Police Officer Cadet

California State University, Sacramento•Sacramento, CA

12d•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 may be appointed to the classification of Police Officer (Class Code 8350) on a probationary basis. 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 and codified and case law. The cadet also receives training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, and arrest and control techniques. Under close supervision, the Cadet may assist other police officers in the performance of their duties. Appointments to this classification are temporary in nature and typically do not exceed seven (7) months.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of completion of the Police Academy.
Must be a U. S. citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship.
Must submit proof of a California PELLETB score of 42 or higher (taken within one year of application), or participate in a written proficiency exam.
Must pass a Physical Agility Examination.
Must pass a Background Investigation.
Must pass a Medical Examination.
Must pass a Psychological Examination.
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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training academy.
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.
Valid California driver's license.
Resume.
Proof of California PELLETB score of 42 or higher (taken within one year of application).

Responsibilities

Attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified academy.
Learn the principles, practices and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement and codified and case law.
Receive training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, and arrest and control techniques.
Under close supervision, assist other police officers in the performance of their duties.