Police Cadet
Salary: $51,105.60 – $64,064.00 Annually
Closing Date: 12/31/2025
Position Summary:
BLET provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with the state, county, or municipal governments. During BLET, 36 topics and methods of instruction are covered such as criminal, juvenile, civil, traffic, and alcohol beverage laws; investigative, patrol, custody, and court procedures; emergency responses; and ethics and community relations. Upon completing the BLET course and the training program, Cadets will become Police Officers I, II, or III based on their education.
Essential Functions:
- Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, and procedures; Some knowledge of practices, materials, techniques, and equipment pertinent to job assignment
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to read and write at a 12th grade level
- Ability to meet and speak with members of the community with courtesy and tactfulness; Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and the general public
- Ability to use computer and applicable software applications; learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system
- Ability to analyze situations accurately and use sound judgment in selecting quick, effective, and responsible courses of action; Ability to and willingness to act quickly and properly in emergencies
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency required.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history
- Must be 20 years of age
- Must be a US citizen
- Must have not been convicted of any felony