A job description is to give the roles and responsibilities that an individual or group of people are expected to perform in their different careers or departments. The purpose of a job description is to make someone aware of the tasks to be accomplished and the expected results. In giving a job description, the following elements are included: the job title, what are the objectives of the job, the daily tasks to be carried out, the working conditions and clear guidelines and instructions to be adopted (BIS, 2011). Here are the job descriptions for various positions in police departments. Police Officer (Detective) The primary role of a police officer is to investigate serious crimes and leads other police officers in the detection, prevention and investigation of serious crimes in areas such as: financial fraud , robbery, arson, rape and murder. The detective conducts patrols in assigned areas, ensuring public order is maintained, conducting first-hand investigations in crime areas and supervising undercover operations. They are responsible for arresting crime victims and must testify in court and, among other duties, act as escorts for VIPs and know the different types of departmental weapons (LVMPD). Victim Advocate Supervisor The Victim Advocate Supervisor is responsible for directly supervising attorneys who represent victims as well as witnesses to all crimes; ensure that the ministry employee carries out his duties. The caseworker is also responsible for conducting interviews with victims to determine their needs and then acting accordingly by providing them with the necessary information and services. They also develop work plans for the advancement of the investigation and...... middle of paper ......case analyzes regarding investigations and liaise with criminal investigators to determine the source of crimes and suspects (Boise, Glen $ Paul)It is clear that with clear job descriptions within the police force, efficiency will be achieved and collisions avoided. Officers will also be able to perform their duties diligently, professionally and accurately. Reference ListBIS, (2011). Department of Business Innovation and Skills, a blog. Accessed from step/defining: http://www.bis.gov.uk/policies/higher-education/access-to-professions/prg/recruitment-Step-by-step/defining.Boisse P. Correa, Glen R. Kajiyama, Paul D. Putzulu, Honolulu Police Department, Power, Duties and Functions, pp. 237-246. (LVMPD), Los Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, accessed from: https://hr.lvmpd.com/ams5website/InfoListings. aspx.