Police Citizen’s Academy

Academy

The Kennewick Police Department offers a free 5-week / 10-class Citizen Academy for the public, to be held on Monday and Thursday evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm.  The Academy teaches the public about law enforcement and the day-to-day operations of the department. All classes are held at the police station with the exception of one tour. 

CLASSES WILL INCLUDE:

•    Hands-on police training

•    Patrol Procedures and Traffic Enforcement

•    Detectives and Narcotics

•    Evidence Collection and Crime Scene Investigations

•    CAT and SWAT Teams

•    Firearms

•    K-9 and Youth Services

•    Tour of Benton County Jail and Coroner’s Office

•    Volunteer Program

•    Plus more

SPACE IS LIMITED!



CHIPS/Volunteers

The Kennewick Police Department volunteer program started in 1994. C.H.I.P.S. (Citizens Helping in Police Services) is committed to enhancing the mission of the Kennewick Police Department by:
  • Being a resource to assist department personnel when needed
  • Supporting each other and fostering development of the volunteer program
  • Collaborating with the City of Kennewick in "Building a Better Community" 
Prior to acceptance into the volunteer program with the Kennewick Police, a citizen must complete the annual Citizens Academy held each spring. C.H.I.P.S. provides a positive impact on the community due to the services that they provide. They meet monthly at the Police Department as a means for training and for guest speakers. Tasks are many and varied.  Check our Volunteer Opportunity Section for open volunteer opportunities.
  • Handicapped Parking Enforcement
  • Abandoned Vehicle Tagging
  • Radar Reader Board Deployment
  • Water Storage Security
  • Vehicle Maintenance 
  • Found Bicycle Recovery
  • Administrative Support
  • Mail Run
  • Special Events Support
  • Fleet Maintenance