Port Jefferson Police Department

John B. Puckett Chief Of Police

"To Protect And Serve"

Mission Statement:

We, the men and women of the Port Jefferson Police Department, in partnership with the community, are committed to the prevention of crime and the protection of life and property. We will be proactive in promoting, preserving, and maintaining a feeling of safety and security to all citizens and visitors. We will maintain the public's trust by holding ourselves to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism in the delivery of law enforcement services. We will provide a quality work environment and continually strive to develop each employee through effective training and leadership.

Values Statement:

We, the men and women of the Port Jefferson Police Department, hold these values and principles to be of the utmost importance:

Professionalism:

We will conduct ourselves, both on-duty and off-duty, in a manner that reflects favorably on the Village and Police Department. We will take pride in our appearance and demeanor. We will hold ourselves to a higher standard and will not allow friendships, prejudices, or animosities to influence our decision-making when providing law enforcement services. We will continually strive for excellence through training, education, and innovation.

Integrity:

We will be guided by the principles of honesty and integrity in our daily lives. We will constantly strive to maintain the public's trust through honesty and integrity in both words and actions.

Respect:

We will respect all people and treat them with the dignity they deserve. This includes the protection of individual rights and upholding the laws and ordinances of the Unites States of America, the State of Ohio, and the Village of Port Jefferson.

Compassion:

We will conduct all citizen contacts with courtesy and compassion. We will be sensitive to the needs of others and possess empathy in dealing with individuals in their time of need.

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