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The Citizen's Police Academy is the premiere program for any Durham resident wanting to know more about the operations of the Durham Police Department. The six-week academy, which is free of charge, provides first-hand knowledge and front line experiences.
The Durham Police Department utilizes the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST). The POST is a standardized test for Police Applicants. All Tests are given in person and are proctored. The Written Test is a timed evaluation and applicants have 45 minutes to complete the test.
Officer Requirements Overview. Major requirements to become an officer include: Age 19 to be hired for position of police recruit. Applicant must have U.S. citizenship or be a naturalized citizen. Completion of high school or GED (some college preferred) - transcripts required. Meet credit requirements. Military personnel must have an honorable ...
The agency was soon split again in 1985 to form separate police and fire services. The Durham Police Department operates its own Police Academy through Durham Technical Community College. While the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Standards Commission requires a 16-week Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) course, the Durham ...
Durham CrimeStoppers. CrimeStoppers is a tip line, 919-683-1200, that gives tipsters an avenue to report criminal activity anonymously. Visit the CrimeStoppers website to see the most up to date information and currently wanted offenders. Community Members can even view and if possible, give tips about current Cold Cases.
Relocation Incentive (Up to $3,000, must be a City of Durham address) 11-12 paid holidays per year. Floating Holiday. 96 hours of vacation per year (increases with years of service) 96 hours of sick leave per year, which accumulate indefinitely. Sick leave incentive. Educational Incentive (upon completion of the academy) Associates Degree= 2.5%.
Durham Police Department Recruiting Unit Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Are you holding lateral academies at this time? A: Yes. We are currently running 8-week ALET academies for North Carolina certified applicants. Currently certified law enforcement officers salary range is from $37,000-$51,540 Q: I am BLET certified.
