The Davenport Police Department has an authorized strength of 165 Police Officers and 25 civilian employees. The Department handles over 140,000 calls for service annually and has an advanced computer dispatch system, integrated in-car computers and an enhanced 911 service, supported by an outstanding, professional and dedicated group of men and women.

 

The Davenport Police Department is also very proud to state that the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) awarded the Davenport Police Department accreditation status in July, 2003 and two subsequent reaccreditations in 2006 and 2010. The national accreditation process included an examination of all aspects of the Department's policies, procedures, management, operations and support services.

About CALEA

The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc., (CALEA^®) was created in 1979 as a credentialing authority through the joint efforts of law enforcement's major executive associations:

International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP);

National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE);

National Sheriffs' Association (NSA); and the

Police Executive Research Forum (PERF).

The purpose of CALEA's Accreditation Programs is to improve the delivery of public safety services, primarily by: maintaining a body of standards, developed by public safety practitioners, covering a wide range of up-to-date public safety initiatives; establishing and administering an accreditation process; and recognizing professional excellence. For more information go to http://www.calea.org/.

As you view our web site, please keep in mind the Davenport Police Department also has a number of excellent career opportunities in the field of law enforcement and public safety. If you are interested in joining a professional, hardworking service organization that can provide you with contemporary challenges in a law enforcement career, please see our Career Opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you.