Police Officer Cadet - Nonrepresented

Sacramento State•Sacramento, CA

13h

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 time frame 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. FLSA : Non-Exempt. This position is covered by health benefits (if appointed at least 6 months and one day), and is non-exempt, (eligible for overtime compensation) according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of completion of the Police Academy.
Per California POST requirements, applicants 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. The PELLETB must have been taken within one year from the date of application
Valid California driver’s license at time of appointment.
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 and eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training academy.

Responsibilities

Attend prescribed training sessions to 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.