Police Cadet

Canon City, CO
Cañon City Police Department

Salary: $24.55

Closing Date: December 31, 2025

Position Summary:

Attend authorized Police Academy earning an Associates of Applied Science Degree in Law Enforcement. Upon completion of Academy and under close supervision, receives field training and performs a variety of duties for the Canon City Police Department.

Essential Functions:

  • Attends Police Academy for the purpose of obtaining Police Office Standards and Training (POST) certification.
  • Participate in on-the-job training and orientation in the methods and techniques associated with police officers and support personnel and their associated career paths.
  • Upholds and enforces federal, state, and municipal criminal and traffic laws and ordinances.
  • Prevents criminal episodes and suppresses civil disturbances.
  • Participates in patrol ride-along in marked or unmarked police cars.
  • Assists the public with general information and safety advice. Provides first aid when needed.
  • Provides excellent customer service to external and internal customers including but not limited to effectively listening and communicating, providing accurate information, offering solutions, assisting in resolution, and ensuring timely follow up as needed.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U. S. Citizen
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at time of swearing in.
  • Completion of Field Training.
  • Not have been convicted of the following:
  • A felony crime.
  • A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
  • A misdemeanor crime that would affect ability to certify with the Colorado Police Officer
  • Standards and Training (POST) Board.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one within sixty (60) days of hire, with a driving record acceptable to the City of Canon City.
  • Must be eligible for Colorado Police Officer Standards and Training Certification (https://post.colorado.gov/certification/certification-types/basic-certification).
  • Candidates must be willing to submit to a comprehensive background check to include a polygraph.
  • Candidates must also pass a post conditional offer drug screening, psychological evaluation, and medical examination.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Prior experience in a field closely related to law enforcement.
  • Associates Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related area.
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