The City of Antioch is a full-service municipal agency serving a population of more than 115,000 residents. The Police Department is authorized a sworn staff of 115 officers and 35 non-sworn employees, which includes Dispatchers, Community Services Officers and Administrative Support staff. The department is comprised of two divisions: Support Services and Field Services. The Field Services Division includes Patrol, Community Engagement, and Traffic Bureaus. The Support Services Division consists of Administration, Dispatch, Investigations, Special Operations, and Records. Antioch is the only city in Contra Costa County with its own animal shelter and services, both of which also fall under the purview of the police department.
Our Police Department is located in downtown Antioch, near the Marina, in a 67,000 square foot facility. It features an indoor firing range, weight training/exercise room, and community meeting room that also serves as the city’s primary Emergency Operations Center when necessary. Officers may work in a variety of assignments including Patrol, Traffic, Community Engagement Unit, Investigations, SWAT, Hostage Negotiation, Field Training, and K-9. Assignments for our non-sworn staff varies as well, with assignments in Administration, Secured Records, Crime Analysis, Dispatch and Investigations. Community Services Officers can also be assigned to Evidence, Custody, Training, CSI, and the Front Counter. Most of Antioch’s training is conducted in-house. Officers with special expertise may apply for and become instructors. These officers provide training in the areas of first aid, defensive tactics, firearms, emergency vehicle operation, tactical communications, cultural awareness and much more.
As we continue to grow and welcome new members, we proudly maintain a culture professionalism, dedication, inclusion and pride of each other and our community.
SALARY & BENEFIT INFORMATION
The salary range for this position is $182,736 - $222,096 annually, commensurate with experience.
Month Salary DOQ/E $15,228 - $18,508 | Collective Bargaining Representation: Antioch Police Sworn Management Association | Benefits-
Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier)
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Retirement: CalPERS Classic Members 3% @ 50, PEPRA Members 2.7% @ 57
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457 Deferred Compensation Option
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Life Insurance
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Longevity
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Education Incentive
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS
Recruitment will be open through June 7, 2026.
Candidate screening will begin on June 8, and finalists will be invited to an interview/assessment center process scheduled for June 25, 2026. This is a confidential search process, if you have any questions regarding the position, contact recruitment consultant, Joseph Kreins at 707-333-6858.
All applicants are required to submit a complete application and supplemental questions, failure to submit your response to questions will be considered a withdrawal from the recruitment process.
RESUMES AND ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT REPLACE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION. IF YOUR RESUME IS NOT ATTACHED OR YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, YOUR APPLICATION MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. This is a confidential search process. If you have any questions regarding this position, contact consultant, Joseph Kreins at 707-333-6858.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, plans, directs, supervises and coordinates the activities of an assigned patrol shift or other major unit of the Police Department. Participates as a member of the Department's Management Team. Exercises direct supervision over sworn and non-sworn personnel.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
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Participate in the planning, organizing and development of operational procedures relating to a major unit of the Police Department.
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Supervise the activities of assigned personnel and day-to-day operations as the shift Watch Commander or Bureau Manager.
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Direct and assist in the training development of subordinate personnel.
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Assume responsibility for specialized assignments, as directed, e.g., SWAT.
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Prepare recommendations for budget and personnel needs.
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Coordinate police activities with other units in the Police Department, City departments and divisions.
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Coordinate functions of the unit with other law enforcement agencies.
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Supervise, train and evaluate subordinate personnel.
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Conduct a continuing review of the unit and division activities to identify problems and develop recommendations for improving services.
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Inspect unit personnel and equipment.
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Personally conduct investigations and special studies requiring a high level of discretion.
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Direct the maintenance of records and preparation of the various local, state and federal statistical reports.
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Speak before groups and represent the Department and City at meetings, events, and conferences. May be required to participate in service organizations within the City of Antioch.
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Maintain statistical records for the unit.
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Oversee/manage the Police fleet.
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Respond to emergencies when off duty and act as emergency operations manager.
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May oversee Animal Services and other bureaus as assigned.
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Perform related duties as assigned.
ACCOUNTABILITY
A Police Lieutenant is accountable to a Police Captain for the effective supervision of subordinates and operation of assigned police function within departmental policies and guidelines. This class serves as a role model for professional development within the Department including educational achievement, community and interagency relationships, integrity, and honesty. Participation in and commitment to Department programs and activities are expected.
The employee is responsible for complying with all City safety requirements and practices. The employee is expected to adhere to all departmental rules, regulations, and guidelines and ensure that all subordinate personnel comply with them as well.
QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
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Principles and practices of organization, budget, management and personnel management.
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Modern police practices, techniques and methods.
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Technical and administrative phases of crime prevention and law enforcement including investigation and identification, record keeping, and care and custody of persons and property.
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Pertinent federal, state and local laws and ordinances, particularly with reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, traffic and evidence.
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Police department rules, regulations and procedures.
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Functions and objectives of the police department and other local, state and federal agencies.
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City budgetary process.
ABILITY TO:-
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
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Obtain information through interview and interrogation.
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Analyze crime and service patterns and to develop effective, tactical responses.
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Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.
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Use and care of firearms.
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Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action.
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Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
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Learn to effectively use a variety of departmental computer and computer-related equipment.
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Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
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Recommend improvements in unit and departmental operations and in the rules, regulations and policies governing the Department.
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Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES
(The following are typical qualifications necessary for entry into the classification) Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training:-
A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university preferably with a major in police science, public administration, or sociology.
Experience:-
Eight years of experience in police work And
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With at least two of experience conducting supervisor level responsibilities.
License or Certificate:-
A valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of hire and of continued employment.
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Possession of Basic and Intermediate POST Certificates. Possession of Supervisory POST Certificate within one year of appointment.
Disqualifying Criteria:
Criminal Record:
Lieutenants shall not have been convicted of any felony. A misdemeanor conviction may result in applicant disqualification and employee disciplinary action, up to and including termination. A complete background investigation will be conducted.
Administrative Action:
Applicants may be ineligible to apply and/or a promotion may not be made by the Chief of Police if the applicant has sustained discipline for serious misconduct. This would include but may not be limited to prior discipline for excessive force, dishonesty, and misconduct related to the individual’s integrity and ethical decision making.
Any applicant that is the subject of a pending investigation involving serious misconduct will not be promoted until the investigation is complete and/or disciplinary process completed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a field and office setting; travel from site to site; extensive periods of sitting in a patrol vehicle, or in an office environment; exposure to inclement weather conditions; some exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; some exposure to moving mechanical parts; extensive public contact; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be very loud due to sirens, etc; required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Physical and Mental Condition: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and field setting; Normal hearing acuity; proportional weight to height; sound physical, mental and emotional health; normal color vision and visual functions, including no abnormalities or diseases which adversely affect the performance of duty, and visual acuity of not less than 20/40 vision in each eye without correction and corrected to not less than 20/20 in each eye; absence of chronic disease, impairment of bodily function, history of psychosis or psychoneurosis or other disabling defects.
EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-779-7020 or [email protected] prior to the final filing date.
