What does the acronym OIC stand for in the context of extra-duty assignments?

• A. Officer-In-Charge
• B. Officer-In-Cost
• C. Official-In-Charge
• D. Onsite-In-Charge

Answer: (A)

In extra-duty assignments, the person designated to oversee the detail is the Officer-In-Charge. This title clearly signals authority and responsibility for that assignment: the OIC supervises on-site operations, coordinates with the location, assigns tasks, ensures department policies are followed, and serves as the main point of contact for the detail. The wording Officer-In-Charge is the standard, familiar term used in policing for someone who has that on-site leadership role, which is why it’s the best choice. The other options don’t fit the common terminology you’d encounter in this context: they either don’t convey the same role or use a nonstandard term.