EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Las Cruces Police Department is seeking volunteers to serve on its Victims Advocate Team (VAT).
The program works with advocates, police officers and detectives by helping victims of crime. Volunteering for the team is a unique opportunity for those interested in a career in law enforcement, victim advocacy, or college students who want to gain experience in law enforcement, criminal justice or social work, the City of Las Cruces said in a news release.
Volunteers must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
- Have a reliable vehicle along with proof of insurance and registration.
- Live in Las Cruces or within close proximity of the city.
- Pass a criminal background check.
Volunteers serve on-call hours primarily on the weekends. All volunteer advocates must attend a mandatory 40-hour training course provided by LCPD’s Victims’ Assistance Unit.
Applications can be picked up at the Las Cruces Police Department, 217 E. Picacho Ave., and are accepted until 5 p.m. Aug. 27. Training for those accepted will begin on Sept. 3.
For applications or more information, contact Erika Valencia at evalencia@lascruces.gov or the Las Cruces Police Department Victims’ Assistance Unit at (575) 528-4111.
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