Becoming a Police Cadet

Police Cadet Jack Clark

The West Metro Police Cadet program provides tuition assistance, paid learning opportunities and valuable mentorship to individuals interested in becoming a police officer.

Candidates apply for the two-year program through a participating police department
Applications accepted on a rolling basis as space is available
Once accepted, cadets receive tuition assistance to complete their law enforcement degrees and become POST-eligible
- Up to $12,000 per year to a qualified institution for two-year degree
- Up to $3,500 per year to a qualified institution for Law Enforcement Training and Skills Program
During the two-year program, cadets work part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) in a uniformed position, gaining valuable police experience, mentorship and training
After completion of the program, cadets are eligible for hire as full-time police officers

How to Apply

Position Responsibilities

Enforce applicable ordinances and statutes pertaining to animals, animal control, parking and selected health and nuisance ordinances
Detention duties, including booking, searching, controlling and releasing prisoners
Traffic control or perimeter security as assigned
Fingerprint services for civil and criminal appointments
Prepare and submit accurate and thorough reports, and issue summons/citations as needed
Participate in various department trainings, including defensive tactics
Assist in recovery and inventorying of lost, abandoned and/or confiscated property
Participate in departmental initiatives which foster positive interactions between police and members of the community

Qualifications

West Metro Police Cadet Program Participating Agencies