Cadet

Overview

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Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194309EP

Internal Recruitment No:
Internal Recruitment No

Working Title:

Cadet

Anticipated Hiring Range: $44,825

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm; when not attending BLET

Job Location:

Department NCSU Police

Department: NCSU Police

About the Department

The North Carolina State University Police Department is responsible for providing the most reasonable level of safety and security for the protection of life and property of students, faculty, staff and visitors of the campus community. Being a full sized police department, the department functions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round with sworn officers, non-sworn full-time employees and part-time employees.

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• This full-time, non-sworn position is designed to prepare individuals for a career as a sworn Police Officer. The program offers a unique opportunity to begin a career in law enforcement while receiving both formal and specialized training.
• Cadets hired into the program will be paid to attend the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Academy. Successful completion of BLET and state certification is required for appointment as a Police Officer. Candidates who do not complete the program may be released from employment.
• When not enrolled in BLET or awaiting certification, Cadets will participate in department-specific training to gain a strong foundation in university policing.

Other Responsibilities

• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum of High School diploma or GED. Ability to qualify for attendance at a State of North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Academy including satisfying all relevant background check and physical agility requirements as required by the NC Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission (NC CJETSC) and the hiring agency.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
• No domestic violence convictions.

Other Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet the minimum State standards for employment. Candidates must successfully complete a department orientation course, a department field training program during probationary period, and must satisfactorily complete the state mandated probationary period. The selected candidate must possess good oral and written communication skills and deal with the public and representatives of the criminal justice system in a professional manner.

The candidate(s) for this position will be considered a ‘MANDATORY’ Employee as defined in University Regulation 04-20-07.

The successful candidate:

• Is an individual with impeccable integrity and a proven record of consistency.
• Models courteous engagement and outstanding customer service with faculty, staff, students, and visitors while ensuring clear and firm adherence to safety principles and laws.
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
• No domestic violence convictions.
• Successful completion of:
  Physical fitness and psychological testing;
  Comprehensive background investigation;
  Drug screening;
  Firearms Familiarization Course.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.
• Ability to perform professionally in stressful or adverse situations.
• Basic computer proficiency, including word processing, email, and database systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher education level.
• Experience in a higher education public safety or campus police department is preferred as is experience in a CALEA…