The Piedmont Police Explorer Program is sponsored by the Piedmont Police Department POA to help provide specific training for young men and women ages 14 to 21 who are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Explorers receive training in law enforcement policy and procedures, tactical and physical agility training and forensics.

Law Enforcement Exploring incorporates several areas of experience including: life skills, career training, team building, character education and leadership experience. The students learn first-hand duties and responsibilities of police officers by working hand in hand with officers and dispatchers during ride-alongs. The explorers are also given an opportunity to fine tune their interpersonal skills and communication with not only law enforcement professionals but the community in which they serve.

Explorers are trained in traffic control, search and rescue techniques and crime prevention. They use these skills in the community by volunteering to participate in National Night Out, the Bike Rodeo, the 4th of July Parade, the Harvest Festival, the Public Safety Open House and the Turkey Trot 5K marathon.

The Piedmont Police Explorers usually enter an explorer competition to compete in various competitions which include: law enforcement tactics, physical stamina, obstacle courses and firearms techniques. Our Explorers train tirelessly to ensure the team coordination and communication skills are honed to be at their best for the competition.

Training for competitions and volunteering in the community is just a small part of the Explorer program. The Piedmont Police Explorer Program is also designed to provide the structure needed for young adults to make ethical choices in order to achieve their full potential as individuals.

The Explorers meet Tuesday nights at the Piedmont Police Department located at 403 Highland Avenue Piedmont, Ca. Meetings are every other Tuesday of every month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. To become an Explorer, the candidate must:

• Be age 14 to 21 years of age;
• Be in high school or college or employed full time if graduated from high school;
• Maintain a “C” or better average in school;
• Be able to attend meetings;
• Exhibit good moral character;
• Not have any serious traffic or criminal arrests

For more information please visit our department website.
You may also attend a meeting or email the Police Explorer Advisor,Officer Jehan Liles, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Piedmont Police Officers Association was organized for the purpose of serving the community of Piedmont, its residents, and perpetuating the memory and spirit of police officers who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Our mission is to partner with the community and provide quality police services through community interaction that emphasize cooperation, professionalism and ethical behavior.

In addition, the Association has adopted the following objectives:

• To support community based charities in and around the Piedmont area
• To honor the memory of officers injured or killed in the line of duty
• To collect, organize, and disseminate information that might be helpful to members in the performance of duties
• To promote social fellowship and well-being of the members
• To promote complete cooperation and unified action with the various police organizations of the state
• To defray such legal and other expenses as may be incurred in upholding the interests of the Association and its members

To help us better serve you and the community we share, please feel free to join our mission by participating in any of our events or by donating toward our cause. To submit a donation, please mail to:
PO Box 11450, Oakland, CA 94611

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Our official police association website serves as an interactive resource center for residents, businesses, and community groups. We aim to make this platform both informative and user-friendly. Your feedback is invaluable to us—if you have any suggestions to improve our website or processes, please don’t hesitate to reach out here. Despite challenges such as limited funding and personnel, we remain committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. While we patrol the streets, we want you and your family to feel safe and at ease. Your thoughts and prayers mean the world to us as we navigate the risks of this profession.

We also invite businesses to support our mission by sponsoring a donor ad on our website. This provides a direct connection to our members and community partners. To learn more, please fill out our Business Supporter Contact Form. At the Piedmont Police Officers Association, our commitment to serving the people of Piedmont is guided by three core principles:

• Building strong partnerships with our community members

• Enhancing communication through a robust website and social media presence

• Collaborating with local businesses to create a safer and more prosperous community

For emergencies, please call 911 or visit the Piedmont Police Department website for immediate assistance.

Sincerely,



Brian Castillo, President
Piedmont Police Officers Association