Sheriffs Cadet

About the role

The Placer County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a Sheriff's Cadet position. This structured mentorship program prepares individuals for a career in law enforcement by training cadets with the Youth and Community Services Unit to perform various routine and increasingly challenging non-sworn duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform various routine and progressively more difficult non-sworn duties under the supervision of Sheriff's Office staff.
• Serve the Placer County community alongside Sheriff's Office staff.
• Grow skills and experience in preparation for entry-level law enforcement positions, such as Deputy Sheriff Trainee.
• Work up to 28 hours over a 7-day period, with flexibility to choose a schedule between 0630-2200, Monday to Sunday.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Background investigation to ensure high moral character, honesty, and exemplary work ethic.
• A positive attitude toward fellow workers and the community they will serve.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a physical fitness test.
• Pass a drug screening.

Benefits

Temporary/Extra-help assignments are limited to 28 hours per week with a cap of 999 hours or 960 hours for CalPERS retired annuitants in a fiscal year and are not eligible for benefits.

Pay

Temporary/Extra-help assignments are not eligible for benefits.

Schedule

Temporary/Extra-help assignments are flexible, with the option to work between 0630-2200, Monday to Sunday, with a maximum of 28 hours per week.

Note: This position is open until filled and applications are screened bi-weekly.

For more information or to apply, visit the recruitment page: Job Posting: Sheriff's Cadet - Placer County.

The Placer County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer.