Chief of Police

The Chief of Police shall be the head of the Police Department and shall be directly responsible to the appropriate authority for its efficiency and day to day operations. Pursuant to policies established by the appropriate authority, the Chief of Police shall:

• Administer and enforce the Rules and Regulations of the Police Department and any special emergency directives for the disposition and discipline of the Department and its members and officers
• Have, exercise and discharge the functions, powers and duties of the Police Department
• Prescribe the duties and assignments of all members and officers
• Delegate such authority as may be deemed necessary for the efficient operation of the Police Department to be exercised under the Chief’s direction and control
• Report at least monthly to the appropriate authority in such form as shall be prescribed on the operation of the Police Department during the preceding month and make such other reports as may be requested by the appropriate authority

Supervisors

Enforce department rules and insure compliance with department policies and procedures. Exercise proper use of their command within the limits of their authority to assure efficient performance by their subordinates. Exercise necessary control over their subordinates to accomplish the objectives of the department. Guide and train subordinates to gain effectiveness in performing their duties. Use department disciplinary procedures when necessary. When using discipline, comply strictly with the provisions of the department disciplinary process.

Police Officers

• Protect life and property
• Preserve the peace
• Prevent crime
• Detect and arrest violators of the law
• Enforce all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances coming within department jurisdiction
• Safely and expeditiously regulate traffic
• Aid citizens in matters within police jurisdictions
• Take appropriate police action in aiding fellow officers as needed
• Provide miscellaneous services

Exercise authority consistent with the obligations imposed by the oath of office and in conformance with the policies of the department. Abide by all rules, regulations and departmental procedures and directives governing police officer employees. Obeying all lawful orders. Coordinate their efforts with other employees of the department to achieve department objectives. Conduct themselves in accordance with high ethical standards, on and off-duty. Strive to improve their skills and techniques through study and training. Familiarize themselves with the area of authority and responsibility for the current assignment. Perform their duties promptly, faithfully and diligently.

Civilian Employees

Take appropriate action to perform the duties of their positions promptly, faithfully and diligently. Exercise authority consistent with the obligations imposed by their position and in conformance with the policies of the department. Obeying all lawful orders. Coordinate their efforts with other employees of the department to achieve department objectives. Conduct themselves in accordance with high ethical standards, on and off-duty. Strive to improve their skills and techniques through study and training. Familiarize themselves with the area of authority and responsibility for the current assignment. Abide by all rules, regulations and department.