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Volunteer programs at the Sheriff's Office

Are you interested in helping your community and the men and women of law enforcement?

Sheriff Todd Rowell and the Mesa County Sheriff's Office are actively recruiting community members interested in volunteering to help their community and the Sheriff's Office.

Volunteer with one of these specialized volunteer programs

Citizens on Patrol (COP)

Specialized group of volunteers who assist with patrol duties, special events, large incidents, and any other duties as requested by the Mesa County Sheriff's Office.

Internships

We offer unpaid internships during the spring, summer, and fall semesters. Interested in a position?

Jail Ministry

A non-profit organization separate from the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office that serves the inmate population in the Detention Facility.

Ride-Along Program

Interested in learning more about the Sheriff's Office? Sign up for a ride-along!

Search and Rescue

Find information on the program, teams, how to apply and use the program, frequently asked questions, contact information.

Victim Advocate Program (VAP)

Provides comfort and compassion to a person who may have just experienced the worst event in their life. Interested in Volunteering?

Youth Explorer Program

Do you know someone age 14-20 who has an interest in a law enforcement career?

Wildland Fire Team

Did you know Mesa County Sheriff's deputies also fight fires?

The Sheriff’s Office is always looking for administrative volunteers

Work includes

  • Filing of fingerprint cards.
  • Checking documents for accuracy.
  • Scan documents into a system database.
  • Assisting with special projects such as updating databases, gathering data, updating website information, and re-organizing areas.

Apply now!

  • Interested candidates will need to complete an application.
  • Required local and national background record check.
  • References are required.

Volunteer Programs - Application (Revised 2021)

Training is provided!

Oftentimes it's the volunteers who have the best ideas for new volunteer programs.

We welcome any ideas you may have.

Contact information

If any of these positions intrigue you or you have ideas for other positions and would like to begin this adventure with us:

Please contact

Sergeant Craig Bowen