Welcome
You may see them driving police vehicles, walking
a beat, or even riding a bicycle They are dressed in full police uniform
and equipped with all the usual safety equipment. At first glance you
may think it’s just a regular police officer working a regular shift.
But looks can be deceiving. It may actually be a Gallatin Police Department
Reserve Police Officer, and there is nothing regular about that.
Reserve Police Officers are an unique type of individual. They are
generally not content to play a passive role in life. They are civic-minded
and service oriented people who "get involved" for the betterment of
their community. They are dedicated and motivated individuals who give
of their own time and energy to help make Gallatin a better place to
live.
A successful Reserve program, made up of citizen volunteers from within the community, stands as a symbol of Gallatin Police Department's commitment to community partnerships and teamwork to improve the quality of life within our city. Reserve Police Officers are effective spokespersons in their neighborhoods, resulting in a better understanding and support of law enforcement. Conversely, their presence in the Department provides full-time officers with a deeper insight into all segments of the City’s population.
In many ways, Reserve Police Officers bridge the gap between the Department and the community and in doing so, live up to the creed that to be a Reserve Police Officer is "Twice the Citizen"
Are you interested?
Are you interested in a career in law enforcement? Are you looking to give back to the community that you live or work in? Are you looking for a sense of pride in what you do? If you are you may want to consider becoming a Reserve or Auxiliary Police Officer?
The Gallatin Police Department Reserve Officer Program is comprised of community members, such as yourself, who wish to volunteer as a Police Officer. These officers supplement the full-time officers in a variety of duties throughout the Department.
This program is idea for individuals who have an established career and do not wish to make a full transition to full-time Police Officer or for those seeing eventual full-time employment as a Police Officer. Reserve Officers can enjoy the best of both worlds, maintain their chosen career while helping to police in the community.
