Patrol officers in this division work with community members to identify and resolve problems of crime and disorder either through formal Community Oriented Policing projects, or by directed patrol and targeted pro-active enforcement. Within the Field Operations Division, specially trained officers participate as Field Training Officers, Bicycle Patrol Officers, a K-9 handler, and Motorcycle Officers as well as assuming other collateral duties. The Reserve Officer Program in this division consists of part-time employees trained to augment regular patrol activities.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the Field Operations Division consist of:
- Community oriented police services
- Conducting preliminary investigations
- Necessary follow-up for most incidents
- Non-emergency calls for service
- Responding to emergency patrol calls
- Traffic enforcement
Contact
For more information, call us at 408-779-2101 or
email Captain Shane Palsgrove.