# Tasks & work activities — police commissioner

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 33-1012.00 (First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Explain police operations to subordinates to assist them in performing their job duties.
- **[Core]** Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work.
- **[Core]** Supervise and coordinate the investigation of criminal cases, offering guidance and expertise to investigators, and ensuring that procedures are conducted in accordance with laws and regulations.
- **[Core]** Investigate and resolve personnel problems within organization and charges of misconduct against staff.
- **[Core]** Train staff in proper police work procedures.
- **[Core]** Maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records.
- **[Core]** Monitor and evaluate the job performance of subordinates, and authorize promotions and transfers.
- **[Core]** Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.
- **[Core]** Conduct raids and order detention of witnesses and suspects for questioning.
- **[Core]** Prepare work schedules and assign duties to subordinates.
- **[Core]** Discipline staff for violation of department rules and regulations.
- **[Core]** Cooperate with court personnel and officials from other law enforcement agencies and testify in court, as necessary.
- **[Core]** Review contents of written orders to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
- **[Core]** Inspect facilities, supplies, vehicles, and equipment to ensure conformance to standards.
- **[Core]** Requisition and issue equipment and supplies.
- **[Core]** Meet with civic, educational, and community groups to develop community programs and events, and to discuss law enforcement subjects.
- **[Core]** Direct release or transfer of prisoners.
- **[Supplemental]** Develop, implement, and revise departmental policies and procedures.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare news releases and respond to police correspondence.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare budgets and manage expenditures of department funds.

## Detailed work activities

- Apprehend criminal suspects.
- Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information.
- Collaborate with outside groups to develop programs or projects.
- Detain suspects or witnesses.
- Develop organizational methods or procedures.
- Develop organizational policies or programs.
- Direct criminal investigations.
- Direct law enforcement activities.
- Evaluate employee performance.
- Inform others about laws or regulations.
- Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
- Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with security or safety regulations.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
- Maintain operational records.
- Prepare activity or work schedules.
- Prepare investigation or incident reports.
- Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures.
- Resolve interpersonal conflicts.
- Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.
- Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
- Train employees in proper work procedures.
- Write operational reports.