Mission

The mission of the Gaithersburg Police Department is to provide the highest quality police service—protecting life and property, enforcing Maryland laws and City ordinances, and safeguarding the rights of all individuals.

We achieve this mission by working collaboratively with the community, City departments, and other stakeholders to develop and implement proactive strategies that address community needs. We are equally committed to maintaining a workplace that promotes equal employment opportunity, values individual contributions, and fosters teamwork.

Core Values

Members of the Department are dedicated to professionalism through Service, Integrity, and Respect:

• Service – Providing quality service and protection to all in an efficient and competent manner, guided by courtesy, compassion, and understanding.

• Integrity – Upholding the public trust through honest, consistent, and transparent interactions, fostering mutual trust and cooperation.

• Respect – Treating all individuals with dignity and fairness, and upholding the Constitutional rights of all people.

Vision

The Gaithersburg Police Department strives to cultivate an organizational culture grounded in extreme ownership and a strong commitment to our mission and core values.

We recognize and value the contributions of all employees and partners, from professional staff and sworn officers to the many citizen volunteers who help fulfill our mission. We are committed to strengthening these partnerships, developing the skills of our team, and managing our resources effectively and efficiently to deliver the highest level of public service.