POLICE DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: The Tustin Police Department is committed to the community governance policing philosophy and endeavors to improve the quality of life for those who visit, live, and work in the City of Tustin.
POLICE MANAGEMENT
Police Management directs the daily operations of the Police Department, ensuring the fulfillment of the Department’s mission while preparing for future challenges. It provides leadership and strategic guidance across all functions of the Department, addresses citizen inquiries, and acts as the liaison to City, County, and State agencies. Police Management is also responsible for overseeing accreditation efforts and advancing initiatives that support operational excellence, organizational efficiency, and employee wellness. TASKS: Direct and manage budgetary operations, ensuring responsible fiscal stewardship and alignment with Department priorities Develop and implement initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and efficiency Participate in citywide management strategies, contributing to broader organizational goals and initiatives Provide oversight, guidance, and evaluation of staff projects, ensuring quality outcomes and accountability Foster collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners, strengthening interagency coordination Coordinate Police Department operations with other City departments, promoting alignment and effective service delivery Anticipate future needs and develop strategic plans to address operational, staffing, and resource requirements Oversee daily operations with an emphasis on employee safety, wellness, and productivity, ensuring a high- performing and supportive work environment 2025-2026 ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Advanced the Department’s transition from CALEA to POST accreditation by partnering with Cal Chiefs and completing foundational planning, positioning the organization to begin the formal accreditation process in early 2026 Implemented Lexipol as the Department’s primary policy platform, enhancing compliance with current law, streamlining policy management, and improving organizational consistency Advanced the restructuring of sworn positions through targeted modifications that improved span of control and workflow efficiency, with continued enhancements planned for 2026–2027 Successfully secured funding for an Incident Command Vehicle, establishing the foundation to enhance field operations and incident management capabilities upon procurement Led the evaluation and selection of a new CAD/RMS vendor, advancing the Department’s transition toward a modernized and more effective records and dispatch system Completed upgrades to the Patrol Equipment Room, improving organization, functionality, and overall operational readiness for field personnel Advanced the upgrade of the Department conference room by enhancing technology and communications infrastructure, with additional improvements in progress to support its function as a Department Operations Center (DOC) Made substantial progress toward transitioning to a direct CommSys connection, positioning the Department to improve CAD system reliability and efficiency upon full implementation Successfully secured funding for additional patrol vehicles, positioning the Department to expand its fleet in support of increased staffing and operational demands Deployed Axon Body-Worn Cameras Department-wide, strengthening transparency, accountability, and evidence collection capabilities
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