Established in 1994, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Sheriff's Patrol is a volunteer-based program for individuals 50 years and older who want to serve their community by promoting public safety and crime prevention programs as well as providing assistance at Sheriff stations. Duties range from assisting with administrative work, patrolling neighborhoods, and checking on the welfare of elderly or disabled persons.

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The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office invites you to join the more than 700 volunteers who provide over 168,000 hours of service per year.

Requirements 

The Volunteer Sheriff's Patrol is staffed by individuals who are asked to volunteer a minimum of 6-hours a week. 

 To qualify for the Volunteer Sheriff's Patrol program, all applicants must successfully meet the following requirements:

• At least 50 years of age
• Must be a Lawfully Admitted Permanent Resident
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License and auto insurance
• Must have medical insurance
• Good moral character - conviction of a felony is disqualifying
• Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position
• Must pass a complete background check
• Pass the 2-week Volunteer Patrol Academy
• Agree to abide by all Sheriff's Department rules and policies

All Volunteer Sheriff's Patrol applicants approved for the program attend a formal two-week academy. Some of the topics covered include: Alzheimer’s Safe Return, Crime Prevention, Office Orientation, Ethics and Rules of Conduct, Radio Training, and Traffic Control.

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