Cadet/Explorer Program

Click here for a program application

Click here for a program brochure

Photo galleries of Cadets and Explorers at various activities

Introduction

The Law Enforcement Exploring Program for Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was started with the intention of providing the youth of our communities the opportunity to explore a career in law enforcement and develop a more positive relationship between youth and law enforcement officers.

 Our purpose is to provide a well-rounded program to our participants that cover the major areas of law enforcement. In so doing we intend to build character, determination and life skills that will last a lifetime. In addition, we will provide each explorer the tools he/she needs in order to make a decision about a career in law enforcement. 

 The Explorers participate in a wide variety of community activities and service projects throughout Monroe County. Our explorers work closely with a number of non-profit groups that are trying to make a difference in our Keys communities. Explorers also assist the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office by performing certain duties that free up deputies to perform other tasks.

 The Explorers pride themselves being courteous, dependable and professional in everything that we do.

Florida Sheriff’s Explorer Association State Delegates Meeting and Competition in Osceola County, June 2010.

Membership Requirements 

•  Young people between the ages of 11 and 21.
• Maintain at least a 2.0 grade point average.
• No criminal history.
• Be of good moral character.
• Willing to follow federal, state and local laws.
• Abide by Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Policies and Procedures and Explorer Post bylaws.

Ride-A-Long Program

Explorers have the opportunity to as they advance to obtain first-hand knowledge of law enforcement operations by riding with a Deputy Sheriff on patrol.

Cadets and Explorers visit the Property and Evidence Room

Cadets and Explorers attend a paintball training exercise in Miami

Explorer Program Instruction

For More Information

Interested in joining? Please fill out our online explorer application.

 Have a question about the program? Please contact the Explorer Program Supervisor Sgt. Glenn Test at gtest@keysso.net

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
Sgt. Glenn Test
3103 Overseas Hwy.
Marathon, FL 33050
(305) 289-2430

Questions or Comments?
Contact Deputy Becky Herrin, Public Information Officer and Web Author or Sheriff Robert P. Peryam via e-mail
For other phone and e-mail contact information, see the "Contact Information" page.  

This web site was last updated May 14, 2012