Police Cadet

City of Grants Pass • Grants Pass, OR

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Grants Pass is recruiting for the part-time Police Cadet position for the Police Department. Those hired will provide non-emergency support to the police division by enforcing Municipal Code within the Central Business District (CBD) and public parks. Duties include patrol of the CBD and City park areas on foot or bicycle, enforcement of city ordinances and response to requests for information and/or assistance from the public. The work schedule for this position is Friday through Sunday and a total of 20 hours per week. This position will be working a flexible schedule, that includes special events during evening and weekend hours. Some flexibility in regards to scheduling will be available for this position. Additional duties may include: Enforce rules, regulations and ordinances by giving verbal or written warnings and issuing citations as appropriate for violations within the Cadet level of authority. Safely operate a motor vehicle. Alert the Police division to the presence of hazardous situations and criminal activity. Assist in preliminary first aid for sick or injured persons and summon help for more seriously injured persons. Assist in departmental community policing activities. The Police Cadet is a non-sworn position.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current high school students who meet the age requirement of the position, will meet the education requirement with proof of ability to obtain a diploma or GED at or before the end of the school year.
• Oregon Driver's License- Class C with an acceptable driving record
• Law Enforcement Data Systems Certificate will be required within 60 days of appointment
• Proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.
• Indicate if eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, and submit documentation of eligibility at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

• Related coursework and/or experience in criminal justice or a related field is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-emergency support to the police division by enforcing Municipal Code within the Central Business District (CBD) and public parks.
• Patrol of the CBD and City park areas on foot or bicycle.
• Enforcement of city ordinances.
• Response to requests for information and/or assistance from the public.
• Enforce rules, regulations and ordinances by giving verbal or written warnings and issuing citations as appropriate for violations within the Cadet level of authority.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Alert the Police division to the presence of hazardous situations and criminal activity.
• Assist in preliminary first aid for sick or injured persons and summon help for more seriously injured persons.
• Assist in departmental community policing activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED