Commissioners Expectations and Priorities

Question 1

Patrol and Enforcement
Maximize in View Patrol

Answer 1

Provide the highest level of safety, service, and security to the motoring public. There is no greater deterrent to criminal activity and unsafe driving than the presence of a uniformed officer. Commanders and supervisors must support and assist with this effort.

Question 2

Patrol and Enforcement
Focus on PCF, Seatbelts, and DUI.

Answer 2

Commanders are expected to utilize crash data analytics and strategic deployment of resources with a primary focus on driving behavior that most often results in serious injury or death. Officers are expected to patrol with an intent to identify dangerous driving behavior and to take appropriate enforcement action.

Question 3

Patrol and Enforcement
Ensure Beat Accountability.

Answer 3

Commanders are expected to assign geographical beats that best serve the public with a focus on areas with frequent crashes and increased highway violence. Officers assigned to patrol are expected to spend their shift on their assigned beat.

Question 4

Patrol and Enforcement
Enforcement Campaigns.

Answer 4

The Department will engage in an annual statewide enforcement campaign under the direction of Assistant Commissioner, Field. Division Commanders will plan and direct an additional campaign with a focus on regional issues. Area commanders will plan a minimum of 4 enforcement campaigns annually utilizing local data to identify and target problem areas.

Question 5

EMPLOYEE SAFETY, WELLNESS, AND DEVELOPMENT
Training.

Answer 5

As true professionals, each member of the Department, is expected to participate in all job required training. Commanders are expected to ensure compliance with required training. Commanders shall emphasize the importance of training and are expected to be actively engaged through regular attendance and participation.

Question 6

Equipment.

Answer 6

Commanders, especially those assigned to headquarters commands with program oversight, are expected to identify, and recommend innovative equipment for front-line personnel that improve the employee’s safety and productivity. Technology solutions should improve front-line employee efficiencies and safety. Executive Management and Top Management are committed to considering equipment improvements that are in line with the Department’s mission and values.

Question 7

Education and Development.

Answer 7

Development.
Employees are encouraged to seek out additional educational and specialized training opportunities to enhance their personal knowledge and expertise. Commanders are expected to support employees in their efforts for personal development and continued education

Question 8

Mental and Physical Resiliency.

Answer 8

Employees’ mental and physical health is a priority for the Department. Commanders are expected to identify local needs and utilize available resources, both departmental and local, to promote employee wellness.

Question 9

Internal Communication.

Answer 9

Executive and Top Management are committed to enhancing internal communication. Commanders at all levels are expected to share information frequently with subordinates and ensure appropriate information is being shared with all personnel.

Question 10

Recruitment.

Answer 10

Every employee is a recruiter. Under the direction of the commander, each command shall develop an area/section recruitment plan. As part of the recruitment plan, commanders are expected to personally participate in a monthly local recruitment effort.