The Waterford Police Department is led by:
Chief Marc Balestracci
In addition, the department has a civilian oversight board, the Waterford Police Commission. Connecticut state statute 7-276 details the authority of the Police Commission and the members are appointed by the town's RTM. Current members are:
Thomas Sheridan (Chairperson)
Christopher Gamble
James Dimmock
Mark Gelinas
First Selectman Robert Brule