Our purpose:

To provide support when called upon by the Mecosta County Sheriff’s office.

That support can include, but is not limited to, the following,

• Tornado disasters, floods, and ice storms
• Drowning incidents (divers and crowd control)
• Major traffic accidents where traffic control will be needed (dependent on the severity of the accident)
• Missing persons
• Assist in the safety of fairs, parades, beer tents, marathon races, school requests, festivals, and other community events.
• Other duties as requested by the Sheriff or department command officers.

 

What are some requirements of being a member?

• As a member, you must maintain an attendance record of 75% all planned events of the posse throughout the year.
• You are not, at any time, to identify yourself as a peace officer or police officer.
• Members may not be absent from 3 consecutive meetings or 4 throughout the year unless approved.
• Members are responsible for maintaining a professional appearance and ensuring the safe use of their uniform and/or gear.
• Uniforms should only be worn when specified by Sheriff, Captain or designated officer in command.
• All posse members must abide by all Sheriff's department policies and procedures, schooling, training, dress codes and weapons training that  to the posse, that are covered in the by-laws.
• Must submit to a chemical test upon demand of Sheriff, Under Sherrif, Posse Captain or Lieutenant.

 

Interested in become a member?

• Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Are you a citizen of the United States?

• Do you have a clean criminal history?

• Do you have a good driving record?

• If you meet these minimum qualifications, we encourage you to apply to become a part of the team. To Apply, click here

Care to visit a meeting?

• The regular posse business meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00pm at the Mecosta County Sheriff Office.

• If you would like to attend a meeting or would like some more information on joining the team, click here