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Reserve Deputies
Reserve Deputies are a team of trained citizen volunteers who assist Deputies with enforcement duties and work jointly to focus on crime reduction.
Why Become a Reserve Deputy
- Contribute to positive communications between your community and law enforcement as a team member
- To assist in controlling, reducing, and preventing crime in Lake County
- To meet new people in varied settings
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take pride in knowing you are part of the solution in crime reduction!
Training
Reserve Deputies will receive training in but not limited to:
- Basic Report Writing
- CPR and First Aid
- Crime prevention
- Driver Awareness
- Introduction to Law
- Orientation and Organization
- Patrol Procedures
- Radio Communications
- Traffic Control
Qualifications
- 18 years of age or older
- Good Moral Character
- Good Driving record
- No felony convictions
- Current United States citizen
- Pass background check
- Have valid Drivers License
- Reserve Deputies also ride-along with a Patrol Officer as part of the training program
Requirements
- Good people skills
- Wear approved uniform
- Attend required meetings/ trainings
- Reside in Lake County
- Attend and complete a Reserve Academy (Helena or Dawson Community College - 88 hours minimum) within two years of appointment. Paid for by the Sheriff's Office
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Present a professional appearance at all times
Apply
Interested individuals are invited to complete the Reserve Deputy Sheriff Application Form (PDF) and return via drop-off, fax, or mail your application to:
Lake County Sheriff’s Office Attn: Deputy Shoemaker
106 4th Avenue E
Polson, MT, 59860
Fax: 406-883-7305
Further Information
For more information contact Deputy Shoemaker:
Email Deputy Shoemaker
Phone 406-883-7301