Programs

Volunteers in Policing

Selma Police Volunteers

Our mission is to support the department by providing non-enforcement services which then allows sworn police officers to focus on their primary mission of crime prevention and enforcement of the state and city laws.

Who are we?

The Selma Police Volunteers are a team of trained citizen volunteers who assist police with non-enforcement duties and value added services that allow officers to focus on crime reduction. Volunteer members do not take enforcement action, carry weapons or make arrests.

Why become a Police Volunteer?

As a volunteer you will contribute to positive communications between your community and law enforcement as member of the team.  You will:

• Assist in controlling, reducing, and preventing crime in Selma

• Meet new people in varied settings

• Gain valuable work experience

• Take pride in knowing you are part of the solution in crime reduction

  Selma Police Volunteers can be searched online for additional information at:

www.policevolunteers.org

Interested individuals are invited to call Sgt. Steve Lowery at 559-896-2525 ext. 2279 or billiel@cityofselma.com

Selma Police Explorer Post 2525

The Selma Police Explorer Post 2525 is an extension of the Boy Scouts of America.  It provides an opportunity for youth ages 14-20 to experience firsthand how a police department functions and what is needed to enter the challenging career of law enforcement. Explorers are taught criminal law, report writing, radio codes, traffic control, first-aid, military drill and other basic techniques. Police Explorers perform a variety of community services, such as parking and crowd control at parades, festivals and special events. Explorers are also encouraged to participate in monthly ride-alongs with patrol officers.

The Post was conceived in 1997 and now has grown to a membership of 13 highly motivated Explorers. The Explorer Post maintains its own chain of command within the Selma Police Department.

Explorers are encouraged to develop leadership skills and self-confidence through a rank system. The Post is lead by an Explorer Captain, Explorer Lieutenant and two Explorer Sergeants. All ranking members are required to pass an oral interview and a written examination.

Membership Requirements

• Must be between the ages of 14 and 20

• Have no serious criminal record or excessive traffic violations

• Be free of any physical and/or mental disability (unless such disability can be reasonably accommodated)

• Maintain a “C” grade average while a student in high school or college

• Be of good moral character

How to Apply for Membership

• Complete and return an Explorer Application

• Pass a background investigation
• For more information on membership, interested individuals should attend an Explorer meeting prior to submitting an application

Meeting Schedule

Day: Rotating Saturdays
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Place: Selma Police Department
1935 E Front St. Selma, Ca 93662
Phone: (559) 896-2525