Volunteers and interns serve with diligence, pride, and dedication, and they continue to introduce new ideas, a fresh outlook, and an invigorating spirit to our workforce. Their contributions are highly valued and greatly appreciated by the Police Department and the community it serves. Currently, our active, highly diverse volunteer corps numbers approximately 200. Volunteers are involved in nearly all aspects of the department's operations from training to communications. They work side by side in support of the line officers, command staff, and civilian employees.
CURRENTLY OPENINGS: Looking for volunteers to conduct senior safety outreach presentations to groups within our community.
VOLUNTEER APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age of 16. Successfully pass background check. Be a U.S. citizen. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must have a valid green card.
If interested, please submit an application located on our website: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/pol/join-our-team.html
For questions, email us at Police.VRS@montgomerycountymd.gov
We look forward to working with you.
Volunteers in Policing are assigned to various units within MCPD. Those interested, must submit the Volunteer Application and undergo a thorough background check including a criminal history, driving history. As part of the background check, applicants are fingerprinted and interviewed. Training is provided once the volunteer is assigned to a specific location.
Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL.
