Explorer Program

The Sheriff's Department Explorer Program, sponsored in cooperation with Boy Scouts of America, provides an excellent opportunity for young men and women who are considering law enforcement as a career.
The San Diego Sheriff's Explorer Program is currently looking for young men and women to join in the field of Law Enforcement. Applicants must be between the ages of 15-20, pass a written exam, and a condensed version of a Law Enforcement Academy. Explorers participate in various Department events including the Annual Explorer Competition in Nevada. Members participate in the field of law enforcement by on-the-job-exposure to the Department’s various duties and functions including Patrol ride-alongs, office duties, classroom training, etc.
If you are interested in joining the program, or know someone who would be interested please email Deputy John Hintz at John.Hintz@sdsheriff.org


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