Headed by an administrator with the rank of Deputy Chief, the Field Operations Bureau is the most highly visible component of the department. The division is overseen by the Field Operations Chief, 1 Commander, 2 Lieutenants, and 4 Sergeants.  Patrol Officers are responsible for normal patrol operations in the City of Sussex.  Working 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the Field Operations Bureau represents the bulk of the department’s staffing. The objectives of the Field Operations are to:

• Execute the law enforcement responsibilities of the department through preventive patrol and active enforcement of criminal and traffic laws 

• Perform a variety of diverse services for the city, including enforcement, general assistance, emergency assistance, public information and directions, alleviating public hazards;

• Provide general law enforcement services and assistance to the City of Sussex.

In addition to regular policing, the Field Operations Bureau has multiple specialized divisions able to assist our patrol officers in their duties: