The Chief of Police is an appointed member of the municipal management team reporting directly to the City Manager. The Chief of Police is charged with the overall management responsibility for the Department.

The Deputy Chief of Police is an appointed administrative position reporting directly to the Chief of Police. The Deputy Chief of Police directly manages the Department, exercising delegated powers in the stead of the Chief of Police when necessary.

Commanders are appointed by the Chief of Police. They report directly to the Deputy Chief of Police. Commanders are charged with the overall leadership, supervision and administration of all assigned personnel, and are responsible for the total performance of duties and activities of the subordinates. Commanders also control, plan and direct subordinates work assignments to obtain maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Sergeants are supervisory Civil Service positions reporting directly to the Commander. Sergeants direct operational personnel in their duties and act as the Watch or Bureau Commander in the absence of the Commander.

Police Officers are Civil Service sworn positions under the immediate direct supervision of the Sergeant. Police Officers are operational level personnel which provide direct delivery of services to the community.