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Reserve Deputies The Reserve Program emphasizes crime deterrence by providing high visibility patrol and dedicated service. The Sheriff's Reserve Program is committed to building strong relationships and rapport within the communities of Franklin County. The Franklin County Sheriff's Reserve is a self-governing volunteer organization designed to assist the Franklin County Sheriff's Office and personnel in performing the duties of the Sheriff's Department, and carrying out the laws of Franklin County and the State of Arkansas. Reserve Deputy Sheriffs are utilized to supplement the Franklin County Sheriff's Department's law enforcement manpower. Reserve Sergeant Ben Schaffer supervises the Reserve Program. Monthly training is conducted by Deputy Steve Scott. Like Full-time Deputies, Reserve Deputies are professionally trained and duly sworn law enforcement personnel. Reserve Deputy Sheriffs enjoy the challenge and excitement offered by law enforcement, as well as the satisfaction of providing a worthwhile community service. In most cases, Reserves are assigned to the same duties as Full-time Deputies. They must first complete the 110 hours of extensive state mandated training, successfully complete a Field Training Officer (FTO) program, and continued monthly training. Since Reserve Deputies have the same powers of arrest as Full-time Deputies, they are required by law to meet the same hiring, background, medical and psychological standards as Full-time Deputies. Reserve Deputies are required to volunteer a minimum of 110 hours a year, and serve at the will of the Sheriff. They work assignments as their regular jobs permit. At a glance, Reserve Deputies can't be distinguished from the regular deputy sheriffs with whom they work. Both wear the same uniforms with the same badges, and insignias and drive the same patrol cars. Franklin County Reserve Deputies can make arrests, collect evidence, perform searches and seizures, inmate transports, courts bailiff, testify in court, perform crime scene protection, write and sign reports, conduct interviews, patrol by him/herself, handle domestic complaints, handle prowler and disturbance calls, participate in law enforcement-community relations, perform traffic direction, prepare and sign traffic citations, perform traffic law enforcement, provide backup, participate with CID, marine patrol, K-9, narcotics enforcement, and handle civil disorders, assist in emergency medical procedures, assist in corrections, and write and sign warnings and parking citations, and work community and school events. Each Franklin County Reserve Deputy shares a common dedication to law enforcement. They also share the belief that through their efforts they can make Franklin County a better place to live. No matter what their duty assignment may be, each strives to achieve the high level of professionalism required by today’s peace officer. The Franklin County Sheriff's Department would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our Reserve Deputies for the hard work and dedication they volunteer to this Department and to Franklin County.
How do I become a Reserve Deputy?
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
Reserve Police Officer's Association
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