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Interim Chief Of Police Tobe Green		Kendra Hazel, Assistant to the Chief of Police 280-1210
This division is responsible for handling most of the administrative and support duties for the department. Included in this division are the Training Section, the Records Department, and Information Systems, This division is also responsible for training, handling the department budget and purchase requests; applying for law enforcement grants; ensuring compliance with all grant stipulations; and overseeing all of the offices and functions outlined below.
Training - Lt. Greg Post 280-1214	Training - Sgt. Keith Jenkins 280-1233
This section, operated by Lieutenant Greg Post with the assistance of Sergeant Keith Jenkins, provides members of the department with in-service training through a program that is recognized as a standard of excellence throughout the state. Together they ensure that all employees receive the required training for their job assignment. All officers in the state of Georgia are required to complete yearly training in order to maintain peace officer certification. The Brunswick Police Department is committed to providing officers with state of the art training in all areas of law enforcement and communication. One of the tools used to accomplish this is the FATS system, a highly advanced computerized system that helps officers prepare for the many scenarios they may encounter and aids them in the development of "shoot or don't shoot" skills. These two officers are also responsible for the in-depth training of new recruits before they are released to a Field Training Officer (FTO) in the Patrol section for evaluation and further development of street skills. New recruits are required to ride with their FTO until they have mastered all the skills required to perform patrol duties.
Internal Affairs - Sgt. Russell Berger 280-6962
Monitors and ensures the integrity of officers and staff. Investigates citizen complaints.
Planning and Research Specialist / Weed & Seed Coordinator Monica Hardin 280-6981
Responsible for coordinating the Weed & Seed Program for the City of Brunswick. Performs and assists in the development of projects as directed by the Chief of Police. Researches grant sources and writes/delivers grant applications. Monitors and administers grant funded programs. Makes presentations at public forums and agency meetings related to grants. Serves as a resource in law enforcement planning and research matters.
Accreditation/Certification Manager Chaplain Program Coordinator Katrina Patterson 280-1998, Ext. 6974
Responsible for applying for accreditation as well as ensuring that the department maintains required standards. Responsible for compliance with the state certification standards as designated by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. Certification is a proven method of helping law enforcement agencies determine their current level of overall performance and to improve upon it. Certification status represents a significant professional achievement and acknowledges that a department has successfully implemented sound and effective policies and procedures. Coordinates the Brunswick Police Department's Chaplain Program and provides clerical and other support to its members.
Recruiting Officer Ofc. Alex Robinson 280-6963
Accepts and processes all applications for employment. Conducts background checks on all applicants and administers testing. Coordinates with Police Academy to ensure proper training of all new recruits.
Evidence Department Ofc. Marsha Myers 267-5559, Ext. 1220
The evidence section is responsible for returning items to property owners when possible, maintaining detailed records of stored evidence, and disposing of or destroying evidence when ordered by the court. As the department can easily acquire thousands of pieces of evidence in a year, this is an extremely essential job. Officer Myers also assists in Municipal Court security when needed and supervises community service workers.
Records Department 267-5559
The initial point of contact with the department for many citizens, this section not only furnishes copies of accident or incident reports, but is also the section which handles employment background checks. Incident or accident reports may be obtained in person from the Records Department Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. The cost is twenty-five cents per page. Fingerprinting services are provided for the public on Wednesdays and Thursdays between the hours of 9-11 am and 2-4 pm for a cost of $5.00 per set of two cards.
Code Enforcement Specialist Leon Davis 267-5583
Processes and investigates all new and renewal applications for alcoholic beverage licenses, adult entertainment applicants, taxicab permits and taxicab driver permits. Processes all City Rotational Wrecker List applications. Serves as City Dockmaster: oversees the City of Brunswick docks, collecting docking fees and ensuring all regulations governing the use of the docks are met. Works closely with the City of Brunswick license department to ensure each business operating within the city limits obtains an occupational tax license. Investigates illegal trash dumping on City of Brunswick property and right-of-ways. Assists with prosecution of offenders. Provides administrative and security assistance to Municipal Court.
Animal Control Services AC Officer Mickey Senior 554-7500
Patrols the city enforcing the city ordinances and state laws pertaining to the regulation and control of dogs, cats and other animals. Make every effort to locate and notify owners of animals picked up. Assists with all duties necessary to run the Animal Control Center on Highway 17. Maintains the Animal Control website with information and pictures of animals up for adoption.
Information Systems
Information Systems encompasses the installation, maintenance and use of all of the department's computer hardware, software and communications systems. The Brunswick Police Department is connected to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) computer network system, as well as the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) network, which enables officers to verify vehicle registration and drivers license information, check for wanted persons, and check stolen property and vehicles. Officers also make use of highly specialized law enforcement software (such as traffic accident reporting software, imaging programs, and facial reconstruction and identification software) to assist them in their duties.

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