Police Cadet

JOB REQUIREMENTS: INTRODUCTION: The Racine Police Department serves the

City of Racine in Southeastern Wisconsin with a population of 77,816

people. We are a department that has adopted the philosophy of Community

Orientated Policing and is a recognized leader in this area. Our Mission

is to Protect Life and Property, Promote Community Partnerships, Build

Trust and Serve with Honor. POSITION PURPOSE: Police Cadets are

uniformed civilian employees who serve in an apprentice-style program

designed to prepare them for a career as a Racine Police Officer. Duties

include administrative and clerical functions within our Community

Oriented Policing Unit, Patrol Division, administrative support, and

Investigations. The assignments are widely varied so that the Police

Cadet can experience a broad range of operational and administrative

functions. The Police Cadet will be vital in department youth outreach

and assisting in the organization of the Racine Police Department's

Youth Cadet Program. Note: This position will remain open and

applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position

is filled. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Answering and directing phone calls.

Assisting citizens via telephone, online, and in-person. Operation of

department issued radio. Assist in facilitation of Racine Police

Department Youth Cadets youth program. Performing

administrative/clerical duties such as typing, filing, data entry.

Assisting with special projects as assigned. Plan, organize and execute

a community engagement project. Engage with the community to build

positive relationships, assist in community events, and support outreach

programs. Create engaging and relevant content for social media

Platform(s). Perform Other Duties And Responsibilities As Required,

assigned, or requested. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Office and community

environments. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION: Standing, walking,

sitting, and stooping. Kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing and

bending/twisting. Reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling (20 to 35

lbs.). Handling, grasping, fingering, filing, typing, and writing.

EQUIPMENT USED: Effective utilization of computer workstation, radios,

and telephone. This job description is intended to identify essential

duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned.

It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will

be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of

assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to

the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees

Maintain a Consistent And Reliable Attendance Record. Job Descriptions

are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of

Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In

compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will

provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with

disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to

discuss potential accommodations with the employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduating high

school seniors intending to enroll in college on a full-time basis in

fall 2026 and current college students who are presently enrolled in 12

or more undergraduate college credits are eligible to apply. Grade point

average of 2.0 or above and maintained throughout program. Must be a

citizen of the United States. Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin

driver's license within one year of date of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND

ABILITIES REQUIRED: Physically able to perform Police Cadet - and

eventually Police Officer - training and job duties. Must demonstrate

excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrable social

networking experience. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse

population, in-person, via telephone, and in writing. Ability to

maintain st ict confidentiality; ability to exercise sound judgment and

work independently. A strong commitment to providing quality customer

service.' Ability to interact professionally and effectively with

diverse publics in the City of Racine is required. Demonstrated ability

to think and act effectively in stressful situations. Access to reliable

transportation Motivated and able to complete the required educational

and physical fitness programs. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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