Police Cadet

Position Summary:

The City of Dixon is opening a great opportunity for those curious to learn about the ins and outs of police work for the position of Police Cadet in the Police Department. Under the supervision of veteran Police Officer’s the cadet experiences what it takes to develop important cadet skills. Examples: cadet patrol, traffic control, attending meetings, delivery of witness subpoenas, report taking, provide assistance to the various bureaus within the department, directing phone calls to the appropriate personnel, learns how to interact with the community during all kinds of problem-solving situations.

This is an entry-level, volunteer position intended as an educational and career development internship. In addition to serving a support role within the Police Department, this classification is exposed to a wide variety of law enforcement duties and will gain experience in the work place.

A Cadet volunteers a minimum of 8 hours per month and work is conducted both in a police station and in the field. Work involves irregular, often non-scheduled, hours during the day and evenings, and on the weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited high school, community college, or four year college or university, attending at minimum half time (6 semester units, and must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Allowances are made for regular summer breaks and other scheduled school breaks.)
• None required. Enrollment in Police Administration or Criminal Justice courses is highly desirable.
• Possess a Valid California Driver’s License if 16 years of age.
• Must be a citizen of the United States (or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and who has applied for, citizenship at least one year prior to application for employment. Application for citizenship shall not have been denied.)
• The candidate must be between the ages of 15 and 20 years of age at the time of appointment. When a candidate surpasses the program’s age limit yet desires to remain involved, they may qualify to serve as an advisor, aiding in the instruction of current cadets. Selection of advisors will be at the discretion of the cadet coordinator.
• Weight shall be in good proportion with height.
• The candidate shall be of sound physical and medical condition; in good health.
• The candidate must successfully complete a background investigation as a condition of initial employment with Dixon Police Department. The investigator will contact previous employers, school officials, friends and family during the course of the investigation.
• Spanish speaking ability is highly desirable, but not required.