COLONIAL HEIGHTS
POLICE
AUXILIARY
POLICE
 The
Auxiliary Police is a volunteer division of the Colonial Heights Police
Department. The main function
of the Auxiliary Police is to provide support and additional manpower to
the patrol division. At
present there are eleven members which consist of a lieutenant, two
sergeants, and eight officers. The
Auxiliary Police are utilized on both an assigned and call-out basis, as
well to ride-along with officers on patrol.
In the past the Auxiliary Police have been able to provide much
needed additional manpower during holiday celebrations, storms and
disasters, civic events, athletic events, and school functions.
Also during the busy season and throughout the year, the Auxiliary
Police provide security at local retailers, banks, etc.
Besides the initial training upon acceptance by the police
department, the Auxiliary Police receive regular monthly training, firearm
qualifications, and other mandated qualifications.
The requirements
to become an Auxiliary Police Officer are equivalent to those of a regular officer with
the exception of training. Applications may be obtained from the Colonial Heights
Police Department. Qualifications include:
-
 Must be 21 years of age.
- Have a good driving record.
- Pass a background investigation.
- Attend a basic 80-hour course to
include handgun qualification.
- Attend monthly training meetings.
- Work a minimum of 16 hours per
month.
- Must be a resident of the City of Colonial
Heights.
All equipment
and uniforms are furnished by the City of Colonial Heights.
Serving as an
Auxiliary Police Officer is an excellent opportunity to aid your community
while gaining valuable background experience in police work.
To obtain an
application for membership please call 520-9311.
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