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.

 

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