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Police Department > Divisions

Administration

The Administration Division provides planning, develops policies, organizes and directs the overall successful operation of the Police Department.

One Deputy Chief supports the Chief with the police operations of the Department and assists in developing policies and procedures.

One Support and Professional Services Manager supports the Chief with the administrative functions of the Department and assists in developing policies and procedures.

Supervisors

Currently five Sergeants oversee the function and maintenance of various units within the department while providing support for the community.

Operations Division

Patrol Unit

Officers assigned to this unit are first line responders to calls for service and perform general patrol-related duties. If you need assistance from an officer or to report a crime, you can call 911 from within Kitsap County or dial (360) 308-5400, 24 hours a day.

Detective Unit

The Detective Unit is responsible for secondary follow-up investigations of crimes ranging from homicides, sexual assault, and robberies to burglaries, identity thefts, and frauds.

 

Marine Unit

The State of Washington Parks Department has certified all of the officers assigned to marine patrol after passing a State Certified Boating Academy. Our coverage area consists of Liberty Bay, with extra patrols in the Keyport Marina and Agate Pass. Marine unit duties include enforcement of boating ordinances, investigation of boating accidents, identifying and/or removal of navigational hazards, and addressing vessel operation complaints and concerns.

DERELICT and/or ABANDONED VESSEL LISTING:   

The Poulsbo Police Department has identified and posted the below listed vessel(s) as abandoned and/or derelict.  Per RCW 79.100.030, the vessel will be transferred to the custody of the Poulsbo Police Department after the date posted for each vessel, if the vessel is not claimed by the owner and moved at least five miles from its current location (out of Liberty Bay) or removes it from the water.

VESSEL NAME REGISTRATION NUMBER DESCRIPTION DATE OF INTENT TO TAKE CUSTODY
JONQUIL 953850 1988 32-ft White Double Mast Sailboat 5/1/2025
       

 

 

Reserve Police Officer Unit

Poulsbo Police Reserve Officers perform uniformed patrol duties in support of the Poulsbo Police Department. The primary mission of this voluntary position is to augment the full-time police force. After completing required training and graduating from a Reserve Academy program approved by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, Reserve Officers are fully commissioned Police Officers consistent with Washington State Laws.

Administrative Services Division

The Administrative Services unit provides a variety of services to the public, commissioned officers, prosecutors, and other law enforcement agencies. Their tasks consist of maintaining accurate records, dissemination of public records, and all business operations in support of the police department.