The Field Operations Disaster Response Unit consists of former U.S. law enforcement officers (federal, state and local) and former U.S. military service members. Its primary purpose it to provide additional manpower to the agency, when activated by the Sheriff, during critical incidents.

The Field Operations Disaster Response Unit may assist with critical or large-scale incidents, such as hurricanes, natural disasters, or other critical events.

This is an uncompensated volunteer position.

Eligibility:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of federal, state, and/or local law enforcement
  experience (leaving in good standing)  OR
• Must have 5 years of military special operations forces experience or served in
  an occupational specialty categorized as combat arms or military police within a
  U.S. military branch (with an Honorable Discharge) AND
• Separation from service must be within the previous 5 years.