Police Officer Cadet

CSU Careers • San Diego, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cadet is a non-sworn officer in a trainee capacity. Incumbents attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified academy to develop the minimum qualifications necessary to assume a position as a sworn police officer. Upon successful completion of the required P.O.S.T. training within the required timeframe and the discretion of management, the Police Officer Cadet will be appointed to the classification of Police Officer on a probationary basis. This recruitment will be used to establish a pool of candidates for current and future full-time (1.0 time-base), police cadet appointments. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. The selection process for Police Cadet positions include, application, written exam (PELLET B) or College degree, background investigation, medical evaluation and psychological evaluation. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training academy.
• Ability to qualify for and satisfactorily meet the ongoing standards of the basic P.O.S.T. academy training.
• Mental capacity, physical agility and learning potential to perform all aspects of P.O.S.T. training and police work.
• Valid California Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Attend training in criminal and civil law, codified and case law.
• Develop skills in report writing, physical fitness, firearms, arrest/control, and de-escalation techniques.
• Learn and apply community policing strategies.
• Assist police officers under close supervision.

Benefits

• 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the University of California system.
• Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

What This Job Offers

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