Police Cadet

Police CadetAccept and prepare preliminary reports of criminal complaints and accidents of a minor nature. Perform specific patrol duties within assigned areas as a visible deterrent. Enforce City ordinances authorized by the Department. Perform related work as required or directed to.Work is performed under the direct supervision of a Lieutenant, Sergeant or other superior officer. Supervision exercised is none.Employees in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following:Accept and prepare preliminary reports of criminal complaints and accidents of a minor nature.Perform specific, limited patrol duties.Ability to ride a bicycle for extended periods of time.Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.Ability to work in both cold and warm weather conditions.Ability to climb over obstacles.Ability to perform tasks that require lifting, carrying or dragging objects.Effectively communicate with people by listening, giving information, directions, etc.Obtain statements from victims, witnesses, and suspects.Serve date and time sensitive subpoenas.Maintain log and accurately record all equipment being issued and returned.Monitor security cameras.Keep work area stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.Verify bond money.Log-in persons arrested.Bond-out persons arrested.Prepare supplemental reports.Assist the on-duty command officers or other superior officers when requested.Confiscate, preserve and log into the property system evidence and found property.Perform Parking enforcement, as well as, beach, park and canal patrols; take enforcement action when deemed necessary.Effectively take necessary court documents to the District Court.Fingerprint citizens for court, firearms and employment purposes.Assist in Crossing Guard assignment(s) when needed.Assist with Traffic Control during but, not limited to, special events.Answer phone calls/emails for C.A.P.T.U.R.E./Tip411 anonymous tip lines, log anonymous tip information and disseminate to officers, which can be time sensitive.Participate in the Drug Enforcement Agency National Prescription Drug Take Back Days, by taking and securing unwanted medicine(s) for destruction from citizens.Encouraged to participate in Community Oriented Policing Events; i.e. CAPTURE Spaghetti Dinner, Treats and Trucks, Halloween Stroll, Elementary/Youth Academies, etc.Perform related duties as required.Desirable qualifications for employment:Attending college, enrolled in law enforcement or related field.Maintain a 2.5 or better GPA.Good moral character with no major contacts with any law enforcement agency.Ability to communicate and interact with fellow employees, other agencies and various types of people.Ability to communicate verbally and effectively by listening to people and by giving information and direction.Ability to communicate effectively over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.Ability to accurately prepare written reports and forms.Legible handwriting and spelling skills.Ability to maintain a satisfactory work record.Salary Range: $16.50/hourApplication Deadline: Open until filledTo Apply: Must be 18 years of age or older. Job applications can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from If mailed, it must be postmarked by the deadline date listed above. Job applications will be accepted online via email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Job applications will also be accepted in-person or by mail at:City of Port Huron Human Resources 100 McMorran Blvd. Port Huron, MI 48060** EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER **