For this paper the student will identify and develop a unit that will reflect an up and coming issue. This unit could be for example, terrorism, technology issues, social media, etc. This is your choice. The theme of the paper is that you are establishing a new unit within an agency.
The paper will include:
• Function: what will the new unit accomplish?
• Job Descriptions/Duties and Responsibilities: What criteria will be established for the personnel of the unit to be selected? What are the duties and responsibilities of the unit? Of the personnel?
• Reporting: Who in the agencies organization will the unit report?
• Equipment: What will be needed?
• Other: Any other issues you feel need to be addressed.
The requirements for your paper are:
• 10-15 pages in length, excluding reference page.
• Double spaced, Times New Roman 12 pt. font.
• Free of spelling and typing errors.
• Fully referenced using APA citation style to acknowledge all source materials. A title page and bibliography/Works cited must also be included. NOTE: the title page and bibliography/Works cited do NOT count as pages.
• This paper is an individual effort and not a group project.
• Paper shall not have been turned in previously to any other instructor. All papers will be submitted through SafeAssign to reduce the potential of plagiarism.
• Grading rubrics are below (paper segments rubric and final paper rubric).
• Be sure to read the grading criteria by which your paper will be evaluated before you write the paper and again after you write your paper.
segments (Unit - online):
• Segment 1: Identify the type of unit, and the reasons why this was selected.
• Segment 2: Identify the function of the unit, goals and objectives, equipment needed.
• Segment 3: How will the Unit be staffed, and what are the specific job descriptions, duties and responsibilities.
• Segment 4: How will the unit report? Any other issues you may wish to include or feel is necessary for the success of this new unit.
• Final Paper: Final paper incorporating all instructor feedback with APA formatting including title page, Works Cited/bibliography.
Assignment - Police officer position
Scenario - you are a police officer and have been on the job for 2 years. Because of your outstanding work, the chief has offered you a role in any unit you desire. What position would you choose and why? (Note, you are not being promoted to a higher rank.)
The requirements for your paper are:
1-2 pages in length, excluding reference page
Double spaced, Times New Roman 12 pt. font
Refer to the grading rubric on the next page.