Gwinnett County police have initiated a new civilian volunteer program.

Volunteer areas include: Citizen’s Police Academy, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), office assistance, animal shelter, special events (police and animal shelter), role players for training exercise and landscaping. Applicants must be 18 or older and pass a background check. A minimum commitment of one year and a minimum of 24 hours of service is required.

Info: Sgt. Christina Schiralli at 770-513-5506 or policevolunteers@gwinnettcounty.com.