Building Blocks of a Law Enforcement Volunteer Program

Law enforcement volunteer programs vary by agency but the principles in their foundation are universal. This introductory course teaches attendees how to implement a volunteer program within a law enforcement agency. Participants will come away with a greater understanding of the importance of program infrastructure, recruitment, selection and management, training, recognition, and assessment. These building blocks will resonate with agencies just starting out with volunteers.

Who Should Attend

Law enforcement volunteer coordinator or agency representative tasked with the development and implementation of a volunteer program.

Cost and Registration

There is no registration fee to attend any training. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Attendees traveling more than 50 miles may be eligible to receive a $150 stipend to offset travel related costs. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit two per department. Click here to find and register for this training.

Advancing an Existing Law Enforcement Volunteer Program

After establishing a law enforcement volunteer program, many coordinators find themselves asking, “What’s next?” This training works to answer that question by providing information about volunteer management issues, advocacy and sustainability, innovative ideas, personnel issues, engaging youth, public health crises, recognition, and finding. By expanding the vision of a program coordinator, the volunteer program will have the potential to grow and succeed.

Who Should Attend

Law enforcement volunteer coordinator or agency representative who is responsible for managing a volunteer program.

Cost and Registration

There is no registration fee to attend any training. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Attendees traveling more than 50 miles may be eligible to receive a $150 stipend to offset travel related costs. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit two per department. Click here to find and register for this training.

VIPS and Disaster Response

Responding to a disaster can strain a law enforcement agency's limited resources. Recent disasters have shown that law enforcement volunteers can play a valuable role in supplementing disaster preparation, response, and recovery efforts. This introductory training provides information about integrating volunteers into a law enforcement agency's plan for natural disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies. Participants will come away with specific information about disaster preparedness, the role of volunteers during disasters, CERT and pandemic response.

Who Should Attend

Law enforcement volunteer coordinator or agency representative who is responsible for managing a volunteer program.

Cost and Registration

There is no registration fee to attend any training. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Attendees traveling more than 50 miles may be eligible to receive a $150 stipend to offset travel related costs. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit two per department. Click here to find and register for this training.