Police Cadet

City of Battle Creek, Michigan; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Police Cadet to engage with the community and assist in various programs focused on youth and crime prevention. This role involves acting as a role model, maintaining records, and collaborating with law enforcement to enhance police-youth relations. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to community service. Join a team that values safety, education, and community engagement, and play a vital role in fostering positive relationships within the community.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License or ability to acquire.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a role model for the youth in the community.
• Assists in department and community programs related to crime prevention.
• Maintains files, records, and communication with supervisors.

Skills

Youth Counseling

Communication Skills

Office Technology Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Battle Creek Police Department is looking for a Police Cadet to assist in department and community programs, especially those concerning the youth, crime prevention, community education and security premise surveys.

• Acts as a role model for the youth in this community.
• Completes all forms, schedules and reports.
• Maintains files and records.
• Provides assistance to the Patrol and Investigations Divisions in the processing of juveniles.
• Maintains a working relationship with juvenile authorities, judicial system and other agencies that deal with youth oriented problems.
• Reports unusual problems, violent behavior, etc., while supervising juveniles to the immediate supervisor.
• Helps enhance police/youth relations via counseling, instruction and coaching.
• Insures the use of safety belts for passengers.
• Meets with Executive Officer Commander or assigned Supervisor to develop strategies consistent with the goals and objectives of the Cadet Program.
• Maintains communication with the assigned supervisor while on duty.
• Complies with the City Administrative Code, Departmental Rules and Regulations, and policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
• Maintains and insures that all assigned equipment is in proper working order.
• Participates in training programs.
• Attends community meetings.
• Ensures appropriate confidentiality of all information, correspondence, and reports.
• Basic knowledge of office technology and software programs
• Other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License or ability to acquire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Expected to perform the following or it is a critical part of the position: Driving, lifting, climbing, bending, grasping, holding, reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, hearing, talking, seeing (clear vision near and/or far, color, depth, field), using the telephone, contact with the general public, working alone and outside.