Michelle Romero Mayor at City of Henderson | Official website
Michelle Romero Mayor at City of Henderson | Official website
The City of Henderson Police Department has announced that it is now accepting applications for its upcoming Citizens Academy. The 12-week program, scheduled to run from August 13th through October 29th, 2024, will convene each Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Citizens Academy aims to foster a stronger relationship between the community and the police department. Participants will experience a condensed version of the training provided at the actual police academy.
Graduates will gain insights into various aspects of law enforcement training and duties. Topics covered in the program include radio and communication training, community policing, use of force, gang enforcement, crime scene investigation, detention center procedures, criminal justice overview, domestic violence, and criminalistics.
Eligibility criteria require applicants to reside or work in the City of Henderson, be at least 18 years old, and have no felony or misdemeanor convictions. The department conducts two Citizens Academies annually, with limited space available.
The application deadline for the upcoming session is July 18th, 2024.
For further details about the Citizens Academy, interested individuals can contact Henderson Police Training Officer Scott Williams at 702-267-4838.
Applications can be submitted online at: https://www.cityofhenderson.com/government/departments/police/community-programs/citizens-academy/citizens-academy-application
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