Citizen Police Academy
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Roseburg Police Department and Umpqua Community College,offers a 10-week Citizen Police Academy course in the spring to the citizen’s of Douglas County.
What is the Citizen Police Academy?
The Citizen Police Academy program is designed to familiarize participants with various aspects of law enforcement, such as administrative philosophy, internal policies, and the guiding principles of law and ethical conduct governing the delivery of police services.
The program covers procedures from patrol and investigations, vehicle operations, arrest and control techniques, firearm procedures and communications / 911.
What are the Academy's goals?
The Academy's goals are to develop community awareness through education and develop a closer understanding and working relationship between the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Roseburg Police Department and their communities served.
Participants are encouraged to ask questions and offer comments on the topics shared.
Where and when are the classes held?
Most of the sessions will be held at the Roseburg Public Safety Center located at 700 SE Douglas Ave, in Roseburg. The first class will begin April 1 and will go through June 3, 2010. Hours will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., every Thursday night. There will also be three Saturday classes that will offer hands on training and demonstrations.
What are the requirements to attend?
The academy is free, but space is limited to 20 participants. Potential candidates must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years, reside in Douglas County, and must be willing to attend all classes. Application finalists will be subject to a criminal history check. The application deadline is Friday, March 19, 2010.
For more information contact:
Andrea Zielinski, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, 541-440-4486Sgt. Aaron Dunbar, Roseburg Police Department, 541-492-6760
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