HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

EXPLORER POST 42

YOUTH APPLICATION
HCSO – LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORING PROGRAM

The Explorer Program is designed to expose youth and young adults to a variety of professions and vocations, allowing members to make informed decisions about potential careers in the field of professional law enforcement or other related fields.

Explorer Post 42 is a comprehensive program designed for youth and young adults ages 14 through 20 years old, who are interested in law enforcement or related careers. Explorer Post members receive training in various areas of law enforcement operations, including but not limited to:

  • Traffic Enforcement
  • Arrest Procedures
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Active Shooter Response
  • Tactical Medicine

Eligible Post 42 members have the opportunity to participate in the Citizen Observer Program with patrol deputies.

Interested in joining? Find admission requirements and download our Explorer Post 42 membership application below. If you are unable to print the application or scan your ID, please email us at [email protected], call 346.286.3027, or visit us at 2909 E. Aldine Amphitheatre Dr., 77039 (Hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM-4 PM).

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Members of Explorer Post 42 are exposed to and receive training in various divisions within the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to include crime scene, patrol tactics, legal, etc. Explorer Post members have the opportunity to obtain community service hours by volunteering for HCSO charities events, as well as, compete in local and national competitions.

Download and print our Explorer Post 42 application. Fill out the application, include any necessary documents, and mail it to:

East Aldine District
2909 East Aldine Amphitheatre Dr.
Houston, TX 77039

Once we receive your application, one of the Explorer Program advisors will email you with more information on orientation and the next steps in the application process. 

Explorer Post 42 has meetings every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at 2909 East Aldine Amphitheatre Dr., Houston, TX 77039.

Contact Us

Email us at [email protected], call 346.286.3027, or visit us at 2909 E. Aldine Amphitheatre Dr., 77039 (Hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM-4 PM).

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