Cody Monroe, Chief of Police
Phone: (904) 264-5555
Message from the Chief:
Welcome to the Orange Park Police Department.
It is my honor to serve as your Chief of Police and to lead the dedicated men and women of this department. Every member of our agency is committed to serving our community with integrity, professionalism, and compassion. We recognize that policing is more than responding to calls for service, it is about building trust, solving problems, and going above and beyond to serve our residents and visitors.
Our mission is simple: To preserve the peace, protect life and property and promote public safety while upholding the Constitution. These principles guide every decision we make and every interaction we have with the public.
Whether you live, work, or visit the Town of Orange Park, you can expect responsive service, accountability, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. We are proud to serve this community and appreciate the trust you place in us each day.
Thank you for visiting our website. We hope you find it to be a valuable resource, and we encourage you to partner with us as we work together to keep Orange Park a safe and welcoming community.
About Chief Monroe:
Cody Monroe has served with the Orange Park Police Department since 2007, holding positions as a Patrol Officer, Patrol Corporal, Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Administrative Lieutenant, and Assistant Chief of Police, before being appointed as the Chief of Police on June 2, 2026.
Cody served on the Clay County SWAT team for 12 years, rising to the role of Team Leader. Over his career he has also served various other roles with OPPD such as Public Information Officer, Body Worn Camera Program Coordinator, Firearms and Less Lethal Instructor, Active Assailant Response instructor and more. He currently serves on several boards including Jacksonville's Urban League Youth Crime Prevention Board, St. Johns River Standards and Training Commission Board, and advisory board member for the Signal 35 Fund in Clay County. Cody holds a Bachelor's and Master’s Degree from American Military University and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy’s 280th Session.