Category: News

Alumni,

I am sending the current Citizens Academy schedule to you for several reasons.
First, to let you know what is being presented, in case you missed a class.
Second, as a reminder of their upcoming graduation on November 17.
Three, suggest Alumni presence, to answer questions and encourage them to join upon graduation.
All classes are 6pm – 9pm, except week 7b, 9am – noon at the ALLERT center.
We do not want to overload the classroom, so please contact Stephen if you plan on attending any meetings.

Wayne Kendrick
HCCSAAA President

Week 1: 08/25/2016 – Introductions (Students and Staff), CSA and Community Outreach Unit (Deputy Traeger), Emergency Communications (Dispatch)

Week 2: 09/01/2016 – Patrol Operations (Patrol Staff), Jail Operations (Jail Staff)

Week 3: 09/08/2016 – Use of Force (Deputy Watkins), Arrest, Search, and Seizure (Deputy Watkins)

Week 4: 09/15/2016 (Class Room A) – Hays/Caldwell Women Center, Victim’s Assistance (Lt. Skrocki to assign)

Week 5: 09/22/2016 (Class Room A) – Crisis Negotiations Team (CNT) (Lt. Skrocki), Mental Health Unit and Warrants (Lt. Burns to assign), Animal Control (Cpl. Trinidad and ACO Staff)

Week 6: 09/29/2016 – Alcohol Laws and Texas ABC (Deputy Zuehlke), Driving While Intoxicated Investigations (Deputy Gamble)

Week 7: 10/06/2016 – Forensic Anthropology Research Facility (Sophia Mavroudas – Texas state), Evidence and Crime Scene Investigation (CID staff)

Week 7b: 10/08/2016 Saturday (Harris Hill and ALERRT Center) – Emergency Vehicle Operations (Deputies Lucio, Duggins, & Zuehlke), Tour of ALERRT Center (Deputy Lucio)

Week 8: 10/11/2016 Tuesday (@ ALERRT Center with SMPCA), Special Weapons and Tactics /Terrorism

Week 9: 10/20/2016 – Traffic Division and Accidents (Deputies Ngyuen & Puryear), K9 (Deputy Whetstone)

Week 10: 10/27/2016 (@ Juvenile Detention Center) – Juvenile Detention Center Operations (Chris Crites), Explorer Post 1911 (Members of Explorer Post 1911), School Resource Officers and Juvenile Investigations (Sgt. Carter to assign)

Week 11: 11/03/2016 – Government Center (Lt. Faulkner) (@ Hays County Government Center), Hays County District Attorney’s Office (to be determined)

Week 12: 11/10/2016 – Criminal Investigation Division (CID Staff)

Week 13: 11/17/2016 – Graduation

The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy is now accepting applications for the 2016 class. The course will start on August 25, 2016. The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy is approximately a 45 hour program designed to give the citizens of Hays County a working knowledge of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office and the criminal justice system as it works in our County. This free program includes 13 weeks of instruction by Hays County Sheriff’s Office staff as well as external guest speakers.

Students will have the opportunity to see demonstrations by the Hays County SWAT Team, Crisis Negotiations Team, K-9 unit, tours of the Hays County Law Enforcement Center and Corrections Complex, Communications Center, Juvenile Detention Center, and the Government Center. Students will also have the opportunity to ride along with a deputy as an observer during their regular shift.

Class hours are from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM, and meets on Thursdays. There are some activities that will take place on a Saturday (tactical police driving and tour of ALERRT Center). Also, a joint session with the citizen’s academy of the San Marcos Police Department will be held on Tuesday, October 11th.

You must fill out an application and consent to a background check. Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and either reside, or work, in Hays County. The application form is available on our website (http://www.co.hays.tx.us/sheriff.aspx) or may be obtained by contacting the Community Outreach Division or Deputy Stephen Traeger at 512-393-7373 or via email at stephen.traeger@co.hays.tx.us.

Deputy Stephen A. Traeger #6514
Hays County Sheriff’s Office – Community Outreach Unit
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, Texas 78666
CO Office Main: 512.393.7373
Direct: 512.393.7358
stephen.traeger@co.hays.tx.us

Sheriff Gary Cutler is proud to announce that the Hays County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications to the second Advanced Citizens Sheriff’s Academy Course. The academy starts on February 25, 2016 and will conclude on April 7, 2016. The academy consists of seven weeks of courses designed to give those who had already gone through the Basic Citizens Academy Course more knowledge about Hays County law enforcement operations and current issues.

Participants attending the academy will have open discussions with presenters. Presentations will include information from the Hays County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, Medical Examiner’s Office and Sheriff’s Office personnel. Topics will include: Fraud and Identity Theft, Crimes against Children, Sex Crimes, Auto-Theft Investigations, Polygraphs, Active Shooter Response for Civilians, and Death Scene Investigations.

The Advanced Citizens Academy Course is also open to those that have completed the basic course. Courses will be held at the Hays County Sheriff’s Office located at 1307 Uhland Road, San Marcos on Thursdays from 6:00p until 9:00p. There will be one Saturday class. For further information or questions, contact Deputy Tom Ormsby with the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Division at 512-393-7373 or via email at tormsby@co.hays.tx.us. The application can also be found on the Sheriff’s Office webpage located at: https://www.co.hays.tx.us/sheriff.aspx

Deputy Stephen A. Traeger #6514
Hays County Sheriff’s Office – Community Outreach Unit
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, Texas 78666
CO Office Main: 512.393.7373
Direct: 512.393.7358
stephen.traeger@co.hays.tx.us

Sheriff Gary Cutler is pleased to announce that the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy is now accepting applications for the 2015 class. The course will start on August 27, 2015. The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy is approximately a 45 hour program designed to give the citizens of Hays County a working knowledge of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office and the criminal justice system as it works in our County. This free program includes 13 weeks of instruction by Hays County Sheriff’s Office staff as well as external guest speakers.

The primary objective of the academy is to build a better understanding between citizens and the Sheriff’s Office through education. It is further hoped that the academy will increase public awareness, dispel suspicions, misconceptions, and increase Sheriff’s Office and community rapport. At the same time, the Sheriff’s Office becomes aware of the feelings and concerns of the community from the participants interaction and input. The instructors of this academy are the supervisors, deputies, and correction officers who work in the areas being taught, and their instructions will give participants insight into the day-to-day operations of the Sheriff’s Office. In return, class instructors receive direct feedback from the class participants on the effects the Sheriff’s Office has on their lives.

Class hours are from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM, and meets on Thursdays. There are some activities that will take place on a Saturday (tactical police driving and firearms). Students will have the opportunity to see demonstrations by the Hays County SWAT Team, Crisis Negotiations Team, K-9 unit, tours of the Hays County Law Enforcement Center and Corrections Complex, Communications Center, Juvenile Detention Center, and the Government Center. Students will also have the opportunity to ride along with a deputy as an observer during their regular shift.

The requirements are simple. You must fill out an application and consent to a background check. Those persons with felony convictions, or who are currently on probation, and anyone who has been convicted for any offense involving moral turpitude are not eligible. Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and either reside, or work, in Hays County.

Class size is limited to 24 people per class so it is important to get your application in early to avoid the waiting list. Applications can be picked up at the Sheriff’s Office or by emailing Deputy Stephen Traeger at stephen.traeger@co.hays.tx.us. Applications must be received on or before August 21, 2015.

Once you graduate, you are encouraged to become a member of the Hays County Citizens Sheriff’s Academy Alumni Association. Alumni members become our volunteer base and are often called upon to assist the Sheriff’s Office with special events and projects. Your successful completion can also lead to other opportunities of service through the Sheriff’s Office, including Community Emergency Response Team, Volunteers In Policing Service, Victims Assistance, and Junior Deputy Academy, just to name a few.

For questions regarding the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy, please contact the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Division or Deputy Stephen Traeger at 512-393-7373 or via email at stephen.traeger@co.hays.tx.us. To apply for the Citizens Academy complete the application and mail, fax, or email it to:

Hays County Sheriff’s Office
Community Outreach Division
Attention: Stephen Traeger
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Phone: 512-393-7373
Fax: 512 393-7879
stephen.traeger@co.hays.tx.us

Link to course announcement
Link to course application

The Hays County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Fall 2013 Citizens Sheriff’s Academy class starting on Thursday, September 12, 2013. The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Sheriff’s Academy is approximately a 45 hour program designed to give the citizens of Hays County a working knowledge of the Hays County Sheriff’s Office and the criminal justice system as it works in our County. The program includes 13 weeks of instruction by Hays County Sheriff’s Office staff.