Police Cadet Trainee

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Police Cadet Program as a Police Cadet Trainee. As a Police Cadet Trainee, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience and skills in law enforcement, while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

• Perform a variety of routine and progressively more difficult professional staff tasks in an apprenticeship style preparation for a career in law enforcement.
• Rotate through various divisions of the Police Department and perform work as required.
• Assist with clerical duties, including recordkeeping, answering telephones, data processing, and filing.
• Provide general information about the Police Department and identify the scope of a citizen complaint or contact and provide referral to the appropriate resource.
• Fingerprint individuals in support of the Private Security Unit.
• Participate in formalized training courses and programs as assigned.
• Assist with parking enforcement and traffic control at special events.
• Assist in processing and storing evidence, storage inventory, and control of department supplies (Property Control Unit).
• Perform desk duties, including telecommunications (telephone, computer terminal, radio), assisting persons at the counters of the precinct stations, processing reports.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and complete reports on any and all activities engaged in.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED).
• Enrolled or anticipating enrolling in an accredited university or college, or at least 33 college credit hours from an accredited university or college.
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 21 years old.

As a Police Cadet Trainee, you will have the opportunity to develop a strong foundation in law enforcement principles and practices. You will work closely with experienced law enforcement professionals and participate in a comprehensive training program that will prepare you for a successful career in law enforcement.

• Citizen of the United States or valid work permit, and apply for citizenship when eligible.
• Age limits: 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Education: Educational requirements and skills will be determined by the position classification.
• Pre-employment drug guidelines: Any illegal adult use or possession of a controlled substance, including marijuana, within one year prior to employment.
• Tattoo policy: Applicants and Department employees shall not display tattoos that are visible on the face, neck, head, or hands.
• Arrest: Must be free from conviction of a felony or a Class 'A' misdemeanor.
• Military: Must not have a 'Dishonorable' discharge or 'Bad Conduct' discharge if having served in the military.