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A. Preliminary Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must possess a valid drivers license with acceptable driving history
• Complete the part time employment application (Available at the Tupelo City Hall )
• Pass a thorough background check
• Complete an in-person Interview
• Completed High School or GED

B. Secondary Requirements

• Complete the required curriculum set forth by the State of Mississippi Board of Minimum Standards. (Academic and Physical Fitness standards)
• All Tupelo Police Reserves must complete the field-training program after graduating from the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Academy. This probationary period ranges from six (6) to twelve (12) months depending on the individuals available time.
• Become familiar with and follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) set forth by the Tupelo Police Department.

Our Mission

The mission of the Tupelo Police Department Reserve Division is to provide support to the Patrol and Special Operation Divisions of the Tupelo Police Department to fulfill our common goal of making the city a safe place to live and visit.

Reserve of the Year

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TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — The Tupelo Police Department honored one of its most dedicated reserve officer volunteers Thursday night at the Athletic League.

The Reserve Officer of the Year Award went to former city councilman Bill Nesmith.  Nesmith has worked as a reserve officer since 2006.

Right now, the police department has about 22 reserve officers on staff.

Reserve officers go through a shortened basic training.  Their responsibilities vary and include patrolling special events without pay.

Nesmith explains why he volunteers.

“It’s a love I have for the city and the community.  When I served on council I got involved in a lot with the police department.  It has been a carry over wanting to serve the people and our great city,” said Nesmith.

“We look at dedication and commitment they (reserve officers) put to the division.  Overall, the time and going out beyond the call of duty.  Reaching out like he (Nesmith) did helping newer officers,” said Reserve Officer Coordinator Eric Gibens.

Last year, reserve officers logged 4,300 hours.

Announcements

Ride-A-long Approval

Approval for all ride-a-long request MUST BE APPROVED TWO (2) DAYS PRIOR.

It must be approved be by ADMIN (Major of Patrol or Special Operations)

You must check in with the shift supervisor and notify them that you have a Ride-A-Long.  They may place the ride-a-long with a full time officer if they wish.

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