Join Our Team


The Nassau County Auxiliary Police Section is conducting ongoing recruitment for new members.  The Auxiliary Police are made up of residents from communities throughout Nassau County which:

  • Patrol in marked vehicles helping to make their community a safer place to live

  • Help prevent criminal activity by being the "eyes and ears" of the Police Department.

  • Direct traffic at parades and special events.

  • Serve during disasters and other emergencies.

The Auxiliary Police was established pursuant to provisions of the Civil Defense act of 1951 and is composed of civic-minded residents of the community who work together to improve the level of safety and security in their community.  The presence of the Auxiliary Police, in uniform, on patrol in marked police units has been proven to reduce vandalism and other crimes in the community.

Membership Requirements

  • Patrol a minimum of 10 hours per month.

  • Attend a minimum of 3 local details (events) per year.

  • Attend a minimum of 2 county details (events) per year.

  • Attend a one night a week training class at the Police Academy for 24 consecutive weeks

Applicant Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years old

  • Must be resident of Nassau County

  • Must be a citizen of the United States

  • Must possess a valid NYS driver's license

  • Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.

  • Must be of good moral character without a felony conviction. 
    (A misdemeanor conviction may also prevent acceptance.)

  • Not more than one (1) alcohol-related driving offense and 
    cannot have been convicted of any drug-related driving offense.

  • Must pass a physical examination

  • Must submit to fingerprinting

  • Must consent to a background investigation

  • Must submit to a drug test and be willing to submit to a psychological exam.

Members with certain disabilities may be eligible to serve in non-patrol duties, such as the Auxiliary Police Communications Unit.

Email or call for an application and to answer any questions you may have.

Unit telephone number 516-522-5369

NCPD Auxiliary Police Section telephone number 516-573-7521