Profession police inspector

Police inspectors plan, organise, supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

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Tasks police inspector

• Plan and organise the resources and activities for general policing for an area or functional unit.
• Liaise with senior officers to determine staff, financial and other needs.
• Direct and coordinate the detection, prevention and investigation of crime, offering guidance and expertise, and ensuring that procedures are conducted in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Direct collection, preparation and handling of evidence, conduct raids and order detention of witnesses and suspects for questioning.
• Establish contacts and sources of information concerning crimes planned or committed.
• Prepare the documentation required for lawsuits and cooperate with prosecutors.
• Control, monitor and evaluate the work of subordinate officers, and authorise promotions and transfers.
• Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work, and train staff in proper police work procedures.
• Investigate and resolve personnel problems within the organisation and charges of misconduct against staff.
• Maintain logs, prepare reports, direct the preparation, handling and maintenance of departmental records, and manage unit's other administrative tasks.
• Develop, implement and revise departmental policies and procedures.

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