Police Divisions

The Beavercreek Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the City of Beavercreek. The department’s primary responsibilities include the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, suppression of criminal activity, apprehension and prosecution of offenders, regulation of non-criminal conduct, and preservation of the public peace.

Under the command of the Chief of Police, the Police Department’s responsibilities are further divided into 3 sections:

• Operations Division
• Support Services Division
• Special Services Division

Chief of Police

The Chief of Police is responsible for all police operations. The Chief coordinates, organizes, directs and controls activities, implements policy, and makes necessary personnel and procedural changes to ensure the effective operation of the Police Department. The Chief's Executive Assistant coordinates the budgeting and purchasing process.  

Three Division Captains and the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief are directly accountable to the Chief of Police.

Operations Division

The Operations Division is commanded by Captain Brad Piasecki and consists of the patrol sergeant, patrol officers, and citizen volunteers. Patrol Officers are assigned to three different districts to provide appropriate police coverage to the city. Patrol officers may also be assigned to specialized positions or units, including: 

• School Resource Officer
• DARE Officer
• K-9 officer
• Motorcycle Unit
• Drone Unit
• Bike Patrol Unit
• Crisis Intervention Team
• Technical Crash Investigator
• Evidence Technician

Special Services Division

The Special Services Division is commanded by Captain Scott Molnar and consists of: 

• the Special Services Sergeant
• Detectives
• Community Engagement Officer

This division is responsible for investigating felony crimes, conducting background investigations on potential employees, developing and maintaining community partnerships, providing information to the public, and promoting crime prevention initiatives.

Support Services Division

The Support Services Division is commanded by Captain Nick Amato and consists of: 

• the Administrative Sergeant
• the Technical Services Supervisor
• Communications Operators
• Records Clerks
• the Property and Resources Manager 

This division is responsible for hiring personnel, training, grant administration and accreditation. Additional duties include the purchasing of equipment, supplies, vehicles, and other assets, as well as equipment and facilities maintenance.