Police Cadet

City of Jackson•Jackson, MI

12d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Cadet position is a temporary, at-will (contractual), non-union position of up to three (3) years in duration. Cadets will be full-time uniformed (excluding a side arm) employees with excellent fringe benefits. The Police Cadet position is designed to provide an opportunity for a person, not yet qualified for a patrol officer position, to acquire the requisite education and experience to become a patrol officer. Cadets will be actively recruited from graduating high school seniors plus other venues wherein individuals have an expressed interest in a law enforcement career. Cadets will be assigned to “patrol” after completing a two-week orientation and job shadow experience. This orientation consists of a combination of classroom instruction coupled with work assignments in all critical support areas of the department to include records, service desk, evidence management, property management, investigations, etc. Once assigned to patrol, Cadets enter the “Cadet Training Program” conducted by a field-training officer and, after successful completion, assume Cadet Patrol responsibilities. Cadets may be assigned non-traditional hours or shifts, may be assigned to a 80 hour biweekly or 84 hour biweekly schedule, may be required to work holidays and weekends, and may occasionally be required to flex schedules to accommodate presentations, training, etc.

Requirements

Candidates shall reach the age of 18 by June 1, 2026
have a high school diploma or GED
have good moral standards and character as evidenced by a thorough investigation and evaluation
meet minimum medical requirements (similar to those of permanent, full-time patrol officers) within twelve months of appointment as a Police Cadet
successfully pass an oral board interview
a pre-employment physical exam
drug screen
employment/background check
the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language as necessary for their position
the ability to follow written and oral instructions
the ability to get along with other employees and members of the public
possess and maintain a record of orderly law-abiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity, and loyalty as it pertains to and reflects upon their employment with the City
must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of their position without excessive absences
possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment
successfully complete (2.5 grade point average or better) an approved course of college study at the Department’s expense. Course work shall consist of at least six (6) credits per fall and spring semester and at least three (3) credits per summer session
pass the MCOLES Physical Fitness Test prior to being accepted into a police academy
maintain a level of physical fitness in order to pass the test when called upon and will be tested periodically while in the position of Police Cadet

Nice To Haves

completion of a minimum of sixty (60) hours of college course work (credits from an MCOLES approved police academy can be utilized) or an Associate of Arts degree