Field Training Officer/Corporal

A Field Training Officer is responsible in carrying out the task of assisting with the Field Training and Evaluation Program. The purpose of the Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTO) is to train new deputies so that each is prepared to function as a solo beat deputy at the conclusion of their training cycle.
The training cycle consists of 3 weeks of intensive on-the-job training and daily performance evaluations. Training is conducted and staffed by field training officers and sergeants on a 24-hour basis.
Field training officers have the dual responsibility of providing police service in their assigned beats, as well as conducting training and evaluations for new deputies.  
Image of Field Traing Program in action Deputies are required to meet specific performance standards in various performance categories before being certified for solo patrol duty. After completion of the FTO program, each officer is assigned to a patrol team. During this time, the officer is evaluated on a biweekly basis by their patrol Sergeant. As the deputies near the completion of their probationary period, the FTO program administers a formal oral board examination to review the officer's performance as a solo beat officer. Deputies who have performed at an acceptable level and pass their 10 Month Oral Interview are recommended for retention as permanent employees.