Police Cadet

Introduction

Attention all soon-to-be high school graduates and college students! Are you looking for a great way to earn a full-time salary, acquire valuable skills and learn about the exciting career of law enforcement? The Prince William County Police Department is seeking candidates for the position of Police Cadet, which is designed for individuals 18 to 20 years of age who desire to become a police officer. Police Cadets gain firsthand experience in a variety of areas of law enforcement to include Patrol Operations, Criminal Investigations, Forensics and Administrative Support.

This is a full-time, paid position with benefits that includes a flexible schedule for continuing education classes. Those selected will receive on the job training and also participate in weekly physical fitness sessions. At age 21, Cadets are considered for transition to the Police Academy and become certified police officers upon graduation. Please note that upon age 21, Police Cadets must meet all eligibility criteria and be selected for a police officer position, or their status as a Police Cadet will end

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Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license;
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or resident alien eligible for U.S. citizenship by age 21.
• Must successfully complete a DMV record check, polygraph examination, criminal background investigation, and be able to meet the public safety/police officer medical standards prior to selection for the Police Cadet Program.
• Must be 18, on date of application to begin the selection process.
• Must, within six months of turning 21, meet all eligibility requirements, apply for employment as a Police Officer, and be selected for employment as Police Officer.
• Police Cadets may not use any tobacco product(s) on duty or inside any County worksites or vehicles or at other times when tobacco use is prohibited by lawful authority and must sign a Condition of Employment Agreement acknowledging their agreement.
  
  

NATURE OF WORK

This is a stand-alone classification. This class is designed to provide training in preparation for potential placement into a Police Officer role. Responsibilities may include providing standard office support in accordance with established guidelines; performing inventory checks; conducting warrant counts; and transporting vehicles.

TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Performs various clerical duties utilizing standard office equipment and/or department specific equipment, including filing; responding to standard information requests; and maintaining reports and other documentation to ensure availability and accuracy of information.
• Performs inventory checks to ensure proper maintenance of department equipment.
• Conducts a count of warrants served within defined areas.
• Transports department vehicles to service garages to ensure proper maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles.
• Traffic Control
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE

Law enforcement practices, methods, and standards;

Customer service principles;

Basic inventory management principles;

Basic filing and record-keeping principles;

Applicable computer systems;

Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations;

Computers and related software applications.

Skills

Maintaining inventory items, files, records, and supplies;

Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;

Providing customer service;

Using a computer and related software applications;

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Discipline Specific Responsibilities

Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.

LEVEL OF DECISIONS

Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.

DIRECTION RECEIVED

Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires prior approval.

DIRECTION PROVIDED

Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.

Minimum Education, Training And Experience Requirements

8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.

PREFERENCES

High school graduate or have passed a General Education Requirement (GED).

Physical Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

NOTE

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees
  
  

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Prince William County Benefit Programs

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Applicants Must Already Be 18 Years Of Age, Or Be Within 90 Days Of Their 18th Birthday, At The Time Of The Police Cadet Application Submission. Applicants Must Also Not Be More Than 20 Years Of Age. Please Select The Appropriate Answer To Complete The Following Statement. At The Time Of This Application

• I am 18 years of age or will turn 18 within 90 days. I am also not more than 20 years of age.
• I am 21 years of age, or older. (If this answer is selected, you should apply for the standard Police Officer position, instead of Police Cadet.)
• Required Question