Police Officer Cadet
Opt For Healthy Living, Chico, CA, United States
Job/Department Summary
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. Upon successful completion of the required P.O.S.T., training within the required time frame and the discretion of management, the Police Officer Cadet may be appointed to the classification of Police Officer on a probationary basis.
The primary responsibility of the Cadet is to attend the prescribed training sessions to learn the principles, practices, and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement and codified and case law. The Cadet also receives training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, and arrest and control techniques. This position will communicate and interact effectively with students, staff, faculty and community members with varied backgrounds and lived experiences, and also create and maintain trust, legitimacy, credibility and collaboration with the campus community.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent. Eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training Academy.
Appointments to this classification are temporary and typically do not exceed seven (7) months.
Minimum Standards for Police Officer Cadet Candidates
Must have no felony convictions.
Must have no misdemeanor convictions containing elements of domestic violence.
Must successfully complete fingerprint and records check including local, state and federal criminal records.
Must satisfy citizenship requirements detailed in Government code 1031 (a) & 1031 .5. Be a U. S. citizen, or a permanent resident alien who has applied for citizenship and obtains citizenship within three years of application date.
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age by the time of sworn appointment.
Must have good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation which will be conducted as prescribed in the P.O.S.T. Administrative Manual, and must be completed prior to appointment date.
Must be free from any physical, emotional, and mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of powers of a police officer cadet.
A valid California driver’s license is required.
Preferences
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
Fluent written and verbal multi-lingual/bilingual skills in addition to English.
Proficiency with technology and software programs such as database and records management programs (RMS).
Experience interacting and dealing with persons of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Time Base
Full-time
Pay Plan
12/12
Work Schedule
Tuesday-Saturday - 8 hour shifts
CSU Classification Salary Range
$47,208 - $77,016 per year.
Benefits
This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).
Background and Legal Requirements
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. As a result, current CSU, Chico employees are subject to a thorough background investigation which will be conducted as prescribed in the P.O.S.T. Administrative Manual and must be completed prior to appointment date.
The person holding this position is considered a "General Mandated Reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
Throughout employment in this position incumbent must maintain a valid California Driver’s License as well as continued completion and compliance of the CSU Defensive Driver’s Training course.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Clery Act and is required to comply with the requirements of this designation.
Must maintain current licenses, certificates, permits, or other items required for this position; and immediately report to supervisor the loss or expiration of same.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.
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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. Upon successful completion of the required P.O.S.T., training within the required time frame and the discretion of management, the Police Officer Cadet may be appointed to the classification of Police Officer on a probationary basis.
The primary responsibility of the Cadet is to attend the prescribed training sessions to learn the principles, practices, and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement and codified and case law. The Cadet also receives training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, and arrest and control techniques. This position will communicate and interact effectively with students, staff, faculty and community members with varied backgrounds and lived experiences, and also create and maintain trust, legitimacy, credibility and collaboration with the campus community.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent. Eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training Academy.
Appointments to this classification are temporary and typically do not exceed seven (7) months.
Minimum Standards for Police Officer Cadet Candidates
Must have no felony convictions.
Must have no misdemeanor convictions containing elements of domestic violence.
Must successfully complete fingerprint and records check including local, state and federal criminal records.
Must satisfy citizenship requirements detailed in Government code 1031 (a) & 1031 .5. Be a U. S. citizen, or a permanent resident alien who has applied for citizenship and obtains citizenship within three years of application date.
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age by the time of sworn appointment.
Must have good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation which will be conducted as prescribed in the P.O.S.T. Administrative Manual, and must be completed prior to appointment date.
Must be free from any physical, emotional, and mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of powers of a police officer cadet.
A valid California driver’s license is required.
Preferences
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
Fluent written and verbal multi-lingual/bilingual skills in addition to English.
Proficiency with technology and software programs such as database and records management programs (RMS).
Experience interacting and dealing with persons of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Time Base
Full-time
Pay Plan
12/12
Work Schedule
Tuesday-Saturday - 8 hour shifts
CSU Classification Salary Range
$47,208 - $77,016 per year.
Benefits
This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).
Background and Legal Requirements
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. As a result, current CSU, Chico employees are subject to a thorough background investigation which will be conducted as prescribed in the P.O.S.T. Administrative Manual and must be completed prior to appointment date.
The person holding this position is considered a "General Mandated Reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
Throughout employment in this position incumbent must maintain a valid California Driver’s License as well as continued completion and compliance of the CSU Defensive Driver’s Training course.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Clery Act and is required to comply with the requirements of this designation.
Must maintain current licenses, certificates, permits, or other items required for this position; and immediately report to supervisor the loss or expiration of same.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.
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