Stockton Police Department - Mission Statement

To work in partnership with the people of Stockton to build a safe and secure community.

VALUES AND ETHICS:

INTEGRITY is the foundation of our profession.  It is being honest, open, and fair in our dealings with others.  It is being responsible for our actions, willing to admit mistakes, and ensuring that our behavior builds credibility.  It is being unbiased, respecting individual, as well as community diversity while maintaining public trust.

PROFESSIONALISM is the manner in which we provide our services.  It is having a clear sense of purpose, commitment, and direction in serving our community.  It is continuing to educate and evaluate ourselves and the organization to better meet the challenges facing the city.  It is taking pride in ourselves, our department, our community, and the services we provide.  It is conducting ourselves in a manner reflecting a positive image to the community.

SENSITIVITY is the quality we bring to our interactions with others.  It is being responsive to individuals in a caring, helpful, and understanding manner.  It is being approachable, listening, and learning, in order to make sound judgments.

COOPERATION is using our combined resources to provide services.  It is communicating and cooperating with each other to accomplish our goals.  It is using our collective knowledge and abilities to fulfill our objectives.  It is encouraging ideas and participation from all sources.

INNOVATION is the key to our future.  It is planning ahead and pursuing innovative approaches to solve problems.  It is learning from our experiences and adapting to change.  It is being enthusiastic and motivated, approaching our work with a sense of enjoyment and excitement.