Rank Structure
| Rank | Insignia |
|---|---|
| Chief | |
| Major | |
| Captain | |
| Lieutenant | |
| Sergeant | |
| Corporal | |
| Police Officer First Class | |
| Police Officer | |
| Trainee |
The Chief of Police is appointed by, and reports to, the Mayor. All other police positions are promotional and based on seniority, as mandated by state civil service law.
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