Become An Auxiliary Police Officer

Auxiliary Police are civic-minded men and women who volunteer to assist their local Police Precincts, Housing Police Service Areas, and Transit Districts, by performing uniformed patrol in their community. Auxiliary Officers are the extra "eyes and ears" for the Police Department, performing uniformed foot, vehicle and bicycle patrols. They are trained to observe and report conditions requiring the s

Volunteers meet the following requirements: Be at least 17 yrs of age Live or work in New York City Be in good health Must pass a drug/alcohol screening and sign an affidavit acknowledging compliance with NYPD Zero-Tolerance drug policy. Able to read and write English Never been convicted of a felony or have a previous arrest record that would prevent acceptance A U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident who has a valid visa or alien registration card Be of good character