A professional who directs and coordinates activities of municipal police patrol force. Respnsibilities include:

• Conducts roll call of subordinates.
• Relays orders and messages from superior.
• Inspects police logbooks to ascertain that information is recorded in conformance with regulations.
• Assists subordinates in performance of duties.
• Records information identifying arrested suspect in logbook and advises prisoner of charges.
• Sets bail for prisoners held on nonfelony charges, following court prepared instructions.
• May perform inspection tours of police beats.