Police Officer Cadet - 24-Week Certification Path

Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is seeking candidates for the Police Officer Cadet program, under CMHA Police Department supervision. Cadets will attend a certified Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy and participate in extensive classroom and practical instruction to prepare for sworn officer appointment.

The program covers firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, physical conditioning, emergency vehicle operations, legal instruction, and more.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must meet all eligibility requirements to attend an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy.
• Must complete more than 700 contact hours of academy training within the designated training period.
• Must maintain a minimum academy average of 70% or higher.
• Must pass Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission written exam, firearms qualification, and fitness tests.
• Must be a United States citizen or naturalized citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by appointment.
• Must pass background investigation and psychological evaluation.
• Must agree to a 3-year service commitment to CMHA Police Department upon appointment.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Participates in all required coursework and physical training related to the Basic Peace Officer Training Academy.
• Completes over 700 hours of structured instruction over ~24 weeks including legal studies, patrol procedures, defensive tactics, firearms training, and emergency driving.
• Maintains compliance with academy policies and student handbook requirements.
• Maintains academic progress and passes required examinations and fitness assessments.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and readiness to perform duties of a sworn Police Officer.
• Adheres to departmental policies and maintains punctuality during academy training.
• Completes all academy requirements to obtain certification through the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is seeking candidates for the Police Officer Cadet program, under CMHA Police Department supervision. Cadets will attend a certified Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy and participate in extensive classroom and practical instruction to prepare for sworn officer appointment.

The program covers firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, physical conditioning, emergency vehicle operations, legal instruction, and more.