DAYTON POLICE VOLUNTEERS
THE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE OFFICERS - (NAO)
The Neighborhood Assistance Officers (NAO) program was established in 1970 as a volunteer group of private citizens assisting Dayton Police Officers. It has been a vital part of the Dayton Police Department and City of Dayton – dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community.
What NAOs Do
• Patrol and observe neighborhoods, parks, schools, businesses and city properties calling in any violations or suspicious activity they observe.
• Relieve Dayton Police Officers of non-enforcement duties so officers can quickly respond to emergency and criminal calls.
• Assist with traffic control at accidents, fires, crime scenes, emergencies, natural disasters, and special events.
• Check homes of vacationing residents and vacant houses.
• Increase the visibility of the Dayton Police Department to deter crime in neighborhoods.
• Report street lights out and street and traffic signs damaged or missing.
• NAOs have vehicles and police radios to enhance patrol abilities and to provide communication with Dispatch in the event police intervention is required.
NAOs are representatives of the Dayton Police Department that make a valuable contribution based on their knowledge of the community. NAOs volunteer four hours per week and respond to emergency call-outs.
NAOs DO NOT carry weapons; have any powers to arrest or detain; or assist in dangerous situations.
Why volunteer with the Dayton Police Department? 
• Training by Dayton Police Instructors at no cost.
• Become certified in Emergency First Aid and CPR.
• Uniforms are provided.
• Gain valuable insight into police and community relations.
• An opportunity to take an active role in your neighborhood.
• Personal satisfaction of making a difference in your community.
Minimum Requirements
• At least 21 years of age
• Have no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving violence
• Have a valid Ohio driver’s license and auto insurance
• City of Dayton resident
• Commit to 16 hours per month
• Complete 60 hours of NAO Training at the Dayton Police Academy
NOTE: Trainees are required to submit to a background check and provide references prior to starting classes.
NAO trainees attend 60 hours of training at the Dayton Police Academy and are trained in police procedures. NAO trainees also receive Red Cross first aid and CPR training, training in radio communications as well as, in depth instruction in traffic control. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, the trainees graduate and receive their uniforms.
Training classes are held Monday through Thursday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. for five weeks. After graduating from the Training Course, NAOs are paired up with more experienced NAO Volunteers to gain street experience and knowledge. Even after that point, NAOs always perform duty in pairs.
Apply now to reserve your spot in the next training class.
Applications may be obtained by contacting the NAO Supervisor,
Cindy August, at 937-333-1350.