Public Safety Cadet: Training & Field Support

City of Lynnwood; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lynnwood invites applications for a Police Cadet position. The incumbent will learn by assisting regular police officers and staff, under supervision of the Training Sergeant. Applicants must be at least 18 and enrolled in a related public safety program.

The role involves office work, fingerprinting, equipment handling, and support duties at civic events, with mandatory training and shift work. Driving and observation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire.
• Enrolled at an accredited college or university in a program related to public safety.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively recognize dangers and determine proper action.
• Ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions.
• Must possess good powers of observation and memory.
• Ability to write clear concise reports with correct spelling and grammar.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret applicable laws and city ordinances.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, superiors and the public, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good judgment and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Transports police department vehicles for general service and maintenance.
• Provides service and support to a wide variety of police department employees and City staff.
• Inspects and maintains all equipment used.
• Performs office work, traffic direction, crowd control at civic events, and other duties as assigned.
• Performs fingerprinting of civilians as needed.
• Attends mandatory training and completes shift work as required by the Training Sergeant.
• Assists sworn and civilian personnel with essential non-emergency tasks.
• Assists with training programs including equipment transportation and setup.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Age requirement

Public safety program

Report writing

Observation skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Drive license

Education

Enrolled in public safety program

Job description

City of Lynnwood invites applications for a Police Cadet position. The incumbent will learn by assisting regular police officers and staff, under supervision of the Training Sergeant. Applicants must be at least 18 and enrolled in a related public safety program.

The role involves office work, fingerprinting, equipment handling, and support duties at civic events, with mandatory training and shift work. Driving and observation skills are essential.