Chief of Police

This position has managerial responsibility for the administration of the department budget and
supervision of all department staff. The Police Chief directs all law enforcement activities within Twisp
and oversees the functions of scheduling, patrol, traffic enforcement, code enforcement, co-response
resource development, emergency response planning and implementation, and internal training. The
Police Chief coordinates with other Town departments, other local jurisdictions, and state and federal
agencies on provisions of mutual aid, developing partnerships, resource sharing, emergency response,
provision of jail services for Town offenders, and crime investigations. In addition, the Police Chief
maintains effective communications regarding public safety with Twisp’s elected officials, the public,
the media, social service agencies, the court system, and other law enforcement agencies. The Police
Chief is also a commissioned officer responsible for regular patrols, response to call-outs, and crime
investigations. The Police Chief undertakes projects and accepts additional responsibilities relating to
public safety as directed by the Mayor.