NEW Police Academy Graduates Female Officers

The North Little Rock Police Department is building a firm foundation for our community and has created a new means to recruit new officers. Those considering a career in law enforcement now have an 18-week training academy available in North Little Rock where recruits will learn the requirements to serve and protect citizens. Lieutenant Steve Chamness oversees the North Little Rock Police Academy and noted what a substantial commitment and asset the academy is for the North Little Rock Police Department. “Placing the right person in the right position is crucial for any successful law enforcement agency,” shared North Little Rock Police Chief Patrick Thessing. Extensive training is needed in endurance, safety, and decision-making for each recruit to understand the significance of becoming a law enforcement officer. In this academy, the main focus in recruiting participants is quality, not quantity. Numerous divisions within the police department share their knowledge in teaching and preparing these recruits.