The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office will be holding an informational meeting for youth ages 15-21 years old who are interested in a law enforcement career at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at the Law Enforcement Center (LEC).
The Explorers Program has been in existence since 1976. Accepted members learn response tactics for everyday law enforcement calls, report writing, defensive tactics, and arrest protocol. These skills are put to the test at several competitions across the state of Minnesota against other agencies who participate in the Explorer’s Program. Members are also used to volunteer at community events by providing security, first aid, and traffic control. Explorers are also allowed to participate in ride-alongs with deputies and sit-alongs with dispatchers. The group meets every Sunday night from 5:30-9:15 p.m.
Interested youth are encouraged to attend the informational meeting with their parents or guardians. Attendees are requested to RSVP to Deputy Eric Schultz by email at eric.schultz@co.stearns.mn.us.
Applications are available at the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office.