The department operates under the leadership of the Chief R. Sean Baldwin, who is responsible for its overall direction. The philosophy of the department is to use a community - partnership approach to make the City of Fort Pierce a safer, better place to live and work. The department is committed to protecting the community we serve and pledges to exhibit that commitment fairly, impartially, professionally, within the laws of the State of Florida and the City of Fort Pierce.
The police department is organized into five bureaus, consisting of Staff, Support Operations, Investigative Services, Neighborhood Policing District 1 and Neighborhood Policing District 2. Currently there are 105 sworn officers and 41 non-sworn civilian personnel.
Our goal is to improve the quality of life of our citizens while working in a cooperative effort with all residents to resolve problems. Therefore, we are devoted to practicing the concepts of Problem Oriented Policing (POP), proactive law enforcement and crime-prevention.
We are committed to respect human dignity and to a strong ethical code as custodians of law and order. The members of this organization are commanded to exercise the highest degree of public service in their daily contact with our citizens. The officers will also endeavor:
To maintain
a partnership with the citizens of Fort Pierce
in a common cause of superior service and
protection to our community.
To be vigilant
and courageous in our pursuit of justice.
To preserve,
defend the constitution and enforce the law
with compassion, resolve and strength of character.
To respect
human dignity and maintain the public trust
with truth and honesty.
To serve with
pride and commitment and to mirror that nobility
in our personal lives.
The
Fort Pierce Police Department strives to employ
individuals who reflect the community we serve.
