A Practical Guide for the Law Enforcement and Security Manager: A Theoretical and Experiential Approach

Smith (captain, Dothan, Alabama Police Department) employs both theory and practical application of leadership and management precepts to lead the reader through a variety of common scenarios in law enforcement and security decision making. Topics discussed range from communication techniques to resource management, response to critical incidents, supervision of specialty teams, and data collection and interpretation. The book addresses contemporary issues from the perspective of supervisors and managers in law enforcement and security agencies, and lessons learned are applicable to all levels of management. There is no subject index. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)