activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 4
- Public outreach and recruitment Community Fire Safety EducationParticipates in community events like the Payson Aerofare to maintain public presence and conduct recruitment for the Posse.
- Search and rescue and emergency response supportVolunteers provide logistical and personnel support for search and rescue missions, maintain roadblocks during natural emergencies (snow, flood, fire), and staff emergency command posts.
- Traffic and security services for public eventsProvides traffic control, crowd management, and security at recurring community events such as festivals, parades, races, and infrastructure openings, including the Pine Strawberry Arts and Craft Festival, Highline Hold’em bicycle race, and Tonto Basin Bridge opening.
- Volunteer law enforcement support operations Reserve Law Enforcement Training & DeploymentTrained volunteers assist Gila County Sheriff's Office with core law enforcement and public safety duties including patrol, crime scene security, prisoner transport, traffic control, and emergency response during disasters or civil events.
capacity building · 1
- Volunteer training and capacity building Cardiac and Bleeding Emergency TrainingConducts training programs for Posse members to build operational capacity, such as CPR and AED certification.
strategies · 2
how they think
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- Community Volunteer Engagement for Law Enforcement Support and Career Exploration community_volunteer_programEngages community members as volunteers to support law enforcement operations while simultaneously offering individuals hands-on experience and exposure to careers in law enforcement through structured participation.
- Structured Onboarding Process for Volunteer Members structured_volunteer_onboardingImplements a formalized application and integration process—including written application, board interview, background check, meeting attendance, dues payment, and a one-year probationary period—to ensure accountability, readiness, and alignment of volunteer members with organizational standards.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Administrative Support
Assisting the Sheriff's Communication Center and other administrative tasks.
Crime Scene Security
Securing crime scenes and assisting detectives.
Disaster Relief and Emergency Response
Providing support during disasters and emergency situations, including maintaining roadblocks.
Prisoner Transport and Security
Transporting and securing prisoners.
Search and Rescue
Logistical support and personnel for search and rescue missions.
Security Patrol
Conducting security patrols.
Support Civic Functions
Providing support for civic events, including security and traffic control.
Traffic Control
Assisting Sheriff's Deputies, Department of Public Safety, and other agencies with traffic control for events and emergencies.
relationships · 11
who they work with
- American Legion Partner — Hosted a CPR and AED training class at their facility.
- CPR Arizona Partner — Provided an instructor for a CPR and AED training class.
- Department of Public Safety Partner — Assists the Department of Public Safety with traffic control.
- Forest Service Partner — Assists the Forest Service.
- Gila County Sheriff Partner — Assists the Sheriff and the people of Gila County.
- Gila County Sheriff's Office Government — Operates in partnership with the Gila County Sheriff's Office, with volunteers working directly alongside deputies and civilian staff.
- Hashknife Pony Express Partner — Participated in their 66th Annual ride event by assisting with traffic and parking.
- Payson Police Department Partner — Assists the Payson Police Department.
- Sheriff’s Deputies Partner — Assists Sheriff’s Deputies with traffic control.
- Sheriff’s Office Partner — Assists the Sheriff's Office in many law enforcement duties.
- rural Fire Departments Partner — Assists rural Fire Departments.