Placer County California

Explorer Post 901 is sponsored by the Placer County Sheriff’s Department. This successful program is designed to educate and involve young men and women in police operations and to interest them in law enforcement functions, whether they enter the field of law enforcement or not.

Law Enforcement Explorers are volunteers. As an Explorer, young adults have the opportunity to assist the Placer County Sheriff’s Department. Explorers have the opportunity to broaden their understanding and firsthand knowledge of the challenges and job skills that make up their community’s police service. In addition to gaining a working knowledge of police work, participants have the opportunity to give themselves to their community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EXPLORER POST # 901
		Be between the ages of 14-20 years of age
		Be of good moral character
		Appropriate weight for height and build
		No serious police record
		Minimum 2.5 GPA in all school work
		Be able to attend bi-monthly Explorer meetings
		Be willing to volunteer your time to attend Explorer functions
		Be willing to commit to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics and exemplify the professional image of the Placer County Sheriff’s Office

Any male or female who meets these requirements may apply for this program.

EXPLORER PROGRAM GOALS

It is the goal of the Placer County Sheriff’s Department to provide an effective law enforcement post for young adults. This is provided through the following experience areas:

Career training in the area of law enforcement:
- Patrol Procedures
- First Aid
- Laws of Arrest
- Leadership
- Ride-Along with Patrol Deputy
- Annual Explorer Training Events
- Local, Regional, and National Competition

Social Activities
- Field Trips
- Sports Events

Community Services
- Direct Traffic
- Crowd Control
- Administrative Duties
- Safety Fairs

Leadership Training

Gain a Sense of Pride in Our Community and Country
Learn Individual Responsibilities

HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EXPLORER POST?

The Placer County Sheriff’s Explorers meet a minimum of bi-monthly from 5:30 – 8:30 PM at the Sheriff’s South Placer Sub-Station located at 6140 Horseshoe Bar Rd., Loomis.

Interested candidates should contact the Explorer Post to schedule an orientation session. Prospective candidates under the age of 18 years of age must have their parent/guardian’s permission to attend. At this orientation meeting an Explorer or Advisor will be available to explain the program, supply applications, and answer any questions. If you meet the minimum qualifications for an Explorer, you will be invited to compete in the selection process. The selection process consists of an oral interview and a background investigation.

After successful completion of the testing and background you will be come a probationary Explorer. After a minimum of six months of meetings, training, and a test, you will earn your badge to wear on your uniform. A $5 fee per month is assessed from each Explorer for BSA registration. Additional costs may be incurred for competitions. Some equipment may be issued to each Explorer. Other necessary equipment and uniform costs are the responsibility of the Explorer.

America’s hope for the future

lies in the youth of today”

This philosophy led the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) to develop its Exploring Division for career-oriented young adults, ages 14 through 20. Members are referred to as “Explorer” and, while the Explorer program is distinctively different from scouting, Exploring is the co-educational, young adult program developed and supervised by local community organizations, businesses, and individuals to provide an opportunity for young adults to explore a particular career field.

For information and application contact:	Advisors:

Placer County Explorer Post #901	Deputy Bettencourt 916-652-2403
South Placer Sub-Station	Deputy Doolittle
6140 Horseshoe Bar Rd.	Deputy Williams
Suite D	Deputy Glau
Loomis, CA 95650	Sgt Johnson
Information: 916-652-2403	Sgt Weaver