The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with the Gibsonville Police Department will be starting Law Enforcement Explorer Post #592 in Gibsonville, NC. The Explorer Post is a great way to learn about the law enforcement profession and begin the preparation process to become an officer. Knowledge gained through training gives involved youth a better understanding of the roles that law enforcement officers play in our society.
The Explorer program is not only for those who wish to pursue careers in law enforcement, but also offers many opportunities in other areas as well. Involved youth learn leadership skills, the value of teamwork, and gain important perspective on their roles in our society. Youth ages 10-20 are eligible for membership in the Explorer Post.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must have parent’s permission
- Must be enrolled in school (or actively home-schooled) if you haven’t completed High School
- Complete the GCSO’s Summer Youth Academy within 12 months of Post membership
- Must maintain a grade point average of 2.0
- Must have not been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor, must not be under indictment for felony or serious misdemeanor, or on probation for any criminal activity
- Must be willing to participate in training, public service, and social activities
- Must be willing to obey all rules of Explorer Post 592, and the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office
- Must be mentally and physically capable of participating in the community service and training activities of Explorer post 592
This Explorer Post will meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month starting at 6:00 pm at the Guilford Sheriff Office Firing Range in Gibsonville, NC. Occasionally this schedule will be adjusted to meet training and service requirements. Any Explorer missing a meeting is required to notify his/her assigned squad leader in advance of the meeting.
Explorers are active in the community and perform a community service task monthly. Many times, these tasks are tied in to events requiring law enforcement presence. Explorers can also expect to learn about and/or train in the skills required to perform law enforcement tasks.
These include:
- Patrol Tactics & Techniques
- Crime Scene Investigations
- Special Response Tactics
- Deadly Force Issues
- Courtroom Procedures
- Defensive Tactics
- Jail Operations
- Crime Prevention & Community-Oriented Policing
Parents are encouraged to attend the initial meeting with new Explorer cadets. If you are interested in participating, please contact us with the information below. We hope you will find the Explorer Post to be an opportunity to learn more about your Sheriff's Office. Please consider contributing to the betterment of the Sheriff's Office and the Guilford County Community by taking part of this opportunity. Contact information is listed below.
Guilford County Sheriff’s Office
Attention: CRU, MCPL J.A. Page or Deputy A. Almonor
400 West Washington St. Greensboro, NC 27401
Contact Information: MCPL J.A. Page
phone: 336-641-3378
email: jpage0@guilfordcountync.gov
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Any additional media inquiries should be directed to the Sheriff’s Communications Specialist Lori Poag at the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office at 336-641-2752.
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