The mission of the University of West Florida Police Department is to enhance the quality of life and academic goals by providing a secure and safe environment through professional service to the community.
We of the University Police Department recognize our contribution to the quality of life and safe environment in our community through the provision of professional law enforcement services. We will meet the challenge of providing these services by basing our thoughts and actions on the following shared values.
Service
to our Community:
We place strong emphasis on campus-community oriented policing which integrates
the idea of crime prevention, problem solving, and community involvement
into a comprehensive program.
Integrity:
We value candor, honesty and ethical behavior in members of our department.
We are committed to uphold our positions of trust by maintaining the highest
ethical standards as set forth in the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
Responsibility
and Accountability:
We value the need for effective use of our resources and to provide a
spirit of openness in communications with our community. We will be responsible
for our actions, willing to admit our mistakes, and ensure that our behavior
earns the support and trust of all segments of the public.
Professionalism:
We value professionalism by having a clear sense of commitment, perspective
and direction. Professionalism is developed by creating an environment
that encourages teamwork, innovation, and constant evaluation of ourselves.
A professional attitude is dedicated to quality, timeliness and excellent
of our service to the community.
Pride
and Satisfaction in our Profession:
We believe our work to be a source of enjoyment and satisfaction. We are
proud of our accomplishments as an integral part of the University Community.
We enjoy what we have chosen to do - service the law enforcement profession
with the University Police Department.
