CARBONDALE – The Carbondale Police Department is now accepting applications for the Citizens Police Academy.
This free program is designed to strengthen relationships between the police department and the community by providing an inside look at law enforcement operations and encouraging open communication.
Participants will learn about police department divisions, patrol procedures, traffic stops, investigations, and crime scene operations. The academy also offers an opportunity for citizens to ask questions, share concerns, and better understand the challenges faced by law enforcement.
Classes will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on the following Wednesdays:
- Feb. 4
- Feb. 11
- Feb. 18
- Feb. 25
- March 4
Anyone is welcome to apply. All applicants will undergo a background check. Please note that participation in the Citizens Police Academy is not part of the hiring process for police officers.
Applications are due by Monday, Feb. 2, at 5 p.m. Applications can be completed online at:
https://www.explorecarbondale.com/206/Citizens-Police-Academy.
Applications are also available at the Carbondale Police Department, located at 501 S. Washington St.
For more information, contact Randy Mathis at 457-3200 ext. 402 or rmathis@explorecarbondale.com.