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Explorers
Law Enforcement Exploring is a special interest program chartered by the Boy Scouts of America. The program gives students a working knowledge of how law enforcement functions within the community.
The application period for our Folsom Police Explorers for the 2022/2023 school year has now closed. Applications periods will reopen if space is available or for next school year.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 14 years of age (graduated from middle school or junior high) and under the age of 21.
- Must be in good overall health and able to perform duties as required.
- Must live within the city limits of Folsom or be a child/dependent of a City of Folsom Police Department employee.
- Must maintain a “C” average in all schoolwork and 2.5 GPA (no “Ds” or “Fs”). A transcript will be required before you are hired as an Explorer and proof of grades must be provided to the Explorer Coordinator quarterly.
- Must complete application, pass an oral interview, be free from drug/alcohol use, and no criminal arrests.
- Successfully pass a background check that will include:
- Criminal history check
- DMV history check
- Contact with references
- Recommendation letters from family members and teachers.
- Pass 6-month probationary period.
- Demonstrate a willingness to serve and participate in Explorer activities.
Training Provided
- Traffic control
- Radio procedures
- Accident investigation
- First Aid
- Traffic law
- Criminal law
- Crime prevention
- Criminal investigation
- General Police Procedures
Requirements
- Minimum of 16 volunteer hours per month.
- Must conform with Folsom Police Department and Police Explorer rules and regulations.
- Required to attend two meetings per month and participate in Department's teams for Rodeo and Public Safety Trunk-or-Treat.
Explorer Duties
- Work in specialized areas such as communications, detectives, and crime scene investigation upon completion of training.
- Participate in skills competitions with other Folsom Police Explorers.
- Traffic control at city events such as parades, DUI checkpoints, and other city events.
Additional Information
For more information, contact program advisor Corporal Wesley Davis.