The Matthews Police Department is opening its doors wide to potential leaders within its ranks, inviting all interested parties, both from within the department and from outside, to apply for the positions of Lieutenant and Captain. In what appears to be a move towards diversifying its leadership team, the department has rolled out an announcement via its social media channels that the application process is now live. As per the Facebook post published today, candidates have a full month until September 1, to throw their hats in the ring.
Those looking to ascend to the roles of Lieutenant and Captain will not only need to meet the cut-off dates, but will also have to pass through the sieve of assessment centers scheduled for late September, specifically the 25th for Lieutenant hopefuls and the 26th for Captain candidates, the department will provide further details to those advancing through the initial stages, those with an existing profile who might've let their login details slip into the abyss, have at their disposal recovery options to assist.
Applications, which must be tendered electronically via the links shared by the department, require candidates to present not just their resumes, but also the necessary certification evidence. This requirement underscores the department's intent to ensure that those looking to rise up the ladder are suitably equipped with the qualifications and formal recognitions of their expertise in the realm of law enforcement. The links to the application are available on the Matthews Police Department's post.
This inclusive approach to filling the roles within the MPD is a signal of the organization’s broader intent to cast a wide net, ensuring a diverse and capable leadership team, those who make it through the assessment center gauntlet can anticipate additional details on the subsequent phases of the selection process this information was gleaned from the department's social media posting which offers a comprehensive step-by-step guide for applicants, all in an effort to streamline and demystify the application proceedings.
