SHERIFF'S RESERVES - VOLUNTEER UNPAID

The Reserves Program

The purpose of the Sheriff's Reserves is to support and supplement the Criminal Division of the Umatilla County Sheriff's Office. The Reserves operate under the policy and procedures as set forth in the UCSO Policy and Procedures Manual. The UCSO Reserves program is a volunteer program and is non-paid.

• Minimum of 16 hours per month required, but more is expected from all members.
• Must attend the Reserve Academy (or equivalent) which includes Civil liabilities and a demonstrated proficiency with firearms before being authorized to carry a firearm.
• Carrying a badge and/or a firearm off duty is prohibited without the written permission of the Sheriff.
• All members are required to attend the basic Reserves academy, and other training when available, if no previous LE experience.
• To maintain the highest standard, all applicants must pass standardized POST test administered by Sheriff's Office.
• Background checks including traffic and criminal records, medical and a psychological test are conducted.
• Personal contact with references is made for more information.
• All new Reserves are on a one-year probation and must complete a Reserves Academy before being upgraded to a Regular Reserves position.
• Recruit and Regular Reserves work with other officers at all times.
• Reserves may become Solo Reserves after completing the required hours and training, typically within 2-3 years.
• The Reserves Program is a self-supporting organization that gains its funding through security work, primarily during the Pendleton Round-Up and Hermiston Pro Rodeo.
• Security work is limited to Non-Profit organizations.
• The Reserves Fund covers uniforms, equipment, ammunition, supplies, and vehicles used by the Reserves.
• The individual Reserve is responsible for their own firearms, duty belt, and other miscellaneous items, which can cost up to $1000.00.
• The UCSO Sheriff's Reserves are a group of individuals used to supplement and enhance the regular Criminal Division Deputies, not replace them. They are always under the command and control of the Sheriff of Umatilla County.