Field Training Evaluation Program (FTEP)
The Pendleton Police Department uses the Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP), which is intended to provide quality and professional training to our new entry level probationary Police Officers as well as an accelerated program for experienced lateral entry Police Officers. FTEP allows the Pendleton Police Department to use its resources and personnel in an effective manner to establish the needed on the job training for our employees.
The Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) structure is intended to provide optimum utilization of training resources and personnel in the dynamic environment of Law Enforcement to provide:
- Training based on individual need.
- A solid foundation for a progressive career with the Pendleton Police Department.
- Evaluation of each participant based on established guidelines to ensure consistent training with integrity and reliability.
- An accurate and complete record of each participant's progress based on observed performance and testing.
Pendleton Police Department Field Training Officers
The Pendleton Police Department has 11 members including the Administration, Supervisors and Police Officers who have been through the 40-hour FTEP instruction. The current FTO Program has six active FTO’s, which is supervised by Sgt. Chuck Byram.
For Questions or More Information
If you have any questions about the Field Training and Evaluation Program or our Field Training Officers Sgt. Byram can be reached at (541) 276-4411 Ext. 4690 or by email at Chuck.Byram@ci.pendleton.or.us.