The Community Services Division, or uniformed patrol, is the "back-bone" or primary service delivery team of the police department. It comprises all of the uniformed police officers, detectives, crime analysis, community service officers, parking enforcement officers, K9 patrol officers and traffic/motorcycle officers.
The Community Services Division is divided into specialty areas to more effectively meet the needs of the community. They are as follows:
The Office of the Chief is responsible for the overall administration of the Police Department. Corvallis Police Chief Jason Harvey is the liaison for Municipal Court, State and Federal law enforcement; public and media relations; strategic planning; communication between the Department and the City Manager's Office, City Council, and community to ensure responsiveness to community priorities; and provides internal leadership and staff development.
Corvallis Parks and Recreation invites you to join with us to make a difference in our community! Click here to volunteer today! Please review our volunteer form here!
Urban Forestry is the planting, care and management of all trees and associated vegetation that make up the "forest" within a city. These activities are all part of the Urban Forestry Management Plan, which is overseen by the City's Urban Forester, the Parks Supervisor, and the Department Director.
The Corvallis Police Department maintains a police cadet unit comprised of citizen volunteers to enhance the police-community partnership and provide auxiliary resources in support of policing activities. The program is designed to provide an introduction to law enforcement to those interested in pursuing a career in this rewarding profession. Cadets who desire to continue in the law enforcement profession are encouraged to apply with the Department once they turn 21.
