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Major Duties The Police Officer Cadet is a non-sworn officer in a trainee capacity. Incumbents attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified academy to develop the minimum qualifications necessary to assume a position as a sworn police officer.
- Under general supervision, the incumbent attends prescribed police academy to learn the principles, practices, and theory of criminal and civil law enforcement in addition to codified and case law; receives training in report writing, physical fitness techniques, firearms use and maintenance, and arrest and control techniques.
- Upon successful completion of the required POST training (police academy) within the required time frame and at the discretion of management, the Police Officer Cadet will be appointed to the classification of Police Officer. Police cadets work varied shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
- Under close supervision, the Cadet may assist other police officers in the performance of their duties.
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Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent and eligibility to attend a certified California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) basic training academy.
- Eligible to be a peace officer in the State of California
- Eligible to obtain a valid P.O.S.T. Certificate of Eligibility or possess a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate in good standing
- Valid California driver’s license
- Must meet CSUN Minimum Standards of Employment and Training; must be free of any felony convictions; have good moral character; meet pre-employment requirements including the (POST) Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery, physical agility test, successful completion of a comprehensive (POST) background investigation, physical exam with drug testing, and psychological exam.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities - Qualify for and satisfactorily meet the ongoing standards of the California basic (POST) academy training.
- Possess mental capacity, physical agility, and learning potential to perform all aspects of (POST) training and police work.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule - The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
- The salary/hire rate for this classification is: $3576.
- HOURS: Full Time; Shift rotates and includes evenings and/or weekends.
- TEMP: Upon successful completion of the required (POST) training within the required timeframe and the discretion of management, the police officer cadet is appointed to the classification of police officer.
General Information - This job opening has been re-posted and will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
- This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
- In addition to a thorough background investigation in compliance with POST standards, the selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan).
- The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
- In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
- Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
- The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.
Equal Employment Opportunity CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, covered military and veteran status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.
Advertised: Jun 21 2023 Pacific Daylight Time
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