by Pittsburgh Police Department
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is pleased to share the Gainey Administration’s announcement of two new police recruit classes.
The first group of recruits will have already successfully completed their Act 120 certification allowing them to become police officers in the Commonwealth. This allows them, upon completion of Pittsburgh Police-specific training, to be working in the field within 12-14 weeks.
The second class, which commences in the spring of 2023, will be working as full police officers within 11 months of training.
“The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is grateful to Mayor Ed Gainey for authorizing an academy class which will ensure that the Bureau maintains the ability to hire officers who reflect our rigorous standards and commitment to the community. We also thank the current PBP members who have never wavered in their duties, in spite of working extra hours amid lower-than-budgeted staffing levels to maintain the safety and security of our City. By hiring additional personnel, the Bureau will be able to improve services and create additional opportunities for officers to more fully engage with the community,” said Acting Police Chief Thomas Stangrecki.