AUXILIARY POLICE   

The Onondaga County Auxiliary Police is a special response team that supports county emergency management by providing security, traffic management, and disaster assessment services under the authority of the Commissioner of Emergency Management.

Auxiliary Police are trained and certified by New York State as peace officers. All Auxiliary Police personnel are volunteers.
 • Auxiliary Police Officer Position Description

During emergencies, the Unit is activated to provide on-site security for the Emergency Operations Center, mass gathering shelters, feeding centers, and any other setting where a law enforcement presence is needed and can relieve personnel from County, City or Town and Village police agencies.

During non-emergencies, the Unit is frequently requested to provide security and traffic management at pre-planned events such as parades and participates in multi-agency exercises and drills.