police-commissioner/references/tasks.md

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.