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DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY SERVICES
JOB TITLE: EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS SHIFT LIEUTENANT
COMPENSATION: NIGHT SHIFT- GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 1- $29.59 HOURLY/$61,547 ANNUALLY
GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 10- $36.16 HOURLY/$75,213 ANNUALLY
*SALARY IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, AND SALARY MAY BE HIGHER BASED ON EXPERIENCE
WORK LOCATION: GOVERNMENT CENTER BUILDING, ONE W. MARKET ST., SNOW HILL, MD 21863
WORK SCHEDULE: 12-HOUR SHIFTS- NIGHTSHIFT: 6:30PM- 6:30 AM, 2 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS OFF, 3 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS
OFF, 2 DAYS ON, 3 DAYS OFF, THEN REPEAT; SCHEDULE ROTATION WORKS EVERY OTHER
WEEKEND, WITH ON-CALL AS A REQUIREMENT
***SUBJECT TO CALL BACK WITH LITTLE TO NO NOTICE
***ADDITIONAL PAY WHILE ON CALL- $28.57/DAY
APPLICATION PERIOD: UNTIL FILLED
TO APPLY: OUR MAIN PAGE: WORCESTER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY: This individual is responsible for the day-to-day operation and supervision of the team on their
assigned shift (Emergency Communication Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s), keeping records and administering
clerical duties, and reporting to the Assistant Chief of Communications. Will report to the Deputy Director and/or
Director of Emergency Services in the absence of the Assistant Chief of Communications.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Safety-sensitive position subject to Drug and Alcohol Testing
- Essential personnel subject to emergency call-back with little or no notice. Subject to mandatory overtime as
- Must meet FBI and State of Maryland requirements for access to criminal justice information, including U.S.
- Successfully pass a pre-qualifying computer dispatch test
- Successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprinting, motor vehicle history, work
- Successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination
- Successfully pass pre-employment psychological testing
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to work day shift and night shift
- Must maintain confidentiality and professionalism in high-stress environments
- Required to be on-call. Must be able to work both shifts: 6:30 PM- 6:30 AM and 6:30 AM- 6:30 PM
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts will change at the discretion of the Assistant
Chief of Communications to meet department needs
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receives and dispatches all emergency calls that include police, fire, ambulance, and other agencies that call
- Routes administrative, emergency, and non-emergency calls and walk-in messages
- Oversees training of the Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s on the equipment and
- Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to all Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and
- Reports any equipment malfunction and possesses a thorough knowledge of the equipment functions and
- Writes and submits reports and records to the Assistant Chief of Communications and Administration
- Assists in creation, revision, distribution, and training of operational instruction/policy, materials, and
equipment
- Oversees the schedule of those of their shift and those filling in on their shift
- Provides pre-arrival medical, fire, and police instruction utilizing protocols established by the National
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures as outlined in the Standard Procedure Operation Manual,
- Maintains certification in METERS/Miles training
- Maintains certification in CPR, all three disciplines and ETC from the International Academies of Emergency
- Has decision-making authority with respect to activities and staff on their assigned shift
- Trains new employees, assists those on their shift with maintaining their certifications, and assists in audits
- Completes assigned trainings and tasks accurately and by established deadlines
- Cross-trains and backs up other staff as needed
- Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or appointed officials,
- Complies with the safety programs, procedures, training, fire drills, COOP plans, etc.
- Ensures confidentiality of information and records and complies with the record retention schedule
- Complies with the Worcester County Government Personnel Rules & Regulations and safety programs
- Performs additional duties as required by the Department Head, Assistant Chief of Communications, and
Administrative Staff
• High school diploma or GED
- U.S. citizenship to comply with FBI and State of Maryland requirements
• Ability to work in a pleasant and harmonious manner with the general public and co-workers
- Must have completed the Maryland Staff Training Requirements for an Emergency Communication Specialist
- Must acquire the following certification within 18 months of employment: IS-240, ICS-300, IS-324, IS-706, IS-
- Must be a certified training officer (CTO) in dispatch and maintain the certification
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays
- Must understand that shifts may be changed at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Communications and
- Knowledge of the geography of Worcester County
- Familiar with office equipment, i.e., fax, copier, and personal computer
- Must possess computer skills, including Microsoft products and word processing software.
- Must possess basic typing skills, including the ability to type 35 words per minute
- Must be able to type on the computer and listen on the phone/radio at the same time
- Ability to supervise other staff members; Supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms; and to
- Ability to apply acquired knowledge to increasingly varied and complex tasks.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time (12-hour shifts), speak clearly and concisely, and work under
- Ability to hear by telephone, radio, and in person so as not to interfere with any communication function
- Employees with this job title are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required with little or no
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and driving record with less than 4 points. Must provide a copy of the
driving record
• Must successfully complete NENA 9-1-1 Supervisor program within 1 year of hire (if available)
SAFETY ANALYSIS:
(Rarely (<5% of the time), Occasional (5-25% of the time), Frequent (25-75% of the time); Constant (<75% of the
time)
Sedentary work for 6-12-hour shifts; Constant sitting, viewing; Frequent talking, hearing; Occasional pushing,
pulling, carrying, lifting up to 10 lbs. No known significant hazard risk.
Worcester County Government Benefits Information
Worcester County Government offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and much more! To
learn more details about our full range of benefits, please view our Benefits Guide at
Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf
Paid Time Off
Full time employees can accrue up to 248 hours of paid time off in the first year of employment
starting on the first full pay period. This includes up to 80 hours of vacation, up to 120 hours of sick,
and up to 48 hours of personal leave. The accrual for vacation increases after 6 years and 11 years.
Unused vacation and sick leave can be rolled over annually as outlined in the policy details. Full
time employees are granted 15 paid holidays in calendar year 2026.
Medical Benefits
Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account(s), and
AFLAC voluntary plans on the first day of the month after date of hire. Please visit our on-line
Benefits Guide at the link above for additional details about the plans, co-pays, and premiums.
Full time employees are eligible for county paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance on
the first day of the month following six months of employment.
Retirement
All employees budgeted for 500 hours, or more will automatically participate in Maryland State
Retirement effective on the date of hire, if not already retired from a Maryland State Retirement
system. All employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan that offers pre-tax
and ROTH contribution options. The county provides a $1 for $1 match of employee’s contributions
up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year as outlined in the plan documents.
Part Time Employees
Part time employees are eligible to participate in the deferred compensation plan on the first day of
the month after date of hire. Part time employees are eligible to earn 1 hour for every 30 hours
worked of sick leave (up to 64 hours). Sick leave can be taken after a 106-day waiting period.
Extras for All Employees
All employees are eligible to use the Fitness Room at the Worcester County Recreation Center at no
cost. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides telephone
consultations and up to 3 face-to-face visits per year. All employees are eligible for SECU credit
union membership.
For more information, please view our Benefits Guide at Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf or call
Human Resources at 410-632-0090.
DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY SERVICES
JOB TITLE: EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS SHIFT LIEUTENANT
COMPENSATION: NIGHT SHIFT- GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 1- $29.59 HOURLY/$61,547 ANNUALLY
GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 10- $36.16 HOURLY/$75,213 ANNUALLY
*SALARY IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, AND SALARY MAY BE HIGHER BASED ON EXPERIENCE
WORK LOCATION: GOVERNMENT CENTER BUILDING, ONE W. MARKET ST., SNOW HILL, MD 21863
WORK SCHEDULE: 12-HOUR SHIFTS- NIGHTSHIFT: 6:30PM- 6:30 AM, 2 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS OFF, 3 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS
OFF, 2 DAYS ON, 3 DAYS OFF, THEN REPEAT; SCHEDULE ROTATION WORKS EVERY OTHER
WEEKEND, WITH ON-CALL AS A REQUIREMENT
***SUBJECT TO CALL BACK WITH LITTLE TO NO NOTICE
***ADDITIONAL PAY WHILE ON CALL- $28.57/DAY
APPLICATION PERIOD: UNTIL FILLED
TO APPLY: OUR MAIN PAGE: WORCESTER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY: This individual is responsible for the day-to-day operation and supervision of the team on their
assigned shift (Emergency Communication Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s), keeping records and administering
clerical duties, and reporting to the Assistant Chief of Communications. Will report to the Deputy Director and/or
Director of Emergency Services in the absence of the Assistant Chief of Communications.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Safety-sensitive position subject to Drug and Alcohol Testing
- Essential personnel subject to emergency call-back with little or no notice. Subject to mandatory overtime as
- Must meet FBI and State of Maryland requirements for access to criminal justice information, including U.S.
- Successfully pass a pre-qualifying computer dispatch test
- Successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprinting, motor vehicle history, work
- Successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination
- Successfully pass pre-employment psychological testing
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to work day shift and night shift
- Must maintain confidentiality and professionalism in high-stress environments
- Required to be on-call. Must be able to work both shifts: 6:30 PM- 6:30 AM and 6:30 AM- 6:30 PM
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts will change at the discretion of the Assistant
Chief of Communications to meet department needs
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receives and dispatches all emergency calls that include police, fire, ambulance, and other agencies that call
- Routes administrative, emergency, and non-emergency calls and walk-in messages
- Oversees training of the Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s on the equipment and
- Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to all Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and
- Reports any equipment malfunction and possesses a thorough knowledge of the equipment functions and
- Writes and submits reports and records to the Assistant Chief of Communications and Administration
- Assists in creation, revision, distribution, and training of operational instruction/policy, materials, and
equipment
- Oversees the schedule of those of their shift and those filling in on their shift
- Provides pre-arrival medical, fire, and police instruction utilizing protocols established by the National
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures as outlined in the Standard Procedure Operation Manual,
- Maintains certification in METERS/Miles training
- Maintains certification in CPR, all three disciplines and ETC from the International Academies of Emergency
- Has decision-making authority with respect to activities and staff on their assigned shift
- Trains new employees, assists those on their shift with maintaining their certifications, and assists in audits
- Completes assigned trainings and tasks accurately and by established deadlines
- Cross-trains and backs up other staff as needed
- Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or appointed officials,
- Complies with the safety programs, procedures, training, fire drills, COOP plans, etc.
- Ensures confidentiality of information and records and complies with the record retention schedule
- Complies with the Worcester County Government Personnel Rules & Regulations and safety programs
- Performs additional duties as required by the Department Head, Assistant Chief of Communications, and
Administrative Staff
• High school diploma or GED
- U.S. citizenship to comply with FBI and State of Maryland requirements
• Ability to work in a pleasant and harmonious manner with the general public and co-workers
- Must have completed the Maryland Staff Training Requirements for an Emergency Communication Specialist
- Must acquire the following certification within 18 months of employment: IS-240, ICS-300, IS-324, IS-706, IS-
- Must be a certified training officer (CTO) in dispatch and maintain the certification
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays
- Must understand that shifts may be changed at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Communications and
- Knowledge of the geography of Worcester County
- Familiar with office equipment, i.e., fax, copier, and personal computer
- Must possess computer skills, including Microsoft products and word processing software.
- Must possess basic typing skills, including the ability to type 35 words per minute
- Must be able to type on the computer and listen on the phone/radio at the same time
- Ability to supervise other staff members; Supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms; and to
- Ability to apply acquired knowledge to increasingly varied and complex tasks.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time (12-hour shifts), speak clearly and concisely, and work under
- Ability to hear by telephone, radio, and in person so as not to interfere with any communication function
- Employees with this job title are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required with little or no
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and driving record with less than 4 points. Must provide a copy of the
driving record
• Must successfully complete NENA 9-1-1 Supervisor program within 1 year of hire (if available)
SAFETY ANALYSIS:
(Rarely (<5% of the time), Occasional (5-25% of the time), Frequent (25-75% of the time); Constant (<75% of the
time)
Sedentary work for 6-12-hour shifts; Constant sitting, viewing; Frequent talking, hearing; Occasional pushing,
pulling, carrying, lifting up to 10 lbs. No known significant hazard risk.
Worcester County Government Benefits Information
Worcester County Government offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and much more! To
learn more details about our full range of benefits, please view our Benefits Guide at
Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf
Paid Time Off
Full time employees can accrue up to 248 hours of paid time off in the first year of employment
starting on the first full pay period. This includes up to 80 hours of vacation, up to 120 hours of sick,
and up to 48 hours of personal leave. The accrual for vacation increases after 6 years and 11 years.
Unused vacation and sick leave can be rolled over annually as outlined in the policy details. Full
time employees are granted 15 paid holidays in calendar year 2026.
Medical Benefits
Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account(s), and
AFLAC voluntary plans on the first day of the month after date of hire. Please visit our on-line
Benefits Guide at the link above for additional details about the plans, co-pays, and premiums.
Full time employees are eligible for county paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance on
the first day of the month following six months of employment.
Retirement
All employees budgeted for 500 hours, or more will automatically participate in Maryland State
Retirement effective on the date of hire, if not already retired from a Maryland State Retirement
system. All employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan that offers pre-tax
and ROTH contribution options. The county provides a $1 for $1 match of employee’s contributions
up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year as outlined in the plan documents.
Part Time Employees
Part time employees are eligible to participate in the deferred compensation plan on the first day of
the month after date of hire. Part time employees are eligible to earn 1 hour for every 30 hours
worked of sick leave (up to 64 hours). Sick leave can be taken after a 106-day waiting period.
Extras for All Employees
All employees are eligible to use the Fitness Room at the Worcester County Recreation Center at no
cost. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides telephone
consultations and up to 3 face-to-face visits per year. All employees are eligible for SECU credit
union membership.
For more information, please view our Benefits Guide at Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf or call
Human Resources at 410-632-0090.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in detective lieutenant jobs.
- Minimum years of sworn law enforcement experience, including time at detective or investigator rank
- Supervisory or command experience leading investigative units or detective squads
- Completion of or eligibility to sit for a civil service promotional examination
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field preferred or required
- Demonstrated experience managing major felony investigations including homicide, robbery, or financial crimes
- POST certification or state-equivalent law enforcement officer certification in good standing
Tips for Your Detective Lieutenant Job Search
Tailor your resume to command responsibilities
Hiring boards for detective lieutenant roles want to see supervisory scope, not just investigative wins. List the number of detectives you've overseen, unit budgets you've managed, and cross-agency task forces you've coordinated, not just case clearance rates.
Highlight your departmental promotion timeline
Many agencies require candidates to have held detective rank for a set number of years before sitting for the lieutenant exam. Make those dates unmistakably clear on your resume so screeners don't have to calculate your eligibility themselves.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists detective lieutenant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your civil service exam prep started now
Most municipal and county departments fill detective lieutenant positions through a civil service exam before the oral board. Confirm whether the agency uses a written test, an assessment center format, or both, then tailor your preparation to that exact format.
Prepare a command philosophy statement before interviews
Oral boards for detective lieutenant candidates almost always include a question about investigative leadership philosophy. Draft a concise statement in advance that ties your approach to managing detectives, handling sensitive cases, and improving unit clearance outcomes.
Negotiate start date and shift assignment, not just pay
Once an offer is extended, detective lieutenant candidates often have more room to negotiate assignment to a preferred division or shift than to adjust base pay, which is frequently locked to a civil service pay band. Prioritize those levers in final discussions.
Detective Lieutenant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most detective lieutenants?
State of Colorado, Osceola County, and Chenega Corporation are hiring the most detective lieutenants right now, with openings concentrated in Colorado, Georgia, and Hawaii, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Larger municipal and county departments tend to post the most openings because they run structured civil service promotional cycles on a recurring basis.
How do you become a detective lieutenant?
You typically start as a patrol officer, build years of sworn service, and earn promotion to detective through demonstrated investigative performance. From detective rank you qualify to sit for the lieutenant promotional exam, which most agencies administer through a civil service process combining a written test, an oral board, and a review of your personnel record and command potential.
Can you get hired as a detective lieutenant with limited supervisory experience?
Most agencies require documented supervisory or lead experience before they will certify you as eligible for the lieutenant exam, so purely lateral candidates from smaller departments may face scrutiny. Strengthening your file with acting or interim supervisory assignments, task force leadership roles, or formal command development training can help close that gap before you apply.
What does the detective lieutenant interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a civil service written examination, followed by an oral board conducted by a panel of senior command staff or civilian commissioners. Finalists often undergo a background reinvestigation, a psychological evaluation, and a command assessment exercise before a conditional offer is extended. The full process from exam to offer can take several months at larger departments.
Where can I find and apply to detective lieutenant jobs?
You can find and apply to detective lieutenant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from departments across the United States. Find roles that match your rank, specialization, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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