Florida Highway Patrol Aux. description

The Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary is... A professionally trained, all volunteer law enforcement organization dedicated to providing direct assistance and operational support to the Florida Highway Patrol Responsible for promoting public safety for the citizens of and the visitors to the State of Florida Since 1957, Auxiliary Troopers have assisted the Florida Highway Patrol in the performance of its daily duties which include: Patrolling the streets and highways of the state Providing timely assistance to disabled motorists Participating in vehicle equipment and license checkpoints Participating in specialized details Responding to natural disasters and other emergency situations.Auxiliary Trooper candidates must undergo a rigorous hiring process and training similar to a full time state trooper. The Auxiliary is composed of a diverse group of community oriented men and women, who donate their time and efforts to make the difficult task of law enforcement safer and more effective for the troopers and citizens traveling our highways. Members of the auxiliary are volunteers, and the Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary is a separate, nonprofit entity of the Florida Highway Patrol. Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary is authorized by the Florida Legislature. As a Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary State Trooper you will be part of a truly professional Law Enforcement Agency that consistently strives to maintain the highest caliber of personnel dedicated to providing service to the public. Auxiliary troopers’ responsibilities constantly increase as a member completes advanced training. Presently, we are fully equipped in the same manner as our brother State Troopers. Initially, you will ride with a trooper to provide “second officer” backup. After additional experience and training, you may be approved for “Limited Scope Patrol” (L.S.P.). L.S.P. certified officers patrol solo in a marked patrol unit to provide assistance to motorists and troopers.