Police Reserves

Police Reserve Volunteer

The South St. Paul Police Reserves, formed in 1941 as a civil defense group, is an active and vital arm of police protection in the city. Members provide assistance in emergencies, patrol various areas, and participate in community events.

The purpose of the South St. Paul Police Reserve Unit is to assist the South St. Paul Police Department in disaster situations, parades, public gatherings, and any situation where extra personnel are needed.

An important function of the Reserve Unit is to assist the patrol division of the Police Department in the delivery of non-hazardous services. In doing so, a Reserve Officer may be asked to :

• Assist in crime scene protection
• Assist in the search for lost persons or evidence
• Direct traffic at accident or fire scenes
• Provide other services as assigned
• Provide routine limited squad patrol to include parks, schools, playgrounds, Fleming Field Airport, and any area assigned
• Provide staffing or security for community or school events or routine assignments

Qualifications include being at least 19 years of age, possessing a high school diploma or equivalent, and having a valid Minnesota driver's license with a good driving record. Prior first aid and / or law enforcement training is desirable but not required. Training will be provided by the South St. Paul Reserve Unit. Reserve Officers are required to put in an average of eight hours per month and attend monthly meetings.