Volunteer Services

HPD VOLUNTEERS - ACTION THAT COUNTS:

We hit a time when we want to do something, something that makes a difference in people’s lives and our own.  Something that shines a light through our own good and onto others.  We’re all busy – and we want our action to count.  HPD invites you to volunteer with us – we get it, we make it happen.

Volunteers bring unique skills and experience that strengthen our community. The HPD volunteer program is designed to match each volunteer with a meaningful role that provides benefits to both the individual and the City. We thank you in advance for your interest and time spent volunteering with our Department.

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS:

• Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
• Volunteers must be able to successfully complete a background check, which includes both reference checks and a criminal history check.
• Volunteers must support the Hillsboro Police Department and comply with confidentiality requirements and department policies and procedures.

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS:

All volunteers are properly trained for the position in which they will be working and will also receive a handbook with detailed information to better equip them for work within the Hillsboro Police Department. All volunteers are also given the opportunity to go on a ride-along with a patrol officer.

Volunteers can assist HPD in any of the following capacities:

Mediator - assist with community problem solving using skills learned in 32-hour basic mediation training.

Domestic Violence Advocate - provide support and resources to victims of domestic violence crimes.

Youth Peer Court - act as presiding judge over youth peer court sessions.

Graffiti Removal - assist with community graffiti removal and educate the community on the importance of reporting and   removing graffiti as soon as it shows up in their neighborhood.

Crime Prevention Assistant - assist at events designed to educate the public about home, personal, child and public safety.

Program Assistant - assist with clerical duties and supportive services associated with program development.

Police Training - role play in police training events.

Bicycle Safety - assist in educating kids about the proper fitting of bike helmets and the responsibility of bicycle riders.

STEPS TO BECOME AN HPD VOLUNTEER:

• Submit a Volunteer Applications Packet and a Release of Information Form.
• Attend an interview with the Volunteer Services Coordinator.
• Successfully complete a background check.
• Attend a volunteer orientation and required trainings.

CONTACT US:

Phone: 503-681-6474
Fax: 503-615-6260

For more information on the Volunteer Program contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator, Susie Serres.