SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAM

SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAMSPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAMSPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAM
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SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAM

SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAMSPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAMSPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EXPLORER PROGRAM
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MISSION

The mission of the Explorer Program is to teach young adults, between the ages of 16 to 21 years old, about the career field of Law Enforcement, while promoting leadership skills, integrity, respect, honor, and selfless service.

About Us

What We Provide:

The Spokane County Sheriff's Office Explorer program provides a valuable learning environment in which Explorers gain practical experience and knowledge in the law enforcement career.

Areas of Training:

  • Criminal law
  • Criminal procedures
  • Traffic stops
  • Firearms training
  • Defensive tactics
  • Defensive driving
  • Report writing 
  • Domestic Violence


These are only some of the training that are offered to the Explorers. Some training can include an instructor from the specialty units within the Sheriff Office such as SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics), ASU (Air Support Unit), EOT (Emergency Operations Team), EDU (Explosive Disposal Unit), and much more.

Explorer Meetings:

We meet every 1st, 3rd, and 5th (if applicable) Wednesday of each and month (excludes holidays & academy). Most meetings take place at 1121 W Gardner Ave, Spokane, WA 99260, Department of Emergency Management. 


Some meetings may also take place at the Training Center, range, racetrack, hangar, etc. depending on the training that is being conducted for that day. For the most up to date meeting location, please contact explorers@spokanesheriff.org.

Explorer Academy

Explorer Academy

In addition, the Spokane County Sheriff's Office Explorer program also attends the Washington Law Enforcement Exploring Advisors (WLEEA) academy twice a year, which is held at the Yakima Training Center. This academy gathers agencies with explorer posts from all over the state to conduct an intense week long training regarding the career of law enforcement. For more information on the academy, please visit the WLEEA website https://wleea.com/. 

Eligibility

Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Must be at least 16 years of age and not yet 21 years of age
  • Must be of sound moral character
  • Must have a 2.5 accumulative grade point average if attending a school
  • Must have no record of arrest and/or conviction within the last three years and no felony convictions
  • Must have reliable transportation and maintain a good driving record if licensed
  • Must pass an oral board and background check
  • Must be able and willing to abide by program regulations.
  • Must attend three consecutive Explorer meetings prior to an oral board


Benefits

Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Gain practical knowledge and experience in the carrier field of law enforcement
  • Receive quality training (firearms, EVOC, tactical medicine) that are usually restricted to law enforcement personnel
  • Uniform and gear provided 
  • Opportunity to serve and give back to the community
  • Make life long connections with other Explorers all over the state
  • Unlimited ride along opportunities with access to the whole agency 

Community Events

As an Explorer you will also be able to give back to the community by helping with events such as Holidays and Heroes, Lilac Parade, Bloomsday Run, and much more!

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