SASD Structure
Posted: Sat Feb 03, 2024 8:37 pm
STATE OF SAN ANDREAS
SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
AGENCY STRUCTURE
EXECUTIVE STAFF:
Sheriff
The Sheriff is the highest ranking officer in the chain of the San Andreas Sheriff's Department (SASD). They oversee the whole department, make strategic decisions, and ensure that law enforcement operations are effective as well as efficient. Sheriff is a critical problem solver, dealing with any challenges that may arise during operations and coordinating with local and state law enforcement agencies. This collaborative effort is critical for fostering strong partnerships and ensuring a consistent approach to public safety and the rule of law.
Undersheriff
The Undersheriff is the second-in-command. They assist in handling day-to-day operations, advise lower-level officers, and fill in when the Sheriff is inactive.
Assistant Sheriff
Assistant Sheriffs oversee specific bureaus within the SASD. They oversee policy development and implementation within their respective divisions, ensuring that operations run smoothly.
Command Advisor
Command Advisors are high-ranking officers with vast law enforcement experience, that provide expertise and purposeful administrative service for the Department. They are respected for their distinguished service. Command Advisors are appointed only by Sheriff.
COMMAND STAFF
Commander
Commander is the highest ranking officer within Command Staff, they are responsible for guiding lower members of the Command Staff and overseeing the section of the Department that they are responsible of. They manage teams and resources, connect operations, and report directly to the Assistant Sheriff for their respective jurisdiction.
Captain
Captains manage large sections of the department, such as precincts or bureaus. They are responsible for ensuring that officers are properly equipped, trained, and adhere to departmental policies. Captains report directly to the Commander. Captain is mainly tasked with the mission of being more focused on administrative duties, ensuring that the members are active, performing tasks successfully. Captains should play a vital role in connecting Supervisory Staff and Command Staff for collaborative effort.
SUPERVISORY STAFF
Lieutenant
Lieutenants are mid-level managers, supervising specific shifts or units, responsible for implementing policies and ensuring overall team performance. Their duties are primarily tied up with field work and divisional responsibilities. Lieutenants are to act as a bridge between upper management and line-level deputies.
Staff Sergeant:
Staff Sergeants are experienced officers, that have proven themselves capable of leading an unit within a Bureau. Staff Sergeants play a prominent role in maintaining order, ensuring the professional development of deputies, and contributing to the overall success of the San Andreas Sheriff's Department.
Sergeant:
Sergeants are supervisors who oversee deputies' daily activities. They offer advice, assign tasks, and handle any problems that arise during their shifts. Sergeants' direct tasks include providing trainings for the newcomers within SASD.
FIELD STAFF
Deputy Sheriff
This position includes a few steps within itself. Deputy Sheriff (Bonus I) is a person that has passed their training and probationary period and is now a full member of the Department and Field Staff. Deputy Sheriff (Bonus II) is an employee, who has gained significant experience during their service and have acted as supervisors within certain bodies of the Department. Deputy Sheriff (Master FTO) is an experienced officer, who mentor and train new recruits. They are to ensure that Probationary Deputies learn and apply the knowledge properly during their Probationary period.
TRAINEE STAFF
Probationary Deputy Sheriff
Probationary Deputies are newly hired officers who receive detailed practical training. They mainly perform duties under the watch of FTOs to learn and apply the skills required. They are not part of Field Staff yet.
Trainee Deputy Sheriff
Trainees are individuals in the initial stage of the hiring process, undergoing basic training. They learn fundamental skills and pass through according procedures before becoming Probationary Sheriffs. Trainees are not part of Field Staff.
