festivals, athletic programs, community gatherings, and other public activities.

• Overseeing patrol officer and security personnel scheduling, assignments, accountability, and operational readiness.

• Ensuring department vehicles, equipment, uniforms, and patrol assets are properly maintained and inspected.

• Reviewing, approving, and maintaining police reports and related documentation.

• Providing leadership, mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities for patrol officers and security personnel.

• Working closely with city, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to maintain cooperative public safety partnerships.

• Assisting in developing positive community relationships that promote safe recreational environments throughout Peoria Park District

properties.

• Assisting Police Administration in the development, revision, implementation, and enforcement of departmental policies, procedures,

and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Ensuring departmental policies and procedures are consistently followed throughout all ranks and assignments.

• Assisting with internal investigations, incident reviews, and operational assessments as assigned.

• Coordinating with the State’s Attorney’s Office, municipal legal representatives, and Park District legal counsel regarding law

enforcement operations and procedures.

• Participating in emergency response coordination and critical incident management activities.

• Promoting professional conduct, accountability, and community engagement throughout the Department.

• Engaging in patrol functions that may include rotating shifts, foot patrol, motorized patrol, and physical inspections of facilities and

park properties

• Completing or ensuring completion of all criminal and non-criminal police reports.

• Following all District safety procedures and supporting all aspects of the Park District safety program.

• Performing all other duties as assigned by the Chief of Park Police and/or Executive Director.

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and energetic workplace that motivates staff to deliver exceptional service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must possess and maintain the physical and mental fitness necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Able to pass physical examination and physical agility tests.

• No color-blindness, vision corrected to 20/20 for both eyes.

• The work requires periodic physical exertion in handling supplies, equipment, and materials relative to the services rendered.

• Prolonged standing, bending and stooping, and ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.