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LIEUTENANT - SHERIFF'S OFFICE (DEPARTMENT… at Washoe County · Reno
Skills
Job Description
Under direction, manages the daily operation of a subdivision or program in the Sheriff's Office, which includes implementing, monitoring and evaluating goals, objectives, procedures, standards, staff utilization and costs; and performs related work as assigned.
This is a DEPARTMENT PROMOTIONAL only recruitment being conducted to create a list for future or current vacancies. Only those applicants currently working in the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) in the classified service for at least six months are eligible to apply. Unclassified Appointees are not eligible for this promotional exam.
Note: the current list for Lieutenant will remain in effect until a new list is established from this recruitment. The appointing authority has the right to select any eligible candidate from the qualifying list based on the Merit principles and processes and the operational needs of the agency.
For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php
Seven years of full-time paid public law enforcement experience, including two years as a Sergeant with the Washoe County Sheriff's Office (WCSO).
License Or Certificate
- A valid driver's license is required at the time of application and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
- Possession of a Nevada Advanced POST Certificate is required at the time of application.
- Required to maintain Basic POST Certificate as Category I Police Officer per NRS/NAC 289 for continued employment in this classification.
- Required to complete POST continuing education requirements in accordance with NRS/NAC 289 for continued employment in this classification.
- Required to be Patrol Certified as defined in WCSO Policies and Procedures at the time of application for assignments in Operations.
The Ideal Candidate Will
- Lead, support, and hold staff accountable.
- Take initiative to learn and understand their assigned operations, policies, and processes.
- Exercise sound judgment in managing personnel and operational challenges.
- Communicate effectively, keep others informed, and work collaboratively.
- Be resourceful, adaptable, and committed to continued growth.
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Supervisory Deputies Association (WCSSDA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Lieutenant position.
Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.
Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.
After your application is screened, you will be notified via the email you provided whether you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have one (1) business day to file an appeal and request a review of their qualifications. Written appeals should be submitted via email to the assigned Human Resources Business Partner using the contact information listed on this job announcement.
If you have met the minimum requirements, you will receive an additional email inviting you to attend the Lieutenant Assessment Center.
The tentative date for the Assessment Center is the week of January 25, 2027.
The Assessment Center will consist of a variety of assessment exercises designed to allow candidates the opportunity to demonstrate, under standardized conditions, the entry level knowledge, skills and abilities most essential for success as a Lieutenant with the Washoe County Sheriff's Office.
After the Assessment Center is completed, you will receive an additional email notifying you of the results. If you pass, you will receive your score and rank on the eligible list.
Please be advised you can log in to your NeoGov account and select:
- “Applications” to view a list of the recruitments which you have applied for, your submitted application for each recruitment, a copy of the job listing, and your applicant history for each recruitment.
- “Inbox” to view the notices which have been sent to you for each recruitment
- “Account” to update your contact information. Please note to update your phone number on previously submitted applications you must contact careers@washoecounty.gov.
If you have any questions regarding the Online Application Process you can find additional information at the following link: https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/faq/online/index.php
Questions:
Alicia Agrella
775-328-6383
Washoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.
Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.