Resource Management Division

Commanding Officer: Captain J.R. Flynt

The Resource Management Division's (RMD) primary function is to manage and advise on the use of the department’s human resources and equipment. This section is responsible for several ongoing evaluation programs, as well as research into policies, products and techniques to improve departmental efficiency and innovation. The evaluation programs include compliance with the national accreditation program through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and Staff Inspections' process of inspections and audits of departmental functions, equipment, policies, procedures and personnel. 

RMD is comprised of Fiscal Management, Logistics, and Personnel Management. The mission of RMD is to coordinate and manage the department's assets to best assist and support other divisions goals of accomplishing the department's work plan. This division serves as the primary liaison between the Police Department and other City departments for personnel issues, fiscal matters and management of the department's fleet. RMD is also responsible for managing Fitness for Duty Evaluations and the department's grievance process, as well as developing several publications.

- Research and Planning

This section is responsible for several on-going evaluation programs as well as research into policy, products and techniques to improve efficiency and assist with innovation in the police department. The evaluation programs include compliance with the national accreditation program through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and Staff Inspections' process of inspections and audits of departmental functions, equipment, policies, procedures and personnel. This section also coordinates and assists with special projects throughout the department.

On November 9, 1986, the Greensboro Police Department became the first law enforcement agency in North Carolina to be accredited. This award was the result of more than 18 months of work. The process of self-examination by independent assessors served to strengthen all areas of the department and placed it in the forefront of police professionalism.

For the eighth time since undergoing the process to achieve recognition for professional excellence, the Greensboro Police Department in November 2011 was awarded accreditation from CALEA. During the annual CALEA conference, the department received the commission’s Meritorious Accreditation for 15 or more years of accredited service

- Fiscal Management

The Fiscal Management Section is responsible for developing and managing the department's budget and serving as point of contact for other City departments concerning all fiscal matters. This section manages all contracts with outside vendors, the department's grant program, and the Federal Forfeiture Program by accounting for assets seized as a result of criminal behavior and turned over to the department by court order.

- Grants

Grant administration falls under the umbrella of the Fiscal Management Section and encompasses the development, administration and monitoring of all department grants. The Grants Analyst assists in the preparation of grant applications, obtains the necessary legal and financial concurrences, and submits applications based on approval from the Chief of Police. Upon receipt of a grant, the Fiscal Management Section provides oversight throughout the funding cycle.

- Logistics and Fleet

The RMD provides for the uniform and equipment needs of agency personnel. This entails the warehousing, distribution, and inventorying of departmental assets, as well as capital control and surplus activities. The Division coordinates with the City's Equipment Services and Technical Services divisions to support its fleet and technical equipment needs. Specifically, the Logistics Section of the RMD functions as a full-service equipment depot to support the operational needs of the agency. Contact the Logistics Section at 336-373-2368, or for more information, contact Sgt. W.B. Barham. 

- Personnel Management

The RMD is responsible for coordinating all activities associated with the function of Human Resource Management. This includes coordination of the employment process for all positions within the agency, the development of hiring practices that support employment of a workforce that represents the community, and the application of all personnel policies. The RMD coordinates worker compensation claims, leave maintenance procedures, compensation matters, and benefits issues. Contact the Personnel Management Section at 336-373-2460.

Management Assistant Police Chief: Asst. Chief C.M. Schultheis

Budget: Stephanie Moore

Training Division

Commanding Officer: Captain A. Brown

The Training Division works to improve the Greensboro Police Department and its employees through the effective use of training, professional enhancement, research into new technologies and tactics, membership in progressive police associations, and a commitment to instilling the “lifelong learning” process of development. The ultimate goal of the Training Division is to develop and edify new police practices and technologies capable of providing professional police services in the 21st century.

- Recruiting: Police Academy

This Division is responsible for the development, delivery, and evaluation of the Police Academy, which provides training for all new police recruits. This intensive program provides both basic and advanced law enforcement training to new police trainees. It emphasizes the core values of evidence-based police training, critical-decision making, and leadership development, as well as instills in recruits the long-standing traditions of the GPD. The Division also coordinates all post-academy field training through the Police Training Officer (PTO) program, followed by advanced academy training.

- Advanced Training Programs

These Training Programs are responsible for enhancing and fine-tuning the policing skills of veteran officers to help them maintain their knowledge of cutting-edge police tactics and procedures, as well as develop them for specialized positions within the agency. These training needs are met through quarterly in-service training, selection to attend outside school assignments, certifications, and the on-going Specialized Training Enhancement Program (STEP), which includes Advanced Patrol Officer Program, Narcotics Investigations, Traffic Safety, Criminal Investigations, Street Level Investigations, and Supervisor Development. Officers completing the STEP obtain advanced techniques in their area of interest and are better prepared to apply for specific units within the agency.

Peer Support Team

The goal of the Peer Support Team is to provide all employees with an opportunity for support during times of personal or professional crisis. The Peer Support Team is a personnel-based support activity and is administered by the Commanding Officer in the Resource Management Division.

The structure of the Peer Support Team is based on internal criteria rather than individual rank or job title. One of the most important responsibilities of a team member is the promotion of trust, anonymity, and confidentiality for employees who seek the assistance of the Peer Support Team.

Communication between a Peer Support Team member and an employee is considered privileged by the department, with the exception of those matters involving violations of the law or departmental misconduct.

Clinical matters concerning the Peer Support Team are directed to the program psychologist who maintains a working relationship with team members. The Peer Support Team remains under the auspices of the Training Division.

Honor Guard Team

The Honor Guard Team is comprised of officers that provide military honors in the event of the death of a sworn active or retired officer.  Those honors can include serving as pall-bearers, the posting of guard at the officers’ casket, the folding and or presentation of the flag and a 21-gun salute if requested.  The Honor Guard Team also attends memorial services of officers that have died in the Line of Duty, across the state.  Lastly the Honor Guard Team does the Presentation of Colors for such events as the Promotion ceremonies, the Police Academy Graduations and the Police/Citizens Awards Banquet, to name a few.

Office of Community Engagement

The Office of Community Engagement is a division of the Greensboro Police Department that exists to build and foster positive police-community relations through communications, programs, partnerships, and volunteer opportunities. We believe by creating strong relationships and working together, our residents and law enforcement officers can establish a better foundation of trust, help to proactively address public safety concerns.