The Special Services Division is managed by a Commander whose primary responsibility is to provide general management, direction, and control for investigations. Commanders report directly to the Assistant Chief of Police (if filled), or the Chief of Police. The Special Services Division consists of the General Investigations Unit (GIU), the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), Youth and Family Services (YFS) / School Programs, and the Special Operations Unit. The Special Operations Unit includes the Problem-Oriented Policing Unit, Code Enforcement, Communications, and protection and order during public meetings pursuant to California Government Code 38638.
