Other Volunteer Positions

COPS- (Citizens On Patrol Services), these volunteers are eager to be a part of the solution to crime in Charlotte county. The Road Patrol units utilize marked cars and uniforms, and serve as extra eyes and ears to report any criminal activity to a supervisor. This dedicated group may work in unison with other county facilities to accomplish the mission they are tasked with. Marine units utilize a CCSO vessel to patrol the waterways, and also report to a supervisor.

Administrative Volunteer - these volunteers fill a need for data entry, filing or answering phones, according to agency need and the volunteer's skills.

Explorers- a program designed for youth 14-19 years of age, who are interested in a future law enforcement career. The members participate in challenging projects and programs that serve as an introduction to the police profession. Regular monthly meetings are held along with other activities that are designed to broaden their understanding of the challenges and job skills needed in today's police service. The Explors program instills a sense of pride, prepares members for leadership roles, teaches self-initiative and skills to assist others in need.

Cold Case Squad- volunteers who have a law enforcement investigative background work on cases that are "cold" in an attempt to bring them to a close.

Aviation- volunteers have aviation experience and assist with CCSO aircraft while under supervision.

Date posted: July 20, 2009

To apply for a full time Law Enforcement, Corrections, Reserve or civilian position, please download the preliminary application (PDF). You will need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the files. This preliminary application can either be printed and fill out by hand, or it can be filled out on your computer using Acrobat Reader. If you fill out the form using Acrobat Reader, you will need to print your completed preliminary application before you close the program. It will not let you save the completed form. After the Sheriff’s Office has received your application, you may be scheduled to appear for an oral board. Candidates who successfully complete the oral board will be asked to complete the full application form.

To apply for a volunteer position such as Parking Enforcement, COPS, Explorers etc, please download and complete our volunteer application, using the same instructions as above. These positions do not require an oral board.

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