Our Department

The Police Department is comprised of two primary divisions working together in support of our mission of maintaining the highest quality of life for those who live, work or visit in Foster City.

The Field Operations Division includes all uniformed personnel who patrol the streets, and respond to crimes and the wide variety of calls for service we receive. This includes Patrol, Traffic, Parking Enforcement, Community Service Officers, and Reserves Officers.

The Administrative Services Division is comprised of the Detective, Youth Services, Property/Evidence, Dispatch, and Records Bureau personnel. It also encompasses the Department's Emergency Service Volunteers and Police Explorers.