Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

33-1012.00 | 20 tasks | 10 job titles
Reported Job Titles (10)
  • Captain
  • Deputy Sheriff
  • Detective Sergeant
  • Lieutenant
  • Patrol Sergeant
  • Police Captain
  • Police Chief
  • Police Lieutenant
  • Police Sergeant
  • Shift Supervisor
Core Tasks (17)
  • 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.
  • Prepare work schedules and assign duties to subordinates.
  • Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.
  • Investigate and resolve personnel problems within organization and charges of misconduct against staff.
  • Explain police operations to subordinates to assist them in performing their job duties.
  • Maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records.
  • Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work.
  • Train staff in proper police work procedures.
  • Discipline staff for violation of department rules and regulations.
  • Monitor and evaluate the job performance of subordinates, and authorize promotions and transfers.
  • Review contents of written orders to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
  • Conduct raids and order detention of witnesses and suspects for questioning.
  • Cooperate with court personnel and officials from other law enforcement agencies and testify in court, as necessary.
  • Meet with civic, educational, and community groups to develop community programs and events, and to discuss law enforcement subjects.
  • Inspect facilities, supplies, vehicles, and equipment to ensure conformance to standards.
  • Direct release or transfer of prisoners.
  • Requisition and issue equipment and supplies.
Supplemental Tasks (3)
  • Develop, implement, and revise departmental policies and procedures.
  • Prepare news releases and respond to police correspondence.
  • Prepare budgets and manage expenditures of department funds.