Police Officer Cadet-NonRep, University Police

CSUSB • San Bernardino, CA

24d

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Cadet is to attend the prescribed training sessions to learn the principles, practices and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement, as well as codified and case law. The cadet also receives training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, arrest and control techniques, de-escalation techniques, community policing strategies, as well as other law enforcement related skills. Appointments in this classification are temporary in nature and typically do not exceed (7) months. Under close supervision, the Cadet may assist other police officers in the performance of their duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and
• Eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training academy.
• Ability to qualify for and satisfactory meet the ongoing standards of the basic P.O.S.T. academy training.
• Mental capacity, physically agility and learning potential to perform all aspects of P.O.S.T. training and police work.
• Valid California driver’s license is required
• Eligible to be a peace officer in the State of California.
• Eligible to obtain a valid P.O.S.T. Certificate of Eligibility or possess a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate in good standing
• Reading and comprehending, writing, communicating verbally, reasoning and analyzing
• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required.
• Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.
• Employment is contingent upon candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Attend prescribed training sessions to learn principles, practices, and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement, including codified and case law.
• Receive training in: Report writing Physical fitness techniques Firearms use and maintenance Arrest and control techniques De-escalation techniques Community policing strategies Other law enforcement–related skills
• Assist police officers in the performance of their duties under close supervision.
• Perform other classification-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year.
• Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program.

What This Job Offers

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