In general, supervisors have the authority to exercise control over subordinates to accomplish department directives. Supervisors are responsible for the behavior and actions of subordinates within their immediate control. They are also responsible for the inspection, evaluation, and discipline of all assigned subordinates. Those responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- To set an example for subordinates in the areas of appearance, work habits, skill and attitude.
- Work assignments and objectives.
- To ensure that MPD rules, regulations and orders are followed and are not ridiculed by any MPD employee.