According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| 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. | 86% |
| Explain police operations to subordinates to assist them in performing their job duties. | 85% |
| Train staff in proper police work procedures. | 84% |
| Investigate and resolve personnel problems within organization and charges of misconduct against staff. | 83% |
| Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work. | 83% |
| Maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records. | 82% |
| Cooperate with court personnel and officials from other law enforcement agencies and testify in court, as necessary. | 81% |
| Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners. | 81% |
| Monitor and evaluate the job performance of subordinates, and authorize promotions and transfers. | 81% |
| Review contents of written orders to ensure adherence to legal requirements. | 80% |
| Conduct raids and order detention of witnesses and suspects for questioning. | 79% |
| Discipline staff for violation of department rules and regulations. | 79% |
| Prepare work schedules and assign duties to subordinates. | 78% |
| Direct release or transfer of prisoners. | 78% |
| Prepare budgets and manage expenditures of department funds. | 75% |
| Inspect facilities, supplies, vehicles, and equipment to ensure conformance to standards. | 74% |
| Develop, implement, and revise departmental policies and procedures. | 73% |
| Meet with civic, educational, and community groups to develop community programs and events, and to discuss law enforcement subjects. | 71% |
| Prepare news releases and respond to police correspondence. | 71% |
| Requisition and issue equipment and supplies. | 69% |
