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DESPP keeps you and your family safe
The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is committed to protect and improve the quality of life for all Connecticut residents. DESPP oversees six divisions.
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control (CFPC)
Connecticut State Police (CSP)
Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS)
Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POSTC)
Division of Scientific Services (DSS)
Statewide Emergency Telecommunications (DSET)
Combined, they provide a broad range of public safety services, including training, regulatory guidance, scientific services, law enforcement, and prevention and education.
Learn the history of DESPP
Leadership
Commissioner Ronnell Higgins
As the commissioner of DESPP, Ronnell Higgins leads the agency of public servants who protect and improve the quality of life for all CT residents.
Commissioner Higgins brings a passion for inclusive and collaborative leadership. His primary goal is to ensure every voice is heard, and the citizens of Connecticut have access to necessary public safety resources.
Learn more about Commissioner Higgins
PRIDE: Our core values
Professionalism
Professionalism through an elite and diverse team of trained men and women.
Respect
Respect for ourselves and others through our words and actions.
Integrity
Integrity through adherence to standards and values that merit public trust.
Dedication
Dedication to our colleagues, our values, and to the service of others.
Equality
Equality through fair and unprejudiced application of the law.
Get to know DESPP
Careers at DESPP
Looking for a new job? Whether you’re interested in law enforcement, office administration, or something in between, there are many open positions that you can apply to at DESPP.
Find a job at DESPP or one of its divisions
Co-op internship program
DESPP offers internships for students who are interested in various fields. Find one that’s right for you.
Apply for an internship at a DESPP division
Freedom of Information Act Requests
Visit DESPP’s Freedom of Information Request Center. Log into your account to submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.
Submit your FOIA request today
Contact us
DESPP Headquarters
DESPP is comprised of its headquarters, as well as the six divisions below.
Address:
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: 860-685-8000
Email: DESPP.Feedback@CT.gov
Hours of all divisions
Open: Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sundays
Find more DESPP contact info
Divisions of DESPP
Commission on Fire Prevention & Control (CFPC)
CFPC provides training, education, and certification for both career and volunteer firefighters.
34 Perimeter Road
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Phone: 860-627-6363
Toll-free for in state: 877-5CT-FIRE or 877-528-3473
Fax: 860-654-1889
Find more CFPC contact info
Connecticut State Police (CSP)
CSP offers a full range of law enforcement services with 11 state police troops located throughout CT.
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: 860-685-8190
Connecticut State Police (CSP)
Emergency Management & Homeland Security (DEMHS)
Protects the life and property of Connecticut residents in the event of a disaster or crisis.
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: 860-685-8531
Find more DEMHS contact info
Police Officer Standards & Training Council (POST)
Provides training to Connecticut police officers, officer certification, accreditation standards, and more.
285 Preston Avenue
Meriden, CT 06450
Phone: 203-427-2622
Find more POST contact info
Scientific Services (DSS)
Provides forensic support to local, state, and federal agencies throughout Connecticut.
278 Colony Street
Meriden, CT 06451
Phone: 203-639-6490
Find more Scientific Services contact info
Statewide Emergency Telecommunications (DSET)
Manages communications processes for public safety organizations of Connecticut and its residents.
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Visit the DSET website
Helpful links
DESPP Employee Search
All CT.gov Employee Search
Employee Search by Agency
Agency or Department Search
Submit Complaints or Commendations
Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
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About us
DESPP keeps you and your family safe
The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is committed to protect and improve the quality of life for all Connecticut residents. DESPP oversees six divisions.
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control (CFPC)
Connecticut State Police (CSP)
Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS)
Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POSTC)
Division of Scientific Services (DSS)
Statewide Emergency Telecommunications (DSET)
Combined, they provide a broad range of public safety services, including training, regulatory guidance, scientific services, law enforcement, and prevention and education.
Learn the history of DESPP
Leadership
Commissioner Ronnell Higgins
As the commissioner of DESPP, Ronnell Higgins leads the agency of public servants who protect and improve the quality of life for all CT residents.
Commissioner Higgins brings a passion for inclusive and collaborative leadership. His primary goal is to ensure every voice is heard, and the citizens of Connecticut have access to necessary public safety resources.
Learn more about Commissioner Higgins
PRIDE: Our core values
Professionalism
Professionalism through an elite and diverse team of trained men and women.
Respect
Respect for ourselves and others through our words and actions.
Integrity
Integrity through adherence to standards and values that merit public trust.
Dedication
Dedication to our colleagues, our values, and to the service of others.
Equality
Equality through fair and unprejudiced application of the law.
Get to know DESPP
Careers at DESPP
Looking for a new job? Whether you’re interested in law enforcement, office administration, or something in between, there are many open positions that you can apply to at DESPP.
Find a job at DESPP or one of its divisions
Co-op internship program
DESPP offers internships for students who are interested in various fields. Find one that’s right for you.
Apply for an internship at a DESPP division
Freedom of Information Act Requests
Visit DESPP’s Freedom of Information Request Center. Log into your account to submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.
Submit your FOIA request today
Contact us
DESPP Headquarters
DESPP is comprised of its headquarters, as well as the six divisions below.
Address:
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: 860-685-8000
Email: DESPP.Feedback@CT.gov
Hours of all divisions
Open: Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sundays
Find more DESPP contact info
Divisions of DESPP
Commission on Fire Prevention & Control (CFPC)
CFPC provides training, education, and certification for both career and volunteer firefighters.
34 Perimeter Road
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Phone: 860-627-6363
Toll-free for in state: 877-5CT-FIRE or 877-528-3473
Fax: 860-654-1889
Find more CFPC contact info
Connecticut State Police (CSP)
CSP offers a full range of law enforcement services with 11 state police troops located throughout CT.
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: 860-685-8190
Connecticut State Police (CSP)
Emergency Management & Homeland Security (DEMHS)
Protects the life and property of Connecticut residents in the event of a disaster or crisis.
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: 860-685-8531
Find more DEMHS contact info
Police Officer Standards & Training Council (POST)
Provides training to Connecticut police officers, officer certification, accreditation standards, and more.
285 Preston Avenue
Meriden, CT 06450
Phone: 203-427-2622
Find more POST contact info
Scientific Services (DSS)
Provides forensic support to local, state, and federal agencies throughout Connecticut.
278 Colony Street
Meriden, CT 06451
Phone: 203-639-6490
Find more Scientific Services contact info
Statewide Emergency Telecommunications (DSET)
Manages communications processes for public safety organizations of Connecticut and its residents.
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Visit the DSET website
Helpful links
DESPP Employee Search
All CT.gov Employee Search
Employee Search by Agency
Agency or Department Search
Submit Complaints or Commendations
Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457