Updating the structure of a police department

The first part of the assignment requires you to identify three specific initiatives to add to the department and then identify where they will fit into the organizational structure. Refer to the Police Department Organizational Structure [PPTX]. You will need to explain what type of training and support will be necessary for these initiatives.

5–7 page paper in which you:

• Identify three specific community policing initiatives to add to the department.
• Determine what type of training and support will be necessary for each of these initiatives.
• Select where each initiative will fit into the organizational structure.
• Justify why these three initiatives will enhance the department’s relationship with the community.
• Identify the important skills needed in recruiting new officers who can perform both traditional policing and the new community policing initiatives.
• Explain how you would evaluate and measure these traits and skills.
• Use five credible, relevant, and appropriate sources to support your writing. Cite each source listed on your source page at least once within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides. 
  • You may use Community Policing Today for one of your sources, but you must provide at least four additional sources to support your selected initiatives.