Welcome to Ozark
COMMAND STAFF
Administrative Services Bureau
Captain Jerome Niles
The Administrative Services Section is key in determining the allocation of resources and the focus of the Police Department through its Planning and Research Unit. All departmental policies flow from this unit, which is charged with forecasting trends and setting the department's strategic goals. In this respect, Planning and Research are the driving force of the Police Department, compiling valuable data that is deployed to better serve all the diverse neighborhoods of the City of Ozark.
Planning and Research include nine sub-units: Budgeting/Purchasing, License Compliance Officer, Payroll, Human Resources & Recruitment, Training, Crime Analysis, Grant Administration, Fleet Coordinator, and the Inspections Detail.
The Administrative Division of the Ozark Police Department is responsible for the processing of all reports that are documented by Police Officers. This office is responsible for all data entry regarding offense/incident reports, alarm reports, accident reports, informational reports, and other administrative functions. This office also handles all inquiries relating to insurance agencies relating to traffic crashes and other claims associated with reports documented by Officers.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
How to obtain a report copy:
Individuals needing a report copy may come to the business office or may have a copy mailed to them by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope along with a check or money order for the report amount (fees listed below) to:
Ozark Police Department
Attention: Records
275 North Union Avenue
Ozark, Alabama 36360
(334) 774-2644
Effective April 1, 2010, the price of report copies shall increase as listed below:
Accident Report: $10.00 per report
If requesting by mail, you must include a cashier's check or money order made payable to the Ozark Police Department
Offense/Incident Report: $7.00 per report
Local Criminal History Background Checks are available if requested. The fee for this service is $4.00
You should give the Business Office 24 hours following your report prior to making a request for a copy of the information.
Should an individual need to be fingerprinted regarding background checks, this service is made available by appearing in person at the Business Office. The fee for fingerprint services is $4.00 per card.
(Fingerprinting available between the hours of 110 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday.)
Dog License: $3.00 per License
Michael Bryan,
Chief of Police
To the Citizens of Ozark and the Members of Our Organization
As your Chief of Police, I lead with clarity, accountability, and a relentless commitment to service. I recognize the trust you place in us and the responsibilities we bear to uphold the public’s safety, integrity, and dignity. In service to the people of Ozark and to every member of this department, I pledge:
● To articulate and pursue a professional, shared vision for the Ozark Police Department that aligns with our core values and the expectations of the community we serve.
● To cultivate a culture within the department that consistently supports the attainment of lawful, ethical, and measurable outcomes.
● To advocate for public policies and community partnerships that strengthen the department’s mission and the safety of our neighbors.
● To recruit, develop, and retain a competent, diverse, and resilient workforce that reflects the community and elevates performance.
● To ensure policies and procedures meet the highest professional standards, guiding daily operations with clarity, fairness, and accountability.
● To monitor activities and evaluate results through systematic collection and analysis of performance data, driving continuous improvement.
● To manage and allocate budgets, personnel, and resources with fiscal responsibility, transparency, and strategic foresight.
● To fortify the department’s preparedness for and response to crises and emergencies, coordinating with partners to protect life and property.
● To uphold compliance with policies, standards, and legal requirements by implementing rigorous internal reviews and governance practices.
● To oversee staff performance through regular, constructive reviews and quality assessments, fostering growth, learning, and excellence.
In all things, I pledge to lead with humility, courage, and dedication to the safety and well-being of the Ozark community and the integrity of the Ozark Police Department.
My Leadership and Management Pledge
to the Citizens of Ozark
Michael Bryan
Chief of Police
FIELD OPERATIONS BUREAU COMMANDER
Captain Everett Evans
The Field Operations Bureau encompasses the uniform patrol and Investigative Services. Personnel assigned to the Operations Bureau account for well over 80 percent of all departmental employees.
The primary functions of the bureau are an active response to calls for service, the provision of motor vehicle enforcement, and criminal deterrence patrol. This Bureau provides a wide range of law enforcement services, such as:
Conducting Patrols
Calls for Service
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Investigating Criminal Activity
The investigation of criminal activity within the city of Ozark is the responsibility of the detectives and investigative personnel assigned to this Bureau. Investigators are frequently called upon to assist with major crimes, and they assist other agencies with complex ongoing investigations.
In addition to standard patrol services, the Field Operations Bureau also provides several special services to federal, state, and local agencies, as well as the citizens and visitors within the City of Ozark.
Patrol Services
Whether it is taking a theft report or responding to a shooting, the Patrol Services Division is the uniformed backbone of the Ozark Police Department. The officers of the Patrol Services are responsible for carrying out the Ozark Police Department's day-to-day mission of responding to calls for services and patrolling the City of Ozark.
In addition to providing basic police services, the Patrol Services Division is also comprised of several Officers that provide a variety
of specialized enforcement services.
School Resource Services
The School Resource Officer (SRO) is assigned to a local school and works closely with the school administration, parents, and students to provide a safe and productive learning experience.
Officer Zeneth Glenn - Carroll High School
Officer Benjamin Bond - D.A. Smith, Mixon Elementary, and Lisenby Primary