New Hope Police Reserve Unit



WHAT IS A POLICE RESERVE OFFICER?

Police Reserve Officers are non-sworn volunteers who assist the police department in various functions within the limitations set forth by state statutes, city ordinances, and department rules and regulations. Unlike sworn peace officers, Reserve Officers are not licensed by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (MN POST) to enforce the criminal laws of the State of Minnesota and are not compensated for their time. Reserve Officers wear uniforms slightly different from licensed police officers and cannot carry firearms. The Police Reserve unit provides various services such as patrolling the community, assisting at community functions and responding to natural disasters and other emergencies.


To become a Reserve Officer, having a background in law enforcement or any related training is unnecessary. Police Reserve Officers come from all walks of life. Some are pursuing careers in professional law enforcement, while others are just citizens wanting to give back to their community. While the individuals who serve as reservists come from a wide variety of backgrounds, they share a common desire to serve the public, doing one of the most challenging volunteer jobs in America. Please browse the information below for more information on New Hope's Police Reserve Unit. 


If you have questions, contact Reserve Captain Todd Hesemann at 
thesemann@newhopemn.gov or Sergeant Chris Swaja at 763.531.5170 or cswaja@newhopemn.gov, or if ready to apply, use the application below.

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