The administration of the West Memphis Police Department prides itself on professionalism. The chief and assistant chief of police possess a wealth of experience and knowledge. They are responsible for administration of the police department as a whole.

There are, in addition to the top-level administrators, personnel who are charged with maintaining the logistical operations of the police department. These operations include purchasing, budgeting, vehicle fleet maintenance, computer and telephone network administration, and many other functions that keep the police department operating.