Volunteering with the Citizens Patrol

Citizens Patrol at 2019 Cops and Kids

The Lynnwood Police Department Citizens Patrol is a group of dedicated and passionate individuals who serve as community ambassadors for the Lynnwood Police Department. Additionally, our Citizens Patrol unit plays a pivotal role in providing essential services to enhance the quality of life for our diverse Lynnwood communities. 

Essential duties:

  • Provide traffic control during minor incidents
  • Open locked car doors and assist with battery jump-starts
  • Represent Lynnwood Police Department at community and city events
  • And many more exciting projects and assignments

Come join us and together we can build a safer community!

Online

Step 1.Review Minimum Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • Able to contribute minimum of 10 hours per month between patrol shifts and one monthly meeting
  • Able to pass our background check
  • Able to lift up to 10 lbs 

Step 2.Complete and Submit Application

Apply Now 

Step 3.Schedule a Ride Along

We will contact you to schedule a ride along with an existing volunteer shift. Upon completion of the ride along, we will provide you with a take home Personal History Packet

Step 4.In Person Interview

Once you have completed your ride along shift, we will contact you shortly to schedule a brief interview with our volunteer and staff.

Step 5.Background Check

Upon completion of an interview, ride along and personal history packet, we will begin our background check process, e.g. fingerprints, criminal and driving record check, etc.

Step 6.Acceptance Confirmation

Once our staff has reviewed your complete application and personal history packet,  we will contact you within two weeks with our decision.

In Person

Step 1.Review Minimum Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • Able to contribute minimum of 10 hours per month between patrol shifts and one monthly meeting
  • Able to pass our background check
  • Able to lift up to 10 lbs 

Step 2.Complete and Submit Application

Use the Apply Now button below to print out an application. Once you completed the application, you may drop it off at the front desk of the Lynnwood Police Department.

Apply Now 

Step 3.Schedule a Ride Along

We will contact you to schedule a ride along with an existing volunteer shift. Upon completion of the ride along, we will provide you with a take home Personal History Packet

Step 4.In Person Interview

Once you have completed your ride along shift, we will contact you shortly to schedule a brief interview with our volunteer and staff.

Step 5.Background Check

Upon completion of an interview, ride along and personal history packet, we will begin our background check process, e.g. Finger print, criminal and driving record check.

Step 6.Acceptance Confirmation

Once our staff reviewed your complete application and personal history packet,  we will contact you within two weeks with our decision.

This unique training course is provided by Lynnwood Police Officers and experienced Citizens Patrol members and staff. Potential candidates will acquire the necessary skill set to become proficient in performing all tasks safely and professionally.