Police Auxiliary

The police auxiliary program is an intense, demanding volunteer assignment requiring a commitment of at least sixteen (16) hours of service each month, including one special event.

The program is a cost effective method designed to increase the efficiency of the patrol officer while maintaining the Departmental standard of high quality, timely public service.

The auxiliary officer performs a wide variety of support services to both the police officer on the street and the citizens of the county. Many of the auxiliary officers have received official commendations recognizing their dedication to duty and the quality of the services they provide. Selected candidates receive free uniforms, free professional training and specialized equipment.

The minimum qualifications required are:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• U.S. Citizen
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
• Have and maintain a residential telephone.
• Must volunteer a minimum of sixteen (16) hours per month.

Duties Include:

• Direct traffic
• Identify and process abandoned vehicles
• Retrieve and store recovered property
• Investigate roadway hazards
• Perform home security surveys
• Patrol senior citizen residential complexes
• Perform courier duties (mail runs, etc)
• Handle vehicle lockouts
• Assist at DWI Sobriety Checkpoint locations
• Supplement School Crossing Guard Program when needed
• Issue parking tickets for handicapped and fire lane parking violations
• Other non-emergency activities

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