What To Expect.
The Specialty Traffic Response Team - (STRT) is a component of the Metro Volunteer Program or (MVP). As such it is mandatory that all STRT volunteers apply first with the Metro Volunteer Program before officially joining the Specialty Traffic Response Team. The Metro Volunteer Program requires background checks and interviews over the span of a few months to determine the candidates ability to join the Metro Volunteer Program.
Furthermore, as a member of this specialized team, we are expected to conduct ourselves in a professional manner at all times. We are there to only assist officers as directed and not interfere with investigations or crime scenes. Scene safety is of the utmost importance at all times.
• Radios, traffic vests, flares and cones are provided to you by STRT
• Any other equipment, including emergency lighting is at your expense
• You must have a cell phone and email address
• You are eligible for LVMPD mileage reimbursement
• A minimum of 8 hours a month or 2 callouts is required to remain active
