The Buckeye Police Department Citizens Academy takes you inside the operations and procedures of your BPD. This program is designed for residents and members of the business community to experience an up-close look at the police department and all aspects of its law enforcement operations.

Participants will learn from hands-on training, lectures and interactive classes. Instruction will come from experienced police officers, sergeants, crime scene investigators and detectives.

The program explores Patrol Operations, Criminal Investigations, the School Resource Officer Program, K-9 Unit, Traffic Investigations, SWAT Team logistics, Code Enforcement and the many ways volunteers can enhance and support Buckeye police.

The academy provides qualified participants with an introduction to the department’s functions and resources with the goal of providing greater awareness and understanding of law enforcement’s role in the community. It is typically offered in spring and fall and takes place one night a week for six consecutive weeks. Participants will interact with police executives, veteran officers and professional staff to learn about topics including recruiting, crime analysis, DUI investigation, SWAT, criminal investigation, high risk traffic stops, code enforcement and dispatch.

BPD is currently accepting applications for the fall citizens academy running September 5 through October 10, 2023. Classes will take place at the Coyote Library on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 9 p.m. If you are interested, please complete the application below. For more information, contact Don McWilliams at dmcwilliams@buckeyeaz.gov or 623-349-6459.