Join the Citizens' Police Academy

Applications are now open. Apply by July 31, 2023.

Academy Topics:

  • K-9 Unit
  • Tactical Operations Unit (SWAT Team)
  • Patrol Operations
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Drug Enforcement
  • Gang Enforcement
  • Traffic Laws
  • DUI Laws
  • Firearms Safety and Orientation

Academy Details:

The next Gilbert Citizens' Police Academy begins August 30, 2023.

Apply by July 31, 2023.

Classes take place on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM inside the amphitheater of the Gilbert Police Department at 75 East Civic Center Drive.

Upon completion of the twelve-week program, all participants receive a Certificate of Graduation and are invited to join the Citizens' Police Academy Alumni Association.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • 18 years of age at the time of application
  • Live or work in the Town of Gilbert
  • Attend a school or be an applicant in the Town of Gilbert
  • No prior felony arrests
  • No misdemeanor arrests within five years of the application
  • Each candidate must pass a background check conducted by the police department



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