Detective lieutenant vs police sergeant

Differences between detective lieutenant and police sergeant duties and responsibilities

Detective lieutenant example responsibilities.

• Manage and maintain equipment to include CCTV, MVS, operation security and alarm systems.
• Perform background checks and investigations for all firearms applications within the township.
• Assist in police training such as arrest procedures, firearms qualifications and report writing.
• Work and supervise both patrol and investigations during career.
• Work numerous positions within the dept to include undercover investigative work, supervision of both patrol and criminal investigations.
• Serve as lead investigator on numerous homicides and other felonies resulting in arrests and successful prosecutions.

Police sergeant example responsibilities.

• Plan, manage, develop, implement and revise the training FTO program, as needed.
• Collaborate with federal and state agencies, including the FBI, DEA, ATF, IRS and SBI.
• Perform data entry into NCIC system, protection from abuse database, and automate incident memo systems.
• Provide keen oversight to multiple divisions, including animal control, records, communications, training, and docket detention.
• Coordinate department's firearms training and qualification programs for officers.
• Complete advanced firearms, interviewing, interrogation, and supervision training.
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