The task of the administrative division is to serve all other divisions by implementing policies and procedures to facilitate the smooth operation of the entire department. Components include employee relations, executive protection, financial services, the legal unit, information systems and technology, personnel, public information and education, purchasing, and the special investigative unit. Investigative support is the function of the Alabama Bureau of Investigation Division and the narcotic division. The driver license division provides testing and recordkeeping services. Nine troops, communication centers, tactical teams, and the Motor Carrier Safety Unit make up the 18 Highway Patrol posts. The service division provides training, supplies, equipment, assistance, research, information, and other special services to facilitate department operation. 1 figure and 5 tables