The Next Level: A Roadmap for Promoting to Lieutenant

Three Police Leaders Share Practical Advice on Navigating the Promotional Path to Lieutenant and Succeeding in the Role.

The jump from Sergeant to Lieutenant is more than just a change in rank; it's a total shift in mindset. You move from field supervision to managing organizational goals and community impact.

How do you prepare for a role that looks so different from the one you have now?

Join this dynamic panel discussion with three police leaders from very different agencies as they offer a roadmap for promoting to the Lieutenant rank. You'll learn how to assess your readiness for promotion, prepare for oral boards, develop and demonstrate administrative skills, and, most importantly, how to succeed in your new role.

What You Will Learn:

Navigating the Transition:
Strategies for shifting your mindset from field supervision to middle management, including balancing the complex relationships between executive leadership, rank-and-file officers and the public.
Mastering the Promotional Process:
Actionable advice for preparing for exams and oral boards, developing a distinct leadership "Point of View," and demonstrating administrative potential while in your current role.
Leadership in Action:
Best practices for managing critical incidents, effectively delegating to Sergeants, and diversifying your career experience to become a well-rounded Lieutenant.
The Education Edge:
Discover why advanced degrees are becoming the standard for competitive candidates in modern policing.