2020 Citizen's Academy

DAYTON—Sheriff Joe Helm announces the 2020 Columbia County Citizen’s Academy to be held Friday nights from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 13 weeks beginning March 6 through May 29. Classes will be held at 111 Patit Road, Dayton, WA.

The intent of the Citizen’s Academy is to create better understanding and communication between citizens and law enforcement through education.

The curriculum over the course of the 13-week program include such topics as use of force and defensive tactics, street weapons and officer safety, crime prevention and personal safety, sex offender information, drug enforcement, search and rescue and boat patrol. Participants will also take a 2-hour ride along with a deputy on patrol. 

Class size is limited, so be sure to get your application in by Friday, February 28. Applicants must have no felony convictions or recent misdemeanor convictions, and a background check will be conducted on all applicants.

Find application forms at the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, or download from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. Drop off applications at the Columbia County Courthouse or mail to: 341 E. Main St., Suite 1, Dayton WA, 99328. Or email to tim_quigg@co.columbia.wa.us. Questions can be directed to Civil Deputy Tim Quigg at 509-382-3982.