State of Washington Classified Job Specification
LCB ENFORCEMENT LIEUTENANT
Class Series Concept
Definition
Serves as a training supervisor for the Training and Field Training Officer Program; supervises LCB Enforcement Officers while assigned to the Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Law Enforcement Academy; works with first line supervisors to assign, schedule, evaluate and conduct performance reviews of enforcement officers who have been assigned training officer duties.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Typical Work
Supervises all enforcement activities within work unit; works with each assigned staff to develop individual work plans; monitors activity and evaluates performance; makes necessary work assignments and ensures that all work in area is covered during employees' leave; conducts team meetings, provides career and performance counseling; conducts administrative inquiries of Officers, and/or non-commissioned personnel in coordination with or as assigned by command staff;
Coordinates and implements the Training and Field Training Officer Program;
Organizes training for officers; implements mandatory training; ensures that officers and they themselves are complying with division regulations and agency policies;
Responsible for ensuring compliance with training and response protocols related to enforcement interactions and MOU’s with other agencies;
Advises officers on laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to youth’s access to liquor, cannabis, tobacco and vapor products, and tobacco tax enforcement;
Works with officers to assist in enforcement efforts; perform misdemeanor and felony arrests when required; write administrative and criminal citations, including writing and executing search warrants, when necessary;
Facilitates team meetings; monitors tracking of regional documents; leads team in development and implementation of preventive enforcement concepts;
When assigned, investigates complaints against officers and compiles a fact based report;
Promotes workforce diversity and motivates subordinates through positive mentoring, coaching and counseling;
Performs complex criminal and regulatory investigations of a sensitive nature;
Works undercover investigations; maintains investigative funds and evidence log and storage facility; plans and supervises operations involving multiple law enforcement and regulatory agencies; approves or performs vehicle stops of suspected cannabis, vapor and tobacco purchase violations; acts as a liaison between local law enforcement in assigned area and board personnel; based on assignment may conduct new licensee briefings for liquor, cannabis and tobacco and vapor licensees, local law enforcement training, civic group training on liquor, cannabis and tobacco laws;
Performs the duties of lower levels in the series;
May act as the Captain in their absence;
Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to: secure and maintain evidence and testify in administrative hearings and courts of law; interact with diverse groups; remain calm/rational when communicating with irate/intoxicated people; maintain documentation regarding work activities; write concise, accurate and timely reports; supervise and train subordinate LCB Enforcement Officers; successfully complete the Criminal Justice Training Commission First Line Supervisor Certification training; exercise objective and mature judgment in a wide variety of public contacts; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish rapport with law enforcement personnel from local, state, and federal agencies; organize work time and complete assignments with minimal supervision; gather, preserve, and present evidence; conduct and complete a wide array of investigations; prepare and analyze comprehensive written reports.
Legal Requirement(s)
The following legal requirements are necessary for positions in this category. An applicant must be a citizen of the United States of America, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrivals recipient, unless prohibited by other state or federal law, who can speak, read and write the English language. Applicant must be 21 years of age. Applicants must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. All positions require successful completion of a background check. Positions require successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy, or CJTC Basic Law Enforcement Equivalency Academy with basic law enforcement certificate from another state.
Desirable Qualifications
Four years of experience as a full-time peace officer after achieving the successful certification of the Criminal Justice Training Commissioned Basic Law Enforcement Academy or its equivalent.
Equivalent education/experience.
Class Specification History
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 42163); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
Salary adjustment adopted 6/30/2015, effective 7/1/2015.
Revised title and definition; adopted August 13, 2015; effective August 14, 2015.
Base range salary adjustment adopted 6/13/2019, effective 7/1/2019; from range 61 to 63.
Revised legal requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.
Revised title, class series concept, definition, added distinguishing characteristics, revised typical work, knowledge and abilities, legal requirements, desirable qualifications; adopted June 23, 2025; effective July 1, 2025.
