Rank Responsibilities

Chief of Police:

1. Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the department.

2. Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and goals.

3. Manage the budget and allocate resources effectively.

4. Foster positive relationships with community members and stakeholders.

5. Oversee major investigations and high-profile cases.

6. Coordinate with other law enforcement agencies and government entities.

7. Represent the department at public events and in media interactions.

8. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

9. Handle internal disciplinary matters and ensure accountability within the department.

Deputy Chief of Police:

1. Assist the Chief of Police in leading and managing the department.

2. Provide guidance and support to other high-ranking officers.

3. Assist in developing and implementing departmental policies and goals.

4. Coordinate and collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations.

5. Represent the department in the absence of the Chief of Police.

6. Review and evaluate departmental performance and make recommendations for improvements.

7. Assist in handling internal disciplinary matters and ensuring adherence to departmental standards.

Commander of Internal Affairs:

1. Oversee investigations into complaints against department personnel.

2. Ensure fairness, integrity, and transparency in the investigative process.

3. Maintain confidentiality and protect the rights of all involved parties.

4. Provide guidance and support to internal affairs investigators.

5. Review and analyze investigation reports and make appropriate recommendations.

6. Collaborate with the Chief of Police and other high-ranking officers on disciplinary actions.

7. Develop and implement policies and procedures related to internal affairs investigations.

8. Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance with departmental standards.

Patrol Captain:

1. Manage and oversee the operations of the general patrol force.

2. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and goals for the patrol force.

3. Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to subordinate officers and staff.

4. Coordinate and allocate resources effectively to ensure optimal performance.

5. Foster teamwork and maintain morale within the patrol force.

6. Represent the division in meetings and discussions with other department members.

7. Monitor and evaluate the performance of officers and staff within the patrol force.

8. Respond to critical incidents and make strategic decisions as necessary.

9. Conduct briefings and debriefings for Sergeants under their supervision.

Division Captain:

1. Manage and oversee the operations of all Los Santos Police Department Divisions.

2. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and goals for the assigned division.

3. Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to subordinate officers and staff.

4. Coordinate and allocate resources effectively to ensure optimal performance.

5. Foster teamwork and maintain morale within the assigned division.

6. Represent the division in meetings and discussions with other department members.

7. Monitor and evaluate the performance of officers and staff within the division.

8. Respond to critical incidents and make strategic decisions as necessary.

9. Conduct briefings and debriefings for Sergeants under their supervision.

Lieutenant:

1. Lead all Training and hiring.

   1. ALL HIRING MUST BE APPROVED, SIGNED OFF ON, AND NOTIFED TO A LT. REGARDLESS OF RANK (Captain, Chief etc.)

2. Evaluate the performance of subordinate officers.

3. Preform Audits of the Department via the Offical Audit Sheet WEEKLY

4. Provide guidance, support, and training to officers.

5. Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.

6. Conduct briefings and debriefings for Sergeants under their supervision.

7. Handle any and all applicants through applications, and interviews.

8. Utilize a Timeframe for Weapons Licensing, and any other Front Desk Activities

Patrol Sergeant:

1. Supervise a group of patrol officers or a specific shift. (Each Sergeant upon hire will receive any and all information on their patrol area / shift.

2. Ensure patrol officers are following departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.

3. Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to officers.

4. Review and evaluate reports and paperwork submitted by patrol officers.

5. Coordinate and respond to incidents and emergencies.

6. Maintain discipline and enforce standards within the assigned group.

7. Assist in conducting investigations and gathering evidence.

8. Support the Patrol Captain in achieving the goals of the department.

9. Lead Periodic Role Calls to go over policy changes, important memos, high crime areas, and patrol plans.

Division Sergeant:

1. Supervise the officers and personnel within the assigned division.

2. Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the officers under their command.

3. Ensure officers are following departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.

4. Review and evaluate reports, paperwork, and performance of officers.

5. Coordinate and allocate resources effectively within the division.

6. Conduct regular meetings and briefings to communicate information and updates.

7. Assist in developing and implementing divisional goals, objectives, and strategies.

8. Foster teamwork, morale, and a positive work environment within the division.

9. Respond to incidents, emergencies, and critical situations as necessary.

10. Maintain discipline and enforce standards within the assigned division.

11. Collaborate and coordinate with other divisions and units within the department.

12. Identify training needs and provide guidance and mentorship to officers.

13. Investigate and address complaints or issues related to the division.

14. Prepare and submit reports, documentation, and statistics as required.

15. Support the Division Captain in achieving departmental goals.

16. Act as a role model and maintain professionalism at all times.

Detective:

1. Conduct investigations into crimes and gather evidence.

2. Interview witnesses, suspects, and victims to obtain relevant information.

3. Analyze information and develop leads to solve cases.

4. Prepare reports and documentation related to investigations.

5. Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and departments on joint investigations.

6. Testify in court and present evidence during legal proceedings.

7. Stay updated on current investigative techniques and best practices.

8. Work closely with other officers and detectives to solve complex cases.

Officer 2-3:

1. Patrol assigned areas and respond to calls for service.

2. Enforce laws, make arrests, and issue citations.

3. Conduct investigations under the supervision of higher-ranking officers.

4. Respond to emergencies and provide assistance to the public.

5. Complete required reports and documentation.

6. Maintain a visible presence to deter criminal activity.

Officer 1

1. Patrol assigned areas and respond to calls for service while riding with an FTO.

2. Enforce laws, make arrests, and issue citations under supervision.

3. Respond to emergencies and provide assistance to the public.

4. Complete required reports and documentation, having them looked over by an FTO.

5. Maintain a visible presence to deter criminal activity.

Activity Expectations

Active- Officers are considered Active by default, the requirements are as follows

1. Patrol at least 5 hours total a week

2. You are given a grace period of 7 days of complete inactivity before being moved down to inactive.

Inactive - Officers are considered inactive after failing to adhere to the guidelines set in Active,  after their grace period expires.  This will also forfet special PD events such as Raids and other high interest events.

1. Once Officers are marked inactive, they will have 14 additional days to regain meeting the requirements listed in Active or forfit any Subdivision Certifications. 

2. 7 days after your certifications are revoked, you will be Terminated from the LSPD with the chance to reapply. (in total 1 month)

LOA - An officer can request a leave of absence if they are not going to be present for more than 7 days. This is to give notice, so you aren't put on the inactive list, and punished as follows. LOAs can be any amount of time, from a week, to up to 6 months or more depending on the reason given. LOA's for more than 1 month will need to be done through a verbal meeting with a member of command. 

Callsign Meanings

Echo (E) - General Patrol Force

Sierra (S) - Detective

Charley (C) - Supervisors 

Bravo (B) - Field Command Unit

Alpha (A) - Department Command Unit

Chain of Command

The Chain of Command is a linear structure and shall be followed as such. 

Failure to Follow the Chain of Command will ensure disciplineary action is taken.

If an Officer has an issue on Patrol, You should bring this issue up with a Sergeant.

If the Sergeant is unable to resolve the issue, He is to bring it up with either the Patrol Captain, or the Division Captain.

If the Captain is unable to resolve the issue, he will address the rest of High Command until the issue is resolved.

In Short:
A patrol Officer should not be going to the Captain, Chief, or Deputy Chief for any issues they have on patrol.

Promotions and Commendations

• Promotions will be given to officers who the command feels set themselves apart from other officers in terms of professionalism, maturity, job knowledge, and the strive to want to better the department as a whole.

• Every rank in the LSPD will come with its own set of important responsibilities that each officer will be expected to conduct. 

• Do not ask for promotions. Asking for promotions may lead to a demotion or disciplinary actions.

Some Roles such as supervisory roles will open up, and you will be required to hold an interview and written exam before being promoted.

Expectation of Patrol Officers:

• All Officers are required to adhere to the Uniform Guidelines AT ALL TIMES while on duty.

  • Failure to do so will result in a Writeup (No warnings)

• All Officers are required to adhere to the Vehicle Guidelines AT ALL TIMES while on duty

  • Failure to do so will result in a Writeup. (No Warnings)

• The “Unmarked CID Cars” Shall not be used for pursuits, for ANY Reason. Including by CID.

  • Failure to follow this guideline will result in removal of any permission to use these vehicles, and a Writeup.

• All Officers are required to carry a City Hall Government ID at all times while acting in the capacity as a police officer, and show it upon request.

  • Failure to do so will result in a Writeup, and Possible court actions

• All Officers are expected to follow the chain of command, any disrespect to a Supervisor will not be tolerated.

• Officers are to be rolled out of MRPD in a timely Manner, (You shouldn’t be sitting at MRPD for 45 minutes without a good reason.) If you need to stay at MRPD for an extended period, Clock off duty.

  • Failure to do so will result in a Level 1 Writeup

Expectation of Supervisors

• Supervisors are expected to be leading in the field, responding to calls in a MARKED Police Car.

• Supervisors shall be in a professional uniform, that meets the Uniform Guidelines

• Supervisors are expected to help any trainee when on duty, and mentor them when needed.

• Sergeants have a 1 Strike Policy. Failure to follow department Policy will result in a demotion in rank effective immediately. 

Special Divisions

• PATROL OFFICER

  • Patrol Officers will be charged with the day to day operations of the Department by responding to calls for emergency service and enforcing traffic regulations of the city.

• Speed Enforcement Unit (SEU)

  • SEU Will be a special driving section who are authorized to utilize vehicles that are faster than the average patrol vehicle. They will mainly be utilized for high speed pursuits that normal PD vehicles would not be able to keep up with.

• Metropolitan Division (Metro) / SWAT

  • Metro is our Fast Acting Team of on call SWAT. They patrol as normal, however take any violent priority calls. They act as a fast acting SWAT force when it in unavailable to activate the full SWAT team. 

  • SWAT will be a team assembled around the basics of hand to hand combat and weapons tactics. SWAT will be utilized in the situation where heavy weaponry is needed, barricaded suspects, or active shooter situations.

• CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE DIVISION (CID)

  • CID will focus on the criminal investigations of crimes, such as murders, robberies, and hideouts for criminals. 

  • CID is filled with multiple divisions, including the Gang Enforcement / Intelligence Unit

• AIR SUPERIORITY UNIT (ASU)

  • ASU will be trained to fly the LSPD helicopter. ASU will be trained in pursuit tactics and maneuverability of the B412 Helicopter within the city. 

• FIELD TRAINING OFFICER (FTO)

  • FTO’s will be charged with the completion of all training for cadets, and will also lead department training when needed.