The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) exists within the Office of the Chief of Police of the St. Charles Police Department. The OPR is responsible for the following functions:

• Human Resources
• Internal Affairs

The Human Resources function of the St. Charles Police Department OPR incorporates the roles of personnel recruitment, testing and selection, and conducting investigative background checks of applicants. This office oversees the field training program for both civilian and sworn personnel and the Reserve Police Officer program. The OPR works in conjunction with the City of St. Charles Human Resource Department to ensure the welfare of its employees.

The City of St. Charles continuously accepts applications for the positions of Police Officer, Police Service Technician, and Communications Specialist. For more information, visit our Career Opportunities page.

The Internal Affairs function of the St. Charles Police Department OPR is charged with:

• the institutional accountability of its employees
• to insure the continued confidence of the community
• by upholding the integrity of the department.

All complaints are vigorously investigated with the understanding that a thorough investigation will not only bring to light any misconduct or inappropriate activity, but also protect its employees and the agency from unfounded and unwarranted accusations.

Complaints and/or concerns regarding police services can be lodged with any of the Department's supervisors. In each case, the OPR serves as a centralized authority for maintaining control over complaints and internal investigations.