The person in charge of a police station is typically known as the police chief or station commander, depending on the size and structure of the police department[3][7]. In smaller departments, the police chief is the top authority overseeing all operations, while larger departments may have more hierarchical positions such as commander, captain, or superintendent managing smaller units or divisions within the station[2][4].
The typical chain of command is:
- Chief of Police: Responsible for the overall administration and operations of the department[3][7].
- Commanders or Captains: May oversee specific units, divisions, or geographic areas, and may be directly in charge of the activities within a station[3][1].
- Sergeants and Lieutenants: Supervisory officers who manage patrol officers and day-to-day tasks, but typically do not have ultimate command over the whole station[6].
In the absence of higher-ranked personnel, roles such as commander or captain may assume responsibility for the station[1][5].
References
- [1] Police Commander Department
- [2] Police Services Organizational Structure – How to Create One
- [3] Police Ranks in Order | U.S. Chain of Command Explained
- [4] The Divisions and Structure of the Police Department – Temple Terrace
- [5] Police Commander – Job Description
- [6] Police ranks of the United States – Wikipedia
- [7] Police Ranks: Breaking Down 8 Different Law Enforcement Positions
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