Central to the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards
and Training (POST) mission are the values that guide our work and
decisions, and help us contribute to the quality of programs and
services we provide.
We value...
Service and Respect
We believe in providing quality services in a timely and professional
manner. We are service-driven and client-oriented. We strive for
excellence in all that we do. We provide service in a fair, friendly,
and respectful manner. We sincerely care about people. By respecting
one another, we encourage respect for all.
Cooperation and Teamwork
We value cooperation, partnership, and teamwork. We recognize
that only through cooperation with our partners and others can
we accomplish our mission. We foster teamwork by encouraging participation
and a shared commitment to success.
Pride and Contribution
We believe each of us is crucial to performing the mission of
POST. We are proud of our agency, one another, and our contributions
to law enforcement. We are empowered to use our best judgment
in everything we do. We are encouraged to contribute ideas to
improve our services and the way POST functions.
Learning and Accountability
We believe learning and advancing professionalism are life-long
endeavors. We welcome the challenge of learning whatever is necessary
to grow, both personally and professionally. We set high standards,
work with positive attitudes, assume responsibility, and are accountable
for our behaviors, decisions, and actions.
Innovation and Diversity
We value innovation and creativity. We recognize that change is
constant and we must proactively seek new and better ways to assist
law enforcement. We appreciate diversity and recognize that different
viewpoints and experiences are central to our understanding and
meeting the unique needs of agencies throughout the state.
Communication and Decision Making
We value clear and open communication, and objective research
and analysis. We encourage employee involvement and information
sharing and provide an environment for active participation in
the decision-making process. We value the synergistic effects
of participation and group discussions which improve our understanding
and help us make sound decisions.
