Correctional Cadet- High School Seniors Only

Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City•Arlington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Correctional Cadets are responsible for attending all required training classes and actively engaging in all classroom and hands on activities. Correctional Cadets will receive training that will prepare them for work as a full-time Correctional Specialist in the Wyandotte County Adult Detention Center. All Correctional Cadets are a representative of the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office just as any other employee. It is expected that Correctional Cadets will conduct themselves in a professional manner while at the Sheriff’s Office and also while in their personal time. Correctional Cadets may have the opportunities to assist Sheriff Deputies and staff in civilian activities to include community engagement and recruitment events. This position will also provide an opportunity to learn entry level skills such as customer service, work ethic and self-discipline. Participants will earn $15 per hour plus school credits towards graduation. Classes will meet 3-4 times per week for around four hours a day.

Requirements

Must be a Senior (12th grade) at any Wyandotte County High School (Bonner Springs, Turner, Piper, USD 500 schools) in good standing academically and behaviorally.
Must be a Citizen of the United States.
Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must pass a post offer criminal history background check.
Must pass a post offer physical examination.
Must submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

Attend all required training classes.
Actively engage in all classroom and hands on activities.
Conduct themselves in a professional manner while at the Sheriff’s Office and in personal time.
Assist Sheriff Deputies and staff in civilian activities to include community engagement and recruitment events.
Learn entry level skills such as customer service, work ethic and self-discipline.