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The purpose of the VIPS (Volunteer in Police Service) Program is to establish the Alton Police Department's commitment to partnership with the community.
The Alton Police Department utilizes the services of volunteers to help accomplish the Department's goals and objectives; to assist in various duties in areas where there is an identified need
VIPS are not assigned to duties requiring a sworn Police Officer and they will not be used to supplant existing personnel.
VIPS will receive training concerning their duties and responsibilities for any role to which they may be assigned.
VIPS personnel serve at the request of the Chief of Police and do not receive any salary or benefits except workers compensation coverage.
Volunteers are expected to have the ability, aptitude and skills commensurate with their assigned duties. There is no discrimination as to age, sex, race or physical handicap in the selection of volunteer personnel; however, a minimum age restriction of 18 years will be enforced.
Prospective volunteers must submit an application and will be required to pass a background investigation; including, but not limited to, fingerprinting, drivers license check and criminal history check.
If you wish to find out more about being an Alton Police Department Volunteer, please contact our office during business hours.
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Volunteer in Police Service