The office of the Chief of Police offers a range of security services. It is a part of the Urbandale Police Department, which is administered by the government of the City of Urbandale in Iowa. Organized in 1958, the Urbandale Police Department operates a reserve unit that is comprised of volunteer reserve officers. The department also maintains patrol and investigation divisions. It offers crime prevention, bicycle registration, child seat inspections and code enforcement solutions. The Urbandale Police Department administers an intern program for college students. In addition, it considers requests for vacation house check-ups. The department s staff services division offers human resource solutions.