Become a Volunteer

Why Volunteer at the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office?

Volunteering at the Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community while gaining valuable experience and skills. By dedicating your time and energy to support law enforcement efforts, you'll have the chance to directly contribute to enhancing public safety and building stronger relationships between law enforcement and residents.

Whether assisting with community outreach programs, participating in crime prevention initiatives, or providing administrative support, volunteering at the Sheriff's Office allows you to play a crucial role in making Shenandoah County a safer and more vibrant place to live. Additionally, volunteering provides a chance to learn from experienced professionals, develop new skills, and gain insight into the inner workings of law enforcement, all while making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Auxiliary Deputy Program

The Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office manages an Auxiliary Deputy program. Applicants must be 21 or older, a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License, and submit to a background investigation. Both positions are non-compensated. Bilingual applicants welcome.

Duties of Auxiliary Deputies include, but are not limited to, assistance with patrol, traffic control, guarding and transports, security, disasters, special events, and other public service assignments. Members must complete a specialized training program.

To fill out an application, please click here, and deliver to the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office, 810 N. Main St, Ste. 1, Woodstock, VA 22664.

For more information, please contact Captain of Patrol at (540) 459-6100.

About the Auxiliary Deputy Program

  •  Complete a “modified” basic law enforcement academy, approximately 3 months long

  • A few classes are first aid/combat medic training, law, ASP and pepper spray, firearms training, etc.

  • Classes are usually held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, with the exception of a few Saturdays

  • Open completing the auxiliary academy and scenarios/trainings at the end, they must go through a field training program

  • Auxiliary personnel can only work with/under the supervision of a certified Deputy and have the same “powers” as a certified Deputy when doing so

  • To remain a member of the auxiliary program, they must complete a designated number of hours and/or events per year

  • They must purchase their own equipment

Chaplain Program

The Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office manages a Chaplain program. Applicants must be 21 or older, a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License, and submit to a background investigation. Both positions are non-compensated. Bilingual applicants welcome.

Duties of Chaplains include, but are not limited to, spiritual and religious assistance and support with special events, disasters, and critical incidents. Specialized training and squad training is available.

To fill out an application, please click here, and deliver to the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office, 810 N. Main St, Ste. 1, Woodstock, VA 22664.

For more information, please contact Captain of Patrol (540) 459-6100.