Police Cadet: Entry-Level Public Safety Training

Tuscaloosa Police Department; Tuscaloosa (AL); Sur place; USD 24 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Tuscaloosa offers an entry-level Police Cadet Program for young adults seeking a law enforcement career. Cadets receive structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience under sworn officers while handling non-enforcement support duties.

A physical ability exam is part of the application, with age 18–21, U.S. citizenship, and a valid driver's license among the requirements. No prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 to 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Safety-sensitive position; pre-employment and random drug screenings.

Responsabilités

• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and report processing.
• Support sworn officers at community events, traffic control, and public safety initiatives.
• Participate in educational sessions on Alabama law, department procedures, and ethics.
• Liaise between the department and local schools, youth programs, and civic groups.
• Promote the department’s mission of integrity, service, and community partnership.

Connaissances

Data entry

Administrative tasks

Public safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

The City of Tuscaloosa offers an entry-level Police Cadet Program for young adults seeking a law enforcement career. Cadets receive structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience under sworn officers while handling non-enforcement support duties.

A physical ability exam is part of the application, with age 18–21, U.S. citizenship, and a valid driver's license among the requirements. No prior experience is required.