The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit

Members of the Reserve Unit are uniformed volunteers (non-paid) trained to perform a variety of operational assignments for the Sheriff's Office. The selection of candidates is based on a comprehensive assessment of each applicant’s qualifications and availability. Each candidate also will undergo a background investigation. Members receive additional training through their monthly meetings and are eligible to attend most training available to sworn and civilian staff.
The Reserve Unit has three levels depending on the skills, experience, and training. (L1, L2, L3)

Minimum Qualifications

• United States citizen

• At least 21 years of age

• Valid driver’s license

• No convictions for felonies or serious misdemeanors.

Benefits

• The opportunity to give back to your community

• Personal fulfillment

• Sense of duty and belonging to a team

Volunteer Requirements

• There are no minimum hours

Potential Assignments

• S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

• Public Relations at county fairs and festivals

• Drone Unit

• Search and Rescue

• Active Shooter Training

• Kid ID

• Traffic Control (fairs and festivals)

• Security and Transport

• Mounted Patrol (Coming in 2025!)

Application Process

Please click the button below to download the application. Complete the application (under “other,” put Reserve Unit”), save it as a new PDF, and submit it to info@wcso84.us
(Do not add any financial data in this application)