The "Officer in Charge" – Mansfield PD

Course Facts

• Instructor: Superintendent Lanita Cullinane, Boston PD
• Date: September 24, 2026
• Location: Mansfield Police Department
• Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Price: $199.00 USD

Course Overview

The First Line Supervisor holds a vital role in police departments, and in many agencies, the senior officer on duty assumes the "Officer in Charge" position. This individual manages shift personnel, provides essential supervisory direction, and serves as a key bridge between command leadership and street-level officers. This course combines lecture, hands-on demonstration, and interactive learning to equip officers stepping into this role with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their supervisory responsibilities.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The First Line Supervisor is one of the most important positions in any Police Department. In the absence of a formal supervisor, many Police Departments throughout the Country utilize the Senior Officer on shift as the "Officer in Charge". The OIC is responsible for directing personnel and providing supervisory oversight for their shift. They also serve as a critical communication link between the upper command staff and patrol officer. Through lecture, demonstration and class interaction, this course will assist the OIC as they develop in their roles and responsibilities as shift supervisor.

TOPICS INCLUDE

• Roles and Responsibilities of the "Officer in Charge"
• Transitioning from Patrol to "Officer in Charge"
• Accountability
• Liability
• Leadership
• Motivation
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Reviewing Reports
• Peer Support
• High Risk Low Frequency Policy Review