PORT ORCHARD – Sheriff Gary Simpson announced that three of the Sheriff’s Office’s newest deputies have graduated from the Basic Law Enforcement Academy in Burien. All three have returned to the patrol division and are continuing with the last phases of their training before being assigned to solo patrol.

Deputies Rosalva Rinks, Noland Williams and Aimee Rogers successfully completed the 709th session of the Basic Law Enforcement academy and graduated on March 12. The academy consists of 720 hours of intense training over the four-month course.

Recruits are trained in multiple subjects including criminal law and procedure, cultural awareness and communications skills, crisis intervention, traffic investigation and enforcement, emergency vehicle operation, firearms and defensive tactics.

All three deputies will return to the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office and enter the final phase of their field training program and riding with experienced deputy field training officers.

“I am extremely proud of each of them”, Simpson said.

“During the many weeks of being away from home, they maintained their personal commitments to both the communities they serve and their families. It is always helpful when a recruit has a supportive family who fully understands the rigors and commitment these deputies have made while attending the academy training. We look forward to the completion of their field training program and hitting the streets.”

KCSO currently has five additional deputies currently attending the academy. One is due to graduate in April while the other four will graduate in June.

The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to search for qualified men and women to join the KCSO team and serve our public in a rewarding and meaningful way. Those who are interested in a career with the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office are encouraged to visit www.kitsapsheriff.com for details.