Academy / Recruiting
TRAINING THE NEXT GENERATION OF OFFICERS
The Academy and Recruiting Unit prepares cadets for success and brings in the future of APD.
About the Academy / Recruiting Unit
The Academy and Recruiting Unit is responsible for shaping APD's future. From physical training and academics to mentorship and recruiting, this unit builds the foundation of excellence for every officer who joins the department.
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What You'll Do
Your day-to-day responsibilities in this specialized unit.
Recruit and Mentor Future Cadets
Recruit and mentor future APD cadets.
Oversee Physical and Classroom Training
Oversee physical, tactical, and classroom training.
Prepare cadets for the field
Every cadet will graduate with the necessary preparation for the field.
Community Recruiting Events
Represent APD at job fairs, events, and community recruiting efforts.
Skills & Experience You'll Gain
This assignment will develop you into an elite law enforcement professional with specialized expertise.
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Leadership and mentorship skills.
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Expertise in training methods and law enforcement education.
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Networking and public speaking experience.
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A direct role in shaping the future of APD.
Career Advancement
Academy / Recruiting
Officers in the Academy and Recruiting Unit develop leadership, mentorship, and public-facing skills that prepare them for command-level roles throughout APD.
Training the next generation of officers builds leadership and instructional expertise that prepares you for command-level roles throughout APD.
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