Volunteer - Reserve Patrol Deputy

Volunteer - Reserve Patrol Deputy

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

FC 2501 Midpoint, CO

Job Type

Internship/Volunteer

Job Number

202600396

Department

Sheriffs

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

12/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Part Time

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Overview

One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety

If you have a strong desire to serve in law enforcement or are seeking an impactful way to give back to your

community, becoming a Volunteer Reserve Patrol Deputy with the Larimer County Sheriffs Office is an

extraordinary opportunity. Reserve Deputies are dedicated to protecting the lives and property of our residents by

serving as a vital volunteer unit within the Patrol Division. In this role, you will train and serve side-by-side with

full-time, professional peace officers of the highest caliber, gaining invaluable field experience while building lasting

friendships and making a direct difference in Larimer County.

Responsibilities

WHAT THE PROGRAM OFFERS YOU

Personal Satisfaction & Professional Excellence: Serve alongside full-time professional peace officers in one of

Colorados finest law enforcement agencies.

Mentoring & Squad Integration: Recruits receive a dedicated mentor during the Reserve Academy and are

assigned to active squads alongside senior Reserves upon graduation.

Camaraderie & Social Events: Strong unit cohesion built through agency-sponsored events including annual

summer camping trips and holiday celebrations.

OUR HIRING PROCESS & ACADEMY

Selection Process (~4 Months): Annual recruitment includes a Written Exam, Physical Fitness Test, Oral Board

Interview, Background Investigation, Polygraph Exam, and Psychological Test.

POST Reserve Academy (257 Hours): Sheriffs Office-sponsored training held in-person during evenings and

weekends over ~3 months (covering firearms, EVOC driving, and arrest control techniques).

TIME COMMITMENT & DUTIES

Monthly Duties: Minimum of 20 hours of patrol ride-alongs per month (two 10-hour shifts) plus at least 3 hours of

monthly meetings and training.

Callouts & Recertification: Maintain pager availability for emergency callouts (wildland fires, search & rescue, crime

scenes, CSU games, county fair) and complete 40 hours of annual recertification.

Essential Functions

Arrest & Suspect Control: Effect arrests forcibly when required using handcuffs and restraints, subduing resisting

suspects with self-defense maneuvers and approved weapons.

Emergency Vehicle Operation: Operate law enforcement patrol vehicles day or night during emergency situations,

congested traffic, and adverse weather (ice, snow, rain, fog).

Criminal Investigations: Gather facts by interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects, and locate, collect, and

preserve physical evidence and dangerous substances.

Independent Legal Judgment: Exercise sound judgment to establish reasonable suspicion for detentions, probable

cause for arrests/searches, and appropriate degree of force.

Firearms Proficiency: Load, unload, aim, and fire agency handguns, shotguns, and rifles accurately under

high-stress conditions justifying deadly force.

Patrol & Facility Security: Perform foot and vehicle patrols, verify building security, and search individuals, vehicles,

structures, and large outdoor areas.

Tactical Suspect Pursuit: Pursue fleeing suspects on foot over terrain, scale obstacles, crawl in confined spaces,

and breach barriers using physical force.

Radio Communications & Documentation: Communicate coherently over radio channels and prepare accurate

investigative reports, citations, affidavits, and warrants.

Emergency & Rescue Operations: Administer emergency medical aid, direct traffic, deploy fire extinguishers/gas

masks, and assist in county search and rescue callouts.

Public Interaction & Legal Testimony: Communicate effectively with diverse populations, resolve disputes, endure

hostile interactions, and present formal court testimony.

The full job description can be viewed here.

Click here to view the Larimer County Sheriffs Reserve Deputy website.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Specialized education or training in administration of justice, police science, public or business administration, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
• Possession of an appropriate, valid drivers license, or the ability to obtain one by the start date, is required.
• Possession of current first aid and community CPR certificates within six (6) months of the start date is required.

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

• Cannot have a felony conviction

• No convictions involving domestic violence

• No use of illegal drugs within the past five years

• The Sheriff's Office prohibits possession of marijuana by employees under any circumstances and expects employees to comply with federal law.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.

01

Do you currently possess at least a high school diploma or GED certificate?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid drivers license by date of hire?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you ever been convicted of assault of any kind?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you ever been convicted of domestic violence?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you ever been convicted of, or received a deferred sentence, deferred judgment, or a deferred prosecution for a petty offense, misdemeanor traffic offense, (excluding civil traffic infractions), municipal code violation (excluding civil traffic infractions), misdemeanor, or felony, or been adjudicated as a juvenile for an offense that is public record? A yes answer does not automatically disqualify you from employment, since the nature and date of the offense, the job for which you are applying, and other factors will be considered.

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered "Yes" to any of the questions about convictions, please list and explain the offense(s), location, nature, and facts of the offense and the final disposition of the charges.

08

Have you ever tried or used any illegal drugs, including mushrooms, and prescription medication not prescribed to you (not including marijuana)?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, list types of drugs and dates (month/year) of last use for each. If you have never used illegal drugs, state "N/A."

Required Question

Employer Larimer County