Mission

Our over-arching goal is to reduce harm in Tempe. 

Core Values

• Honor:  We will be honorable in our principles, intentions, and actions.
• Integrity:  We value honest communication; our actions match our words.
• Loyalty:  We are committed to fellow employees and the community we serve.
• Dedication:  We are devoted to delivering effective, efficient police services.
  

Organization

The Office of the Chief is responsible for the administration and general supervision of all police operations. The Office of the Chief is charged with the coordination of all investigations and procedures; the provision of leadership, management, and administration; and the consistent building of strong and productive relationships with City departments and staff, residents, businesses, community groups, and the media.

• Executive Administrative Office
• Professional Standards Unit / Internal Affairs
• Media Relations Unit / Community Affairs
• Police Accreditation Program

The Field Operations Division is responsible for responding to police requests for service and performing preliminary investigative work at crimes scenes.  Patrol Squads conduct vehicle patrol and provide visibility, deterrence, and timely response to neighborhoods, as well as work with the community to address public safety concerns. 

• North Patrol (Broadway Road and north)
• South Patrol (Broadway Road and South)
• Traffic Section
• Bikes Squads / Downtown Mill Avenue
• Mounted Unit
• K9 Unit
• Threat Mitigation Unit
• Crime Prevention / Office of Community Policing
• Special Events, Licensing, and Off Duty

The Investigations Division comprises of the Criminal Investigations Bureau and the Police Analytics Bureau. The Criminal Investigations Bureau is tasked with investigating NIBRS-classified crimes, combating narcotics and human trafficking, and targeting violent and career criminals through intelligence-led policing and data analysis.  The Police Analytics Bureau includes consists of the Crime Analysis Intelligence Center, which supplies crucial data and intelligence for crime reduction; Forensic Services, which handles crime scene and evidence processing; Technical Services, which supports the department’s technology infrastructure; and the Real-Time Operations Center, which offers real-time monitoring and coordination to enhance public safety and emergency response. Together, these bureaus ensure a comprehensive approach to crime investigation and public safety.

• Major Crimes Section
• Violent Crimes Section
• Anti-Crimes Section
• Crime Analysis and Intelligence Center
• Forensic Services
• Technical Services (Technology)
• Real-Time Operations Center

The Support Services Division is responsible for answering all incoming calls for service and providing 24-hour dispatch services through the emergency call center, maintaining a full police records management system, administering the department's operating and capital improvement budgets, providing oversight of the property & evidence facility, and managing the detention facility.  Additionally, the Support Services Division is responsible for the recruiting, hiring, and training function.

• Communications Bureau
• Records Section
• Office of Management, Budget, and Research (OMBR)
• Property & Evidence
• Detention Facility
• Recruiting and Hiring
• Training
• Wellness Program