The Youth Outreach Unit is a joint program of the Police Department and the Blue Springs School District. Click here to link to the Y.O.U. page. Crime prevention programs cover a wide range of topics. The Reserve Unit consists of 16 certified police officers who augment the Patrol Division in responding to calls for service and jail detention duties. They also supply security for school district athletic and social events as needed.
Some officers work totally as volunteers, and some are paid part-time employees.
This is a volunteer position with no arrest powers. NCO's perform duties that do not require the services of commissioned police officers. NCO's must be at least 18 years old and complete a selection process. Post members are trained in CPR, radio procedures, and patrol procedures. They may then ride with officers on patrol and observe their actions.