POLICE CADET
Job Title: Police Cadet Department: Police Department | EEOCategory: Full-time Reports to: Police Logistics Support Manager |
| Classification: Non-Exempt | Pay Grade: $32,500 - $37,840.14 per year |
| $15.63 - $18.19 per hour |
The Police Cadet serves the City of Benton residents by assisting with the minor day-to-day operations of the Police Department. The Police Cadet works under the immediate supervision of the Logistics Support Manager, unless otherwise instructed. The Police Cadet position is an entry-level civilian position designed for individuals who are interested in seeking future employment as a Police Officer but who do not yet meet minimum qualifications. While all employment with the City is at will and not for any definite term, Cadets typically occupy that position for a period not to exceed three years, or until the individual meets the eligibility requirements to apply and test for a Police Officer position, whichever occurs first. Cadet positions are extremely valuable in providing individuals with an interest in becoming Police Officers with experiential opportunities to better understand the day-to-day work entailed. Individuals already credentialed as Police Officers, or who have lost their credentials, are not eligible to serve as a Cadet. Cadets are not within the ambit of the Benton Civil Service Commission’s jurisdiction and can be removed without notice, with or without cause, at the discretion of the Chief of Police. The position is deemed as nonessential personnel and safety sensitive.
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Benefits Overview for Civilian Positions:
- 12 paid holidays per year, 120 paid vacation hours, 24 paid PTO hours, and 136 paid sick hours annually
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (covered fully for employee; family coverage available at $276/month)
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care options
- Life and AD&D Insurance paid by the City of Benton for each employee
- Defined benefit retirement plan- 2% contribution for first year and 4% thereafter
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Additional Voluntary Benefits Available
All applicants must complete the following: (When applying)
- Visit the City Website to download an application or scan/click the QR code below to complete online.
- A copy of the application may also be picked up at the Benton Municipal Complex (HR Dept).
- A completed, written application must be turned in, mailed, faxed, or emailed to: mlgibson@bentonpolicear.gov Attn: Chief's Office 114 S. East St., AR 72015 Fax # 501-239-2171
QR Code to Online Application:
