The Bloomington Police Reserve Unit is on the lookout for residents willing to take a hands-on role in supporting their work. Volunteers from all backgrounds are invited, whether they're testing the waters of a career in law enforcement or they're just committed to making a difference in their community.
According to an announcement on the City of Bloomington's official website, these reserve officers play a crucial role in non-criminal police functions. This includes managing traffic, maintaining peace among the crowds at local events, and conducting checks at businesses and parks. Dedicated to their volunteer role, when emergencies arise or the community calls, they respond.
Prospective volunteers should be ready to work a few evening shifts each month and attend monthly training sessions. These meetings are essential for keeping up to date with the required skills which, as the City of Bloomington notes, range from patrol tactics to defensive techniques. The best part? The uniforms and necessary equipment are provided at no cost to the volunteers.
Those looking to apply need to meet a few prerequisites: applicants must be at least 20 years of age, possess a valid driver's license, have a clean criminal record, and be able to commit to about 10 volunteer hours a month. Offering a peek into the point of entry for new members, the City of Bloomington outlines an in-house Reserve Academy designed to equip the volunteers with first responder skills and more.
Applications, as mentioned by the City of Bloomington, are accepted year round. Eager to contribute to the Bloomington Police Reserve Unit? You can download your application form and submit it either via email to [email protected] or in person at the Bloomington Police Department located at 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road. For all the details and to grab your form, swing by their website.
