CHIEF OF POLICE
The Chief of Police is the highest-ranking officer in the Police Department. He is responsible for providing the overall leadership and management of the Police Department. The Chief of Police ensures the highest level of professionalism of police service which is responsive to the concerns and expectations of the community. He is also responsible for the management functions of controlling, planning, organizing, supervising, and staffing for the department. Melvin D. Standley is the Chief of Police for the Miramar Police Department.
Responsibilities of the Chief of Police
The Chief of Police directs, plans, and coordinates the enforcement of the penal divisions of the City Charter, the ordinances of the City, and the laws of the state and nation for the purpose of protecting persons and property and for the preservation of the peace of the community. The Chief of Police is responsible for testifying before the Mayor and the City Commissioners, the state and national legislative bodies on law enforcement matters of importance to the City of Miramar, as well as proposing new or amending existing legislation which could have an impact on law enforcement.
During a state of emergency, such as a natural disaster in the city, the Chief of Police, along with other city leaders, assumes a leadership role in planning, coordinating and directing all activities aimed at returning conditions to normal. The Chief of Police has jurisdiction within the City of Miramar and command authority over 183 sworn officers, 46 civilian employees, and 14 code compliance personnel. The Chief administers an annual budget of $28 million.
The Chief of Police has the responsibility and authority for the management direction and control of the operations and administration of the department and to provide efficient and effective police service to the citizens of Miramar. The Chief also formulates the plans and policies of all departmental operations, including fiscal management.
The Office of the Chief of Police contains organizational assets responsible for Public Affairs , Internal Affairs , Grants and Research , and Crime Analysis .
The department is organized under the Office of the Chief of Police into three operational bureaus: Community Oriented Policing Bureau, Special Operations Bureau, and Support Services Bureau.
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Chief Melvin D. Standley
Chief of Police
Chief Melvin D. Standley
3064 N. Commerce Pkwy
Miramar , FL 33025
(954) 602-4400
Chief Keith F. Dunn
Assistant Chief of Police
Assistant Chief Keith F. Dunn
3064 N. Commerce Pkwy
Miramar , FL 33025
(954) 602-4400
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