Fort Wayne Police Department Structure

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Who is designated as the Chief Executive Officer of the Fort Wayne Police Department?

The Co-Director of Public Safety (Officers) (correct)

The President of the Board of Public Safety

The Deputy Chief of Police

The Chief of Police

What happens if the Chief of Police is unable to fulfill their duties?

The governing body elects a new Chief.

The Deputy Chief of Police takes over. (correct)

The Assistant Chief steps in as acting Chief.

The Mayor of Fort Wayne assumes the role.

In the event of an emergency, who has control of the Fort Wayne Police Department?

The police chief, subordinate to the city executive (correct)

The Board of Public Safety

The Mayor of the City of Fort Wayne

The Chief of Police only

Who is the governing body for the Fort Wayne Police Department?

The Board of Public Safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the senior ranking officer present at a police action scene?

Assume overall responsibility for the scene Signup and view all the answers

If none of the top six ranking officers is available, who assumes command?

The designated Shift Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Monthly reports submitted to the Board of Public Safety?

To document all discipline administered to agency personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What must all officers of the department do in relation to orders given by their superiors?

Obey orders from the Chief, Commanding Officers, or Supervisory Officers Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing the annual report for the Chief of Police?

A designated individual by the Asst./Chief. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Co-Director of Public Safety play within the Fort Wayne Police Department?

Acting Chief Executive Officer Signup and view all the answers

What information is contained in the Weekly Sick Report?

Individuals who called in sick or reported injuries. Signup and view all the answers

How frequently is the Investigative/Support Division Expenditure Report prepared?

Monthly. Signup and view all the answers

Which division is responsible for producing statistical and activity reports on a monthly basis?

The Investigative/Support Division. Signup and view all the answers

What type of report details all activity, case complaints, and related statistics for the previous year?

Annual Report. Signup and view all the answers

Who receives the Overtime Accumulation Report on a weekly basis?

The Chief and Assistant Chief of Police. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Crime Analysis Unit regarding the Investigative/Support Division Statistical Report?

They prepare it jointly on a monthly basis. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition are Commanding/Supervisory Officers held accountable for the actions of their subordinates?

If the officers are not properly supervised. Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer do when given a conflicting order from a second commanding officer?

Immediately inform the second commanding officer of the first order. Signup and view all the answers

How often should the Chief of Police meet with the executive command staff?

Weekly. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the senior ranking officer present at a police action scene?

To take overall control of the situation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of staff meetings within the agency?

To maintain communication among officers. Signup and view all the answers

How frequently should regular staff meetings occur for supervisory officers?

Weekly. Signup and view all the answers

What does the directive say about communication between officers of different divisions?

Information passing is allowed unless explicitly forbidden. Signup and view all the answers

What role do Crime Analysis bulletins play in the department?

They alert personnel of ongoing criminal activities. Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in the evaluation regarding previously stated goals and objectives?

An explanation for any unaccomplished goals and possible corrective actions Signup and view all the answers

Who has the responsibility of ensuring that recommendations made by department employees are communicated properly?

The supervisor in charge of the meeting Signup and view all the answers

What purpose do departmental goals and objectives serve in relation to the multi-year plan?

They serve as the basis for achieving strategic recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What is required of the Department's annual report regarding accessibility?

It should be made available to the entire department and the public Signup and view all the answers

What aspects should the multi-year plan encompass according to the provided guidelines?

Goals, anticipated workloads, personnel levels, and capital needs Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for generating the Investigative/Support Division Annual Report?

Crime Analysis Unit Signup and view all the answers

What type of report is prepared by the Vice and Narcotics Section Secretary?

Vice and Narcotics Section Monthly Statistical Report Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the semi-annual analysis of operational activities prepared by the Records Section supervisor?

Time and date of occurrences Signup and view all the answers

Which division is responsible for the preparation and distribution of the Uniform Division Annual Report?

Uniform Division Signup and view all the answers

Who prepares the Vice and Narcotics Section Monthly Expenditure Report?

Division Captain or Lieutenant Signup and view all the answers

What must every form adopted by the Department and each Division undergo?

Approval by the forms committee Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Crime Analysis Unit (CAU)?

To provide strategic operational planning Signup and view all the answers

Which report is presented to the Division Deputy Chief for distribution to the Chief of Police?

Vice and Narcotics Section Monthly Statistical Report Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be shared by all divisions in relation to criminal activities?

Information aiding in identification or apprehension of criminals Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining the department's centralized records system?

The Records Section Signup and view all the answers

What frequency of reports does the Chief's staff produce concerning formal complaints?

Weekly Signup and view all the answers

Which unit supports the Crime Analysis Unit in producing reports?

Records Section Signup and view all the answers

What type of report is the Crime Analysis Unit responsible for providing to the Chief of Police daily?

Significant occurrences of the previous day Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the listing compiled by the Deputy Chief of each Division?

Details of administrative reports produced or required Signup and view all the answers

What annual report is produced by each officer in charge of a unit?

Department's annual report Signup and view all the answers

Which section maintains its own cases and intelligence files independently?

Vice and Narcotics Section Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Management and Direction Policy (PD97-0105)

Purpose: Provides guidelines for direction, supervision, and management principles within the Fort Wayne Police Department.

Policy

The Fort Wayne Police Department operates within guidelines for chain of command, chief executive officer authority, supervisory accountability, and administrative reporting.

Direction

Chief Executive Officer: The Co-Director of Public Safety (Officers) will be the Chief Executive Officer. The acting Chief of Police will have exclusive control of the police department, subject to safety board rules, and in emergencies, is subordinate to the city executive.
Governing Body: The Board of Public Safety governs the Fort Wayne Police Department.
Succession of Command: In cases of incapacitation or unavailability of the Chief of Police, command succession follows this order: Chief of Police, Asst./Chief of Police, Deputy Chief of Police, Uniform Division Deputy Chiefs, Investigative/Support Deputy Chief, and Vice and Narcotics Commander.
Shift Commander Command: If none of the top six ranking officers are available, the designated Shift Commander will assume command.
Emergency Commander: In emergencies, the Mayor of Fort Wayne will name a temporary commanding officer from remaining police personnel if none of the six ranking officers are available.
Officer Responsibility: All officers are responsible to obey orders, directions, and instructions from either the Chief of Police, or a commanding/supervisory officer. This includes any lawful relayed order through another officer or employee.
Commanding/Supervisory Officer Accountability: Commanding/Supervisory officers are responsible for the actions or omissions of officers under their supervision if those actions/omissions are contrary to departmental policies; procedures; rules; regulations; or general orders, or could have been avoided through proper supervision.

Communication

Communication within the agency is primarily through staff meetings. The Chief meets with executive command staff and staff weekly. Commanding/Supervisory officers meet with their staff on a regularly scheduled basis. Daily bulletins (Hot Sheets) and Crime Analysis bulletins inform personnel of criminal activity. Information aiding criminal apprehension is encouraged across departments.

Records

The Records Section maintains cases, identification, and criminal history records, and the master index files.

Reports

Crime Analysis Unit Reports: The Chief will receive daily reports on significant occurrences from the Crime Analysis Unit, and monthly reports on activity during the previous month. The CAU also produces reports for daily, weekly, monthly, and annual crime analysis which also includes other related reports such as Intelligence Files and other reports needed by the Records section.
Monthly reports: Division and other unit reports are produced to encompass all division activities including but not limited to personnel and finances for a monthly report.
Annual reports: The Department will compile an annual report which outlines administrative reports required, the staff responsible for producing the reports, along with the purpose, frequency and distribution information for each report.

Other

Confidentiality: Weekly confidential reports are prepared for the Chief, Asst./Chief, and all Deputy Chiefs, detailing formal complaints received. Regular Monthly Reports will follow in the format of Administrative reports. In addition to weekly and monthly reports there are annual reports required that are similar in format required in the annual report for the department's Annual reports.
Affidavits for Probable Cause: The officers are required to complete and submit a properly executed and notarized Affidavit for Probable Cause when there is an arrest for an incarcerable offense.
Victim Assistance: The Fort Wayne Police Department maintains a Victim Assistance Office for referrals.
Goals and Objectives: Goals and objectives are set for each division; updated annually, Goals are what is desired to be accomplished and objectives describe the HOW each goal is met.
Multi-year plan: The Planning and Research Section is responsible for producing the multi-year plan, which includes goals, objectives, anticipated work loads, and trends.

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