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Auxiliary Police


If you are looking for experience in the field of law enforcement or you are a community minded adult with a full time job or career or you are retired and interested in helping the Westfield Police Department in service to our community then the Westfield Police Department Auxiliary Police Force could be the answer.

The Westfield Police Department Auxiliary Force is a volunteer organization committed to assisting the Westfield Police Department in serving the citizens of Westfield. Their duties and responsibilities consist of patrolling and safeguarding parks, playgrounds and municipal buildings. They also assist Westfield Police Officers at large gatherings and accidnet scenes. In addition they help at special events such as the Little League Parade, the Memorial Day Parade and the fireworks along with many other communioty events.

Auxiliary are trained to a high level of police work. They receive much of the same training that is required for a full time police officer.

Requirements

---Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license

---Must be 21 years of age

---Must be a Massachusetts resident

---Must have an active Massachusetts license to carry

---Must attend and complete the Reserve Intermittent Academy

If you are interested in becoming an Auxiliary Police Officer for the Westfield Police Department send a cover letter of intent to John A. Camerota, Chief of Police, 15 Washington St. Westfield, MA 01085