Police Cadet

Position Information

The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is seeking Police Cadets for the inaugural launch of ACPD's Cadet Program. This is a program designed to allow currently enrolled college students the opportunity to explore various fields and aspects in Law Enforcement while attending school. Under instructional supervision, Police Cadets will participate in on-the-job training activities and perform administrative duties such as community policing, traffic control and enforcement, crime prevention, communications, and crime scene investigations. This position is separate from a Police Officer, in which a Police Officer is a sworn position with full law enforcement authority and responsibilities whereas a Cadet is a civilian, temporary position that performs administrative functions and receives an introduction to a law enforcement career through practical experience.

Specific duties include:

• Assisting in inventory management and the handling of seized/stolen property, which will be used as evidence in court;

• Providing support for special events, programs, and projects including, but not limited to, assisting with pedestrian control, setting up checkpoints, and deploying various equipment;

• Participating in ride-alongs with Police Officers and assisting with non-hazardous Police Department services throughout the County;

• Providing routine information to the public and staff either via telephone, face-to-face, or email;

• Participating in weekly physical fitness programs;

• Attending quarterly training sessions in the areas of Communications, Basic Criminal Law, First Aid, and Field Operations;

• Assisting in collecting information and preparing statistical data reports; and

• Entering and retrieving data/information in various Police Department systems.

The ideal candidate will be inquisitive in nature, a citizen of upstanding character, and have a strong desire to explore a potential career within Law Enforcement.

Selection Criteria

Minimum:

• Completion of the requirements for graduation from a standard senior high school or vocational school, a GED certificate, or the equivalent;

• By time of hire, enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing the completion of at least 60 college credit hours; and

• Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher while enrolled in at least 9 college credits or equivalent hours per semester.

Desirable:

• Some experience working with computers and operating systems typically utilized in an office setting; and/or

• Some experience working within an office setting with standard practices and procedures.

Special Requirements

Driver's License: The applicant must possess, have the ability to possess, or be able to obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver's license. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain or provide a copy of their official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. A pre-hire federal background check and State of Virginia Central Registry check will also be completed before hire.

General: To be considered for the Cadet program you must also:

• Be at least 18 years old;

• Be a US Citizen;

• Be a non-tobacco user;

• Have no Felony convictions or serious misdemeanors; and

• Marijuana: No use from the date of application, regardless of location of use (where it may be legal including states/countries)

Police Cadets that meet the following requirements may apply to become an Arlington County Police Officer Recruit:

• Be at least 20.5 years of age;

• Completed at least two college semesters as a Police Cadet;

• Completed a minimum of 30 college credits; and

• Receive a positive recommendation from the Cadet Coordinator.

Additional Information

The pay ranges listed above are effective July 1, 2024.

Work Hours: Work schedule is dependent on class schedule and will be determined at time of hire. Work is performed as part of 24/7 operation and the worker must be able to work shifts, including after-hours and during emergency situations as necessary. Cadets may work a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Physical Requirements: Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.

Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. A cover letter will also be required to be attached to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The official title for this position is Police Cadet (Intern).

All Police Cadets are eligible for certain County government employee benefits that include earning sick leave and commuter transportation subsidies.

Tuition Support: Police Cadets are also eligible for tuition support through Arlington County's Police Department, whereas up to 9 college credit hours will be paid for each semester, up to 6 semesters total, at the cost-rate equivalent to Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) - Virginia Resident: ($190.11 per credit hour) (F2023-Su2024)

• Tuition support benefit will become active starting Jan.2024*

Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.

NOTE: This position is listed as "open continuous". Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed, and qualified applicants referred on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your application is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The application process will close when the position has been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.

Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time).

More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.

Permanent, Full-Time Appointments

All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:

Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly. Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered. Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays. Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired.

Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. The County also contributes to the HSA.

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children.

Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay. The County also contributes to this plan. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service.

For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay. A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans.

Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits.

Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:

Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.

Limited Term Appointments:

Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.

Temporary Regular Appointments:

Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments:

Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.

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I understand that this role is considered part of a team that provides services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and I may be required to work scheduled hours as needed.

• Yes

• No

02

I understand that to maintain eligibility for this role, I must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing at least 9 college credit hours per semester and maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher and am willing to provide the Cadet Program Coordinator a copy of my official transcript each semester.

• Yes

• No

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I understand that due to the sensitive nature of this role, I consent to have a background check conducted as well as understand that any conditional offer of employment may be dependent on the results of the background check.

• Yes

• No

04

I understand that this role differs from a Police Officer, in that a Police Cadet is NOT a sworn officer position and WILL NOT have any law enforcement authority or responsibilities.

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Arlington County

Address 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 511

Arlington, Virginia, 22201

Phone 703-228-3500

Website https://careers.arlingtonva.us/