Gila River Citizens Police Academy

The goal of the Gila River Citizens Police Academy (CPA) is to build a bridge between members of the police department and the Gila River Indian Community it serves. The CPA will also help build a positive relationship between the community while improving the lines of communication. During the 9-week program, participants experience a civilian adapted version of the police academy.

 

The CPA meets one night a week for 2 hours and one Saturday that is scheduled for 8 hours. Some classes maybe extended. You may not miss more than two classes. Graduates of this program gain a unique insight into the life and training of a law enforcement officer. Some topics are as follows:

 

  • Backgrounds
  • Laws/Statutes
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Professional Standards
  • Dispatch
  • K-9 Programs
  • Rangers
  • Property & Evidence

 

Class meets each Wednesday from 6pm until 8pm, unless otherwise noted.

 

WE JUST COMPLETED CLASS 2024. STAY TUNED IN EARLY 2025 FOR THE NEXT CLASS!

 

To be eligible to apply you must:

 

  • Be a member of the Gila River Indian Community
  • Be a spouse of a Gila River Indian Community member and living within the Community
  • 18 years old or older
  • Have no felony or misdemeanor convictions.
  • All applicants must submit to a background check.

 

To apply for the Gila River Citizens Police Academy – Click here

Please email completed applications to: Teaya.Enos.GRPD@gric.nsn.us