14-331 The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Volunteer Patrol Is Now Taking Applications
Volunteer Patrol Unit
Who:
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office
Community Policing Unit
- Sheriff’s Volunteer Patrol
What:
Sheriff’s Volunteer Patrol Academy.
When:
Applications are now being accepted.
Where:
10750 Ulmerton Road, Largo
Why/How:
Applications are now being accepted for the next Sheriff’s Volunteer Patrol Academy. This volunteering opportunity gives citizens a chance to work side by side with deputy sheriffs.
Volunteer Patrol applicants must meet the following requirements:
* Must be a citizen of the United States and be a full-time or seasonal Pinellas County resident.
* Be at least 25 years old.
* Have a valid driver’s license.
* Successfully complete a volunteer application.
* Pass a Sheriff’s Office background investigation.
* Complete a training Academy.
* Should be available to volunteer at least 36 hours per quarter.
* Previous law enforcement experience is not a requirement.
The Sheriff’s Volunteer Patrol activities include: directing traffic, issuing parking tickets, assisting disabled motorists, participating in community events and several other responsibilities.
For more Information call the Volunteer Office (Attn: Corporal Gross) at 727-582-6937.
