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- Does the El Paso Police Department have a ride-along program?
- Yes, those who wish to observe the daily rigors of police life may contact a regional command center and schedule a ride-along.
- Does the EPPD have a policy regarding tattoos?
- Yes, while in uniform any exposed tattoos must be covered.
- How long is the training academy?
- The training academy is 26 weeks in length.
- Do students live at the academy during training?
- No, students attend the academy Monday thru Friday, normally working from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There will be times when the students must attend evening and weekend training during courses such as night time firearms and DWI training.
- Will I be paid while attending the training academy?
- Yes, students earn $16.28 hr. during training.
- Will I receive medical benefits while attending the academy?
- Yes, recruits who enroll for medical benefits will be eligible to receive benefits for themselves and their families after completing 60 days of training.
- Am I eligible to receive my VA education benefits while attending the academy?
- Yes, you may receive your benefits during the 26 week training academy and during your first year as a patrol officer. An officer will assist you in
enrolling during the first week of the training academy.
- I am still active in the military as a reservist/guardsman, will that effect my employment?
- No, the EPPD has a number of officers who continue to serve their country. In fact, those who serve as a guardsman/reservist receive 15 paid military days
from the City of El Paso while attending their military duties.
- Will I work shift work?
- Yes, during the one year FTO program, officers will work dayshift, evening shift and midnight shift. Upon completion of the FTO program, officers will bid
for shifts.
- How long must I spend in patrol before I can move to specialty assignments?
- Upon completing 2 years of patrol experience, officers are eligible to work assignments such as motorcycles, bicycles, crime scene, etc. Officers are also
eligible to test for Detective after completing 2 years of patrol experience.
- When can I join the SWAT team?
- Officers must have served at least five years on the EPPD in order to tryout for the SWAT team. Officers must pass a grueling tryout and an oral interview
to be considered for the team.
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