Piedmont Police Administration
Captain John M. Hunt III is the Interim Chief of Police of the Piedmont Police Department
The Office of the Chief provides overall administration and management of the Police Department to ensure appropriate service levels to the community. Specific responsibilities include:
- Implementation and carrying out the policy and direction of the City Council and City Administrator.
- Providing the vision and direction for Department employees to enable and promote the enhanced quality of life in all of our neighborhoods and to always maintain a citizenry focus in the delivery of police services to the community.
- Appointment and retention of employees.
- Interacts with department union representatives and legal counsel.
- Preparation and administration of the budget.
- Maintenance of all personnel files and department records in accordance with city, state and federal requirements.
- Coordination with other departments and agencies in the delivery of services.
- Serves as the department representative to citizen groups, press relations, and professional organizations.
- Preparation of staff studies, and council reports.
- Investigation of all employee grievances and citizen complaints against the Department.
- Maintenance of the emphasis on community policing.
- Preparation of police clearance letters and concealed license permits.
