The Patrol Division

The Patrol Division is the most highly visible section of the Police Department.  Uniformed Patrol, which includes traffic enforcement, the Reserve Unit, and Community Service Officers respond to calls for service and represent the police department in their daily contact with the citizens of Clovis.  They also deal effectively and appropriately with the criminals they apprehend.  Neighborhood Corporals work closely with business and property owners to resolve any problems within the community.  The Police Chaplain Program assists our department and victims of crime during traumatic events or at times of grief.  The Patrol Division's effective and proactive approach toward eliminating criminal activity and protecting its citizens has helped create a safe community for the citizens of Clovis.

Department Staffing

Currently staffing the Clovis Police department are 150 full-time employees, of which 101 are sworn officers. High morale and fair and equitable wages and benefits make for little turn-over in employment in the department, although there is never a shortage of people eager to join our force. 

In addition to the fulltime officers, there is a 19-person reserve program. Citizens representing a wide variety of occupations volunteer for the reserve, including physicians, teachers and military personnel. Reservists are required to be trained by the state and devote a minimum of 10 hours of service monthly. They help extend the reach of the fulltime officers and in addition to walking patrols, are in squad cars, on motorcycles, and on horse and bicycle patrols.
 
Education and Training

Frequent education and training keep Clovis police officers sharp and ready for the challenges of their work.  Training and education topics range from social and police issues to practical training matters, such as firearms and first aid and training for being a first responder, community policing, terrorism and dealing with domestic violence to name just a few.