Police Officer Cadet

Salary: $3,934

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President for Public Safety/Chief of Police, the Cadet under close supervision, routinely works an assigned shift and attends a certified academy. The Cadet is provided guidance in preparation for attending the police academy. During the preparation period, cadets may assist with patrol duties under direct supervision of an assigned supervisor on foot, bicycle or by vehicle to protect students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property, and facilities against accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry; provides general information and assistance to the public at California State University, Monterey Bay.

The Cadet is a non-sworn officer in a trainee capacity. Incumbents attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified academy to develop the minimum qualifications necessary to assume a position as a sworn police officer. Appointments to this classification are temporary in nature and typically do not exceed more than nine (9) months. Upon successful completion of the police academy, the recruit will be sworn in as a Police Officer of the University Police Department.

Essential Functions:

• Attends the prescribed training sessions to learn the principles, practices, and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement and codified and case law; and receives training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, and arrest and control techniques.
• Under close supervision, the Cadet may assist police officers and police department personnel in the performance of their duties.
• May perform crime prevention assignments, assist during enforcement of laws, traffic and safety regulations under direct supervision of an officer on the campus and adjacent areas.
• May assist in an investigation of criminal activity and be provided with exposure to police report preparation.
• Assists in providing security for large gatherings of faculty, staff, students or visitors to the campus; may assist in connecting individuals with the appropriate authorities for guidance and assistance.
• Performs other duties; which enhance the safety of the campus community, such as providing assistance to Public Safety/Police support staff.
• Participates in emergency preparedness and other safety programs as assigned.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and eligibility to attend a certified Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) basic training academy. Qualify for and satisfactorily meet the ongoing standards of the basic P.O.S.T. academy training.
• Possess mental capacity and physical agility to perform and engage in the rigorous fitness and educational requirements to meet all P.O.S.T. training requirements. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Must be fingerprinted and undergo a background check.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, which would have been a felony if committed in this state.
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime containing the elements of domestic violence. This provision applies to all convictions, either prior to, or after the passage of law.
• Must satisfy citizenship requirements.
• A police cadet must be a minimum of 21 years of age on or before the first day of training at the police academy.
• Must be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.
• Must meet the requirements of a pre-employment physical, emotional, and mental examination. A drug test will be administered as part of the required medical examination.
• Must pass a physical agility examination. (WSTB)
• Must possess the results of the Post Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET B) within the past six months and obtained a minimum T-score of 48.
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply specific University rules and regulations; must be able to prepare clear and concise reports; must be able to relate to and be able to gain the confidence and cooperation of members of the campus community; must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with a wide range of people; must be able to act calmly and rationally in emergency situations.

Preferred Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Tech skills in the use of computers, understanding of AI, adaptability to utilize various records management systems (RMS).
• Familiarization with and knowledge related to the handling and use firearms.