Emergency Response Team
ALWAYS READY.
ALWAYS PREPARED.
APD's Emergency Response Team responds to protests, crowd control situations, and high-risk incidents with professionalism and precision.
About the Emergency Response Team
The Emergency Response Team (ERT) is APD's specialized unit for handling large-scale events, civil disturbances, and emergencies requiring rapid deployment. ERT officers are trained to maintain order, protect public safety, and respond with discipline in volatile situations.
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What You'll Do
Your day-to-day responsibilities in this specialized unit.
Crowd Control & Security
Provide crowd control and security during protests and demonstrations.
Emergency Response
Respond to emergencies requiring specialized tactics and rapid deployment.
Support Other Units
Support other units with rapid deployment during critical incidents.
Ongoing Training
Train regularly in tactical formations and crowd management strategies.
Adapt to Dynamic Incidents
Respond to rapidly changing situations with specialized equipment, tactical coordination, and disciplined decision-making.
Skills & Experience You'll Gain
This assignment will develop you into an elite law enforcement professional with specialized expertise.
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Advanced training in crowd control and tactical response.
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Experience in managing large, dynamic public events.
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Crisis management and de-escalation under pressure.
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Team coordination in high-stress environments.
Career Advancement
Tactical Leadership
Skills gained in this unit open doors to tactical command and specialized leadership roles throughout your career at APD.
ERT officers stand at the front line of APD’s commitment to public safety during major events and crises. The work demands discipline, focus, and resilience — and offers some of the most challenging and rewarding experiences in law enforcement.
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Your Career Could Lead to ERT
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