The Support Services Division ensures the linking of vital support, outreach, and auxiliary services for the police department to effectively provide and deliver police services to the citizens of Tampa.
The Community Outreach Bureau builds trust and positive relationships between the police department and the community by fostering communication, understanding, and cooperation through programs, events, workshops, and partnerships with local organizations to address concerns and enhance public safety
The Support Services Bureau acts as the backbone of the police department, ensuring that officers and other personnel have the necessary resources, training, and administrative support to effectively carry out their duties. Areas of the Support Services Bureau include: Evidence Control, Extra Duty Office, Fleet Management, Personnel, Police Reserves, Records, Supply, and Training.