EXPLORER
Volunteer Details
Since 1987, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, in affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and Learning for Life, has sponsored Explorer Post 2045 for young people between the ages of 14 and 21, allowing them to work with professionals in law enforcement. It is a youth organization chartered to educate and involve youth in law enforcement operations, to build their interest in possible law enforcement careers, to serve the needs of the public through community service activities, and to build mutual understanding. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office provides an environment that fosters the ideals, knowledge, and philosophy of the law enforcement profession and provides opportunities for interested young people to serve the Sheriff’s Office, as well as the community. The Explorer Post is a self-governing body, overseen and counseled by a committee of volunteer adult advisors. The Explorer Post and its programs provide for education, practical experience, community service, fostering individual personalities, and developing maturity.
Becoming an Explorer Post 2045
Department goals
Exchange Service
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- Firearm Safety
- Firearm training
- Driving training
- Investigative training
- Self-defense and arrest control
- Criminal Law
- Agency policy and procedure
- Specialized Units
Example of Duties
- Complete 10 hours of community service in assigned areas (Patrol Division, Jail Division, Detective Division, and Records Section) per month
- Attend weekly meetings (Tuesdays from 5 P.M. – 8 P.M.) as often as possible
- Participate/assist in County functions such as parades, Adams County Fair, banquets, and Color Guard
- Involvement in fundraising activity as well as miscellaneous duties at the Sheriff’s Office
- Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
Qualifications for Success
To be considered for an Explorer position, you must be between 14-21 years of age; currently enrolled in school with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Candidates must not have any felony convictions and are subject to an integrity interview. Candidates 18 or older will be subject to a CVSA during their integrity interview
Once selected for the position, you will be required to:- Volunteer 10 hours per month in an assigned area of the Sheriff’s Office
- Attend at least two meetings per month
- Attend the Explorer mini-Academy within one year of appointment
- Participate in Physical Fitness activities
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