Changes in police agency management with the advent of terrorism.
The management in police organization has experienced significant changes since the onset of terrorism. The changes are meant to strengthen national security and prevent other attacks. One of the significant changes is the convergence of police departments and federal agencies. The latter provides analyzed information making it easy for law enforcement to intercept planned terrorist attacks. Besides, police departments such as the New York Police Department have switched from exclusively dealing with criminal charging and are now involved in preventing terrorist attacks. There have also been seminars and training programs for police officers to equip them with tactics to counter terrorist attacks.
Additionally, the police agency has included the community as the forefront defense team against terrorism. They have sensitized citizens to report any possible attack. Moreover, cops have increased their patrols around borders and social places.
Administrative responsibilities of a police agency.
Police agencies have several responsibilities that include;
Planning- this involves setting goals and laying methods to apply to achieve them.
Organizing the department in terms of specialization of duties, the chain of command, and how different units are synchronized.
Staffing. This includes police officers’ recruitment, their placement in various locations, and advancement in different ranks.
Directing. The head of the agency gives orders to staff on policies and assigns specific duties.
Coordinating. This involves different units working together to achieve a common goal.
Reporting. It involves the use of verbal or written means to convey information considering operations.
Budgeting. It includes financial planning and ensuring that the department has all the resources required to execute an objective.