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Police Cadet (Student Intern II) (Vacancies)

Salary

$14.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

25-0782-V11

Department

30 Department of Public Safety

Division

Division of Police

Opening Date

05/02/2025

Closing Date

6/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

Definition

The Cadet Program Eligibility includes: 18 years of age at time of employment, possession of a High School diploma or GED at time of employment, and the possession of a valid Driver's License. All Police Cadets must also pass a basic sports physical prior to employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to read and write; ability to perform basic addition and subtraction functions; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to operate a computer; ability to maintain records; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.

AREA OF FOCUS FOR THE JOB AND SPECIFIC FOCUS AREA RESPONSIBILITIES

The Police Cadet program is up to 3 years for those interested in a career in law enforcement. Police Cadets will participate in an 18 week academy before transitioning to job assignments within the Division. Police Cadets will also participate in continued educational and community engagement opportunities. All training is under the supervision of the Cadet Training Staff and other Division personnel.

During the course of the Program, Police Cadets will also complete the below job duties, this is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. All duties are in preparation for the Columbus Police Academy:

• Participate in physical fitness training and foundational subject control training

• Learn about Columbus Division of Police Directives, Patrol standard operating procedures, and City of Columbus Central Work Rules

• Learn legal concepts, such as Ohio Revised Code, and fundamentals of criminal justice

The Cadet program is designed to help prepare individuals for the Columbus Police Officer selection process. While participation in the cadet program offers valuable experience, it does not guarantee subsequent employment as a Police Officer, as all candidates must undergo a competitive selection process.

DESCRIPTION/LISTING/ESTIMATED DURATION OF THE SELECTION PROCESS

All applications for this position will be forwarded to the department indicated above. For those candidates passing the application review step, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test. For any position within the Division of Police, the hiring process will also include the completion of an extensive personal history questionnaire and a polygraph examination. The selection process can take as little as 3 weeks and up to 3 months.

Under immediate supervision, is responsible on a part-time basis for learning, collecting,analyzing, and summarizing information used by technicians, professional workers, and administrators; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Researches information needed by technicians, professional workers, and administrators by reviewing periodicals, obtaining research materials from libraries, or reviewing technical documents;

Obtains information from citizens, applicants, or public officials; prepares and mails out questionnaires; interviews citizens, applicants, or public officials; summarizes information obtained and draws conclusions for review by supervisors;

Files periodicals, maps, reports, studies, contracts, and other data; collects printed materials;

Assists technicians and professionals in conducting various types of inspections and investigations and in the performance of other technical duties;

Assists in improving current operating procedures, conducting program evaluations, coordinating various programs and short-term projects, and maintaining inventory control systems;

Operates office machines such as calculators, duplicating equipment, and scanners; learns to operate technical equipment such as audio and video equipment;

Learns to generate, verify, and/or code data such as computer based test data;

Learns to provide requested technical information and assistance to organizations and individuals;

Maintains records and prepares narrative and statistical reports and other written documents;

May deliver documents to City and other officials.

Minimum Qualifications

Actively enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate program in a college, university, or technical school,ORactively enrolled in a cadet program in the Department of Public Safety.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 25-0782-V11

Employment Type: Part Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Yarshar Kermue

Department of Public Safety

Division of Police

77 N Front St

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-4986

E: [email protected] ([email protected])

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

01

Are you interested in actively pursuing a career in law enforcement?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you willing and able to participate in an up to a 3-year program to prepare you for a career in the Law Enforcement service?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you 18 years of age or older?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Will you be 18 years of age or older by September 15, 2025?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Do you possess a valid driver’s license?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Will you possess a valid driver’s license by September 15, 2025?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Will you possess a high school diploma or GED by September 15, 2025?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Did you graduate from Columbus Downtown High School or another Columbus City School?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Are you currently or previously a member of the Downtown High School Public Safety program?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Do you reside within the borders of the City of Columbus?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Are you currently or previously a member of the Columbus Division of Police’s Public Safety Corps?

+ Yes

+ No

13

If yes, please list the dates that you were a member.

14

Are you willing and able to participate in academic courses of study in the Cadet Program that will prepare you for a career in the Law Enforcement service?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Are you willing and able to participate in regular physical training, including but not limited to, running, push-ups, sit-ups, pull-ups, weight training, and other training?

+ Yes

+ No

16

Are you willing and able to participate 35 hours per week in this program and to report on time and as scheduled for your shifts?

+ Yes

+ No

17

Are you willing and able to work daylight, afternoon, and night shifts?

+ Yes

+ No

18

Are you willing and able to work weekends and holidays?

+ Yes

+ No

19

Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application.

+ Yes

+ No

20

Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

21

Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework.

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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