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I would like to welcome everyone to the Stockton Police Department's debut in the use of social media. This is an exciting day; the use of social media is going to allow us the opportunity to interact more readily with the most valuable resource we have in fighting crime - that is you - the community we serve.
Thank You
Chief of Police
Eric Jones
Stockton Police Department
The Stockton Police Department was founded August 14, 1850. At the time, the city of Stockton, which was approximately 4.3 square miles, was protected by seventeen officers, including the Chief. San Joaquin County had a population of 3,647.
Today, Stockton has grown to 65 square miles and has a population of over 290,000. Over the years, the size and mission of the Stockton Police Department has grown, as well. The Stockton Police Department, led by Chief Eric Jones, protects and serves the citizens of the 13th largest city in California with the following deployment:
1 Chief of Police
2 Deputy Chiefs of Police
4 Police Captains
15 Police Lieutenants
43 Police Sergeants
253 Police Officers
44 Police Telecommunicators
146 Civilian Personnel
127 Volunteers
MISSION STATEMENT
"To work in partnership with our community, to build and maintain relationships founded on trust and mutual respect, while reducing crime and improving the quality of life."
VALUES AND ETHICS:
INTEGRITY is the foundation of our profession. It is being honest, open, and fair in our dealings with others. It is being responsible for our actions, willing to admit mistakes, and ensuring that our behavior builds credibility. It is being unbiased, respecting individual, as well as community diversity while maintaining public trust.
PROFESSIONALISM is the manner in which we provide our services. It is having a clear sense of purpose, commitment, and direction in serving our community. It is continuing to educate and evaluate ourselves and the organization to better meet the challenges facing the city. It is taking pride in ourselves, our department, our community, and the services we provide. It is conducting ourselves in a manner reflecting a positive image to the community.
SENSITIVITY is the quality we bring to our interactions with others. It is being responsive to individuals in a caring, helpful, and understanding manner. It is being approachable, listening, and learning, in order to make sound judgments.
COOPERATION is using our combined resources to provide services. It is communicating and cooperating with each other to accomplish our goals. It is using our collective knowledge and abilities to fulfill our objectives. It is encouraging ideas and participation from all sources.
INNOVATION is the key to our future. It is planning ahead and pursuing innovative approaches to solve problems. It is learning from our experiences and adapting to change. It is being enthusiastic and motivated, approaching our work with a sense of enjoyment and excitement.
If you are looking for more information about the Stockton Police Department, please visit www.stocktongov.com/police