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About Explorer Post 602
The Police Department's
Explorer Post 602 is one of the longest running posts in Texas. Established in
the mid-seventies, Post 602 has introduced many young people to careers in
law enforcement.
Affiliated
with the Boy Scouts of America Learning for Life Program, Explorer
membership is open to anyone from age 14 to 20 who is interested in
pursuing a law enforcement career. Members receive police-related training and
exposure that includes ride outs with APD patrol officers. Explorers are
also involved in many community service projects throughout Arlington.
The structure of the Explorer
post mirrors that of a typical police department. Opportunities for
leadership within the post occur by promotion. The post is led by the post
captain, followed by a lieutenant, and then by a sergeant under the
supervision of adult advisors who are officers of the Arlington Police
Department's School Resource unit.
Membership Requirements
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14-20 years of age
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Arlington resident or attending an Arlington school
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Maintain passing grades
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Complete a background check
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Able to commit to weekly Tuesday night meetings
from 6:00-8:00 PM
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