Police Cadet

City of Las Cruces•Las Cruces, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Temporary, full-time non-exempt position with the Las Cruces Police Academy. Progression to full-time, regular position upon successful completion of the Police Academy. Depending on the number of vacancies, some academy graduates may not be hired immediately but may be placed on a waiting list. Offering the following recruitment and retention incentive payment with a 36-month commitment. Relocation Assistance Eligibility will be determined by HR. Basic Officer Payout Schedule: Percentage Upon Completion of Week 12 of the Basic Academy 10%, Upon Graduation from the Basic Academy 20%, At the Completion of Field Training 30%, One Day Prior to the End of the Probationary Year 40%. Relocation Assistance will be paid upon hire to those eligible per HR 100%. Under immediate supervision, actively participates in the Las Cruces Police Academy training program. Performs all related learning and testing activities at a training level for preparation as a Police Officer. Must be free of felony convictions. Position is subject to extended work hours when necessary; multiple tasks; strict deadlines; and exposure to serious bodily harm. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Requirements

Equivalent to a United States high school diploma
Must be age 19 by the time of application
United States citizenship (born or naturalized) or individuals with work authorization from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services
No felony convictions
No DWI/DUI or misdemeanor convictions within the past three years (some misdemeanors will disqualify)
No transportation of illegal drugs
Drug usage may disqualify
Valid driver's license is required
Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy
Standard First Aid and CPR certification
Must be at least age 19 by the time of application
Valid high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
No misdemeanor convictions within the last three (3) years
No convictions of domestic violence
No marijuana use within the last year
No illegal steroid or illegal narcotic use within the last three (3) years
Must not have ever transported illegal drugs
Must not have a Dishonorable Discharge from the US Military

Nice To Haves

A degree or a minimum of 65 college credit hours

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of an experienced Police Officer, performs formal and informal training in the Las Cruces Police Academy training program.
Studies, attends classes, completes homework assignments, takes tests, and follows all instructions relative to the academy curriculum and behavior.
Attends indoor and outdoor classes and training sessions for preparation as a Police Officer.
Learns criminal law, arrest and control techniques, use of firearms, report writing, vehicle operation, First Aid, CPR, narcotics, crowd control, court room demeanor, public relations, patrol procedures, physical conditioning and training, and any other subjects included in the academy.
Performs tasks employing patrol methods, community relations, courtroom procedures, fingerprinting, report preparation, physical agility and strength formulation, and other police officer-related duties commensurate with attained skills.
May assist an Officer in patrolling assigned areas of the City in a car, bicycle, or on foot.
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City and Department policies, procedures, and safety practices.