PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Police Department announced the fall session of the 2024 Citizen Police Academy. 

 

The academy provides an opportunity for individuals to gain a better understanding of department operations and issues and topics effecting modern day policing.

 

The department is seeking interested citizens, volunteers, community-policing partners, local business leaders, and educators to apply for this exciting opportunity. Class size will be capped at 25 participants.

 

Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM starting Sept. 25, 2024 through Nov. 20, 2024. The first class will be at the Police Department at 39 Allen St. All subsequent classes will be held at Berkshire Community College at 1350 West St.

 

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, and live or work in the City of Pittsfield.  All applicants will be subject to a criminal history background check, as some prior criminal offenses may be disqualifying.

 

Interested applicants should contact Sgt. Shaun Gariepy, via email at sgariepy@cityofpittsfield.org or phone at 413-448-9700 extension 550 with any questions, or to obtain an application materials.  Applications can also be picked up at the front lobby of the police station. Applications can be returned via email or to the lobby window at the Pittsfield Police Department.

 

The Deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.

 

Those not selected for the current session will be placed on an eligibility list to attend a future session.