County Police Cadet

Summary

Cadet Position With Kent County Sheriff's OfficeThis is a Cadet position with the Kent County Sheriff's Office. The position is responsible for a variety of entry-level duties within Corrections, Law Enforcement, Detective Bureau, Training, Courthouse, Crime Scene Unit, and Community Policing. Duties may include answering telephones and greeting visitors at the Sheriff's Office, Courthouse, and Correctional Facility; responding to a variety of questions from residents; scheduling and assisting the public with inmate visits, and assisting with professional visits; taking fingerprints for the general public; writing traffic crash reports, assisting with abandoned vehicle dispositions, and gathering statistical data on traffic situations. Cadets can also perform ride-alongs with County Patrol Officers, assist with hosting community policing events, and apply for a yearly educational scholarship of up to $2,500.00. Hours Must be available to work first and second shifts. Expect to work an average of 28 hrs/wk. Please note: this position is year-round employment, not just for the summer months and class schedules will be accommodated.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from high school or equivalent and currently enrolled with an accredited college or university, or current high school senior with anticipated enrollment with an accredited college or university for the following semester (required proof of enrollment within 6 months). Must be 18-years-old at the time of hire. Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Must be computer literate, possess good communication skills, and have the ability to prepare oral and written reports. Bilingual literacy in Spanish beneficial.Additional InformationNotices will come via email. Please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application for status updatesWhy Work At Kent County?Invest In Your Future You can build a secure, lasting career here with benefits that support you and your family.Make a Difference Be a part of something meaningful and witness the direct impact of what you do.Be Part of a Team Teamwork allows us to achieve together what none of us could do alone.Lead with Integrity Be part of a workplace that values honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing.BenefitsKent County does not offer a benefits package to employees classified as temporary.

Job Description

Cadet Position With Kent County Sheriff's OfficeThis is a Cadet position with the Kent County Sheriff's Office. The position is responsible for a variety of entry-level duties within Corrections, Law Enforcement, Detective Bureau, Training, Courthouse, Crime Scene Unit, and Community Policing. Duties may include answering telephones and greeting visitors at the Sheriff's Office, Courthouse, and Correctional Facility; responding to a variety of questions from residents; scheduling and assisting the public with inmate visits, and assisting with professional visits; taking fingerprints for the general public; writing traffic crash reports, assisting with abandoned vehicle dispositions, and gathering statistical data on traffic situations. Cadets can also perform ride-alongs with County Patrol Officers, assist with hosting community policing events, and apply for a yearly educational scholarship of up to $2,500.00. Hours Must be available to work first and second shifts. Expect to work an average of 28 hrs/wk. Please note: this position is year-round employment, not just for the summer months and class schedules will be accommodated.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from high school or equivalent and currently enrolled with an accredited college or university, or current high school senior with anticipated enrollment with an accredited college or university for the following semester (required proof of enrollment within 6 months). Must be 18-years-old at the time of hire. Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Must be computer literate, possess good communication skills, and have the ability to prepare oral and written reports. Bilingual literacy in Spanish beneficial.Additional InformationNotices will come via email. Please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application for status updatesWhy Work At Kent County?Invest In Your Future You can build a secure, lasting career here with benefits that support you and your family.Make a Difference Be a part of something meaningful and witness the direct impact of what you do.Be Part of a Team Teamwork allows us to achieve together what none of us could do alone.Lead with Integrity Be part of a workplace that values honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing.BenefitsKent County does not offer a benefits package to employees classified as temporary.