The "Officer in Charge" – Hingham PD

Course Facts

• Instructor: Superintendent Lanita Cullinane, Boston PD
• Date: December 3, 2026
• Location: Hingham Police Department
• Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Price: $199.00 USD

Course Overview

The role of First Line Supervisor represents a critical leadership position within any police organization. When a department lacks a formal supervisory structure on a given shift, the senior officer typically assumes the "Officer in Charge" (OIC) position, which carries significant responsibilities for personnel direction and shift oversight. As a key liaison between command staff and street-level officers, the OIC must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to excel in this demanding role. This course employs lecture, practical demonstration, and interactive discussion to help OICs strengthen their supervisory capabilities and navigate the complexities of shift leadership.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The First Line Supervisor is one of the most important positions in any Police Department. In the absence of a formal supervisor, many Police Departments throughout the Country utilize the Senior Officer on shift as the "Officer in Charge". The OIC is responsible for directing personnel and providing supervisory oversight for their shift. They also serve as a critical communication link between the upper command staff and patrol officer. Through lecture, demonstration and class interaction, this course will assist the OIC as they develop in their roles and responsibilities as shift supervisor.

TOPICS INCLUDE

• Roles and Responsibilities of the "Officer in Charge"
• Transitioning from Patrol to "Officer in Charge"
• Accountability
• Liability
• Leadership
• Motivation
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Reviewing Reports
• Peer Support
• High Risk Low Frequency Policy Review