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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions enacted

Effective beginning 12:01 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2026, until further notice. These restrictions apply to all private land and BLM managed public lands within the boundaries of the Grand Junction Field Office. For more information visit the Fire Restrictions webpage.

Explorer Program

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

The Mesa County Sheriff's Office Explorer Program is a unit that introduces youth to the world of law enforcement.

Members of the team observe in the performance of their duties for the agency:

  • Deputies
  • Criminal Investigators
  • Administrative personnel
  • 911 Dispatchers
  • Agency volunteers
  • Records personnel
Palisade High School SWAT Presentation

Program duties

Program includes:

  • High school internships
  • Provides members an opportunity to participate and assist with special projects and community events

Activities provide an opportunity for:

  • Youth to learn valuable skills
  • Interact within the criminal justice community
  • Gain a realistic picture of what a career in law enforcement entails

Time requirements

The Explorer Program meets an average of twice a month for training and project assignments.

Apply for program

Application and waiver

Youth Explorer Volunteer Application 2024 (ADA Fillable)

Submit application

Drop off at our office:

215 Rice Street

Grand Junction, CO 81501

Mail completed application:

Mesa County Sheriff

Attention: Youth Explorer Program

215 Rice Street

Grand Junction, CO 81501

Interested in joining the program?

If you are interested in the program, please contact:

Deputy Justin Rolbiecki, Youth Explorer Advisor

Deputy Nathaniel Stobbe, Youth Explorer Advisor