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The Hercules
Police Department in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of
America offers an opportunity to youth between the ages of
14 and 21.
The
Explorer Program helps youth explore the possibility of
becoming a Police officer through education. The program
matches the interests of youth with adult expertise. The
purpose of the Explorer program is to provide experiences
to help young people mature and to become responsible and
caring adults. These young adults learn ethical decision
making through positive social interaction, leadership
development, hands-on experience, problem solving skills,
and service to the community.
Youth
are selected for membership and then attend an eight month
police academy training program, where they are shown most
aspects of police work. Upon completion of the academy
phase, the recruit is given a uniform and allowed to ride
with a police officer to observe for a day. In addition,
explorers are asked to work certain community functions
throughout the year.
As an Explorer
you will participate in traffic control, fingerprinting,
search and rescue activities, ride alongs, community
activities and more.
Please call
510-799-8260 for more information.
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