The Powder Springs Police Patrol Division works 12-hour shifts with 4-5 Officers on duty at all times.  Each shift consists of a Lieutenant, Sergeant and 2-3 Patrol Officers.  The Patrol Division has one K-9 unit and operates a two officer motorcycle squad.  Along with the street bikes there are 2 dirt bikes and 2 ATV's that are used to patrol the 8-mile trail system throughout the city.  

The Patrol Division has a tactical unit of special trained Officers that respond to high-risk situations.