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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 patrol lieutenant jobs.
- Minimum five or more years of sworn law enforcement experience, including supervisory duties
- Current or eligibility for state Peace Officer Standards and Training certification
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience leading patrol officers during critical incident or emergency response
- Valid driver's license with the ability to operate emergency response vehicles
- Completion of supervisory or command leadership training such as FBINA or equivalent program
Tips for Your Patrol Lieutenant Job Search
Tailor your resume to command expectations
Patrol lieutenant hiring panels look for demonstrated supervisory outcomes, not just years of service. List specific accomplishments like reducing shift response times or leading a use-of-force review, and quantify results wherever your agency records support it.
Highlight your promotional exam credentials
Many agencies require a written exam score, assessment center result, or oral board ranking before you can be considered. Include your exam results, assessment center participation, and any command-track training like Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command on your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists patrol lieutenant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research the agency's command structure first
Patrol lieutenant responsibilities vary significantly. At smaller departments the role may include watch commander duties and direct patrol supervision, while larger agencies separate those functions. Read the posting carefully and align your cover letter to the specific command scope described.
Prepare scenario answers around critical incidents
Assessment centers and oral boards for patrol lieutenant almost always include a scenario requiring you to manage a use-of-force incident, officer misconduct complaint, or multi-agency response. Practice structured answers that show your decision-making process, not just the outcome.
Negotiate lateral entry rank and step placement
If you're moving between agencies, your current rank doesn't automatically transfer at the same step or pay grade. Ask human resources about lateral placement policies before you accept an offer so you understand how your seniority and benefits carry over.
Patrol Lieutenant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most patrol lieutenants?
State of Colorado, Osceola County, and Chenega Corporation are hiring the most patrol lieutenants right now, with openings concentrated in Colorado, Georgia, and Hawaii, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings at municipal and county agencies tend to be posted in clusters when promotional cycles open.
How do you become a patrol lieutenant?
You typically start as a patrol officer, earn promotion to sergeant by passing a written exam and oral board, and then complete additional supervisory experience before competing for lieutenant. Most agencies require you to pass a separate promotional exam, an assessment center, or both, along with a minimum number of years as a sergeant and a clean disciplinary record.
Can you get hired as a patrol lieutenant with limited supervisory experience?
Some smaller agencies hire lateral candidates into a patrol lieutenant role if you hold a supervisory rank from another department and can demonstrate relevant command experience. You'll need to document specific incidents you managed, officers you supervised, and any formal command training you completed to offset a thinner supervisory record.
What does the patrol lieutenant interview process look like?
The process usually begins with a written promotional exam, followed by an assessment center that includes in-basket exercises, role-play scenarios, and a command presentation. Candidates who advance then face an oral board with command staff or civil service commissioners. Some agencies also require a background reinvestigation and a chief's interview before a final selection is made.
Where can I find and apply to patrol lieutenant jobs?
You can find and apply to patrol lieutenant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from police departments, sheriff's offices, and law enforcement agencies across the United States. Find roles that match your rank, certification, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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