Highway Patrol Cadet Candidate

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Free dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick)

Education and development opportunities

Education and development funds

Job summary

A public safety agency is seeking Cadet Candidates to join their training program and assist in law enforcement activities. The role involves participating in various training exercises, handling desk duties, and operating essential communication systems. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, be U.S. citizens, and possess a valid driver's license. This position offers extensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and educational development opportunities.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than five active points.
• Must enter an academy class before reaching 40th birthday.
• Must enter an academy class before reaching 40th birthday.

Responsibilities

• Participate in law-enforcement activities under supervision.
• Handle desk duty at patrol post, answer inquiries.
• Operate Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) for data.
• Prepare and maintain required reports.
• Prepare & maintain required reports.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Organization

Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol Cadet

Agency Contact

Email: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

HP Academy 740 East 17th Avenue, Columbus 43211

Primary Location

United States of America – Ohio – Franklin County – Columbus

Learn more about being a cadet candidate at the link below!

Job Description

About Us:

Our Mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in location: Multiple Dispatch Centers

Work hours: Rotating Shifts & Rotating Days Off

The Cadet Candidate Training Program consists of a training guide, physical fitness tests, monthly evaluations, and successful completion of the Field Training Dispatcher Guide.

Job Duties as a Cadet Candidate

• Under close supervision of a highway patrol lieutenant and/or dispatch supervisor, participate in law‑enforcement activities designed to provide training & experience (e.g., traffic enforcement; motor‑vehicle & aircraft crash investigations; criminal investigations; patrolling techniques; rules of evidence & court procedures; driver license & vehicle registration enforcement).
• Handle desk duty at patrol post (e.g., answer telephone & take information related to crashes, law violations &/or assorted emergencies; respond to inquiries from the public in office or by telephone).
• Operate Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) to transmit or receive data.
• Operate multichannel radio system to transmit & receive radio communications.
• Prepare & maintain required reports.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life‑insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick leave) and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster‑care leave
• Education and development opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• U.S. citizen.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than five active points.
• Must enter an academy class before reaching 40th birthday.

Physical Fitness

Achieving and maintaining physical fitness is a top priority in the Cadet Candidate Program. The Cadet Candidate must complete the physical fitness assessment at least once a month and more frequently if needed in the following areas: 1.5‑mile endurance run time, total push‑ups in one minute, and total sit‑ups in one minute.

Cadet Candidates must meet the 20th percentile of the Cooper Institute Standards prior to acceptance into the program. Within the first two months of employment they must meet or exceed the 30th percentile of the Cooper Institute Standards and maintain that standard for the duration of their employment as a Cadet Candidate.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.