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AP_Columbus Police Cadet in Columbus, Ohio
414531BR
Auto req ID:
414531BR
Company:
AP_Columbus
Job Code:
Public_Safety Law Enforcement
Job Description:
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
The mission of the Columbus Airport Police is to proudly serve the public and the Airport Community, to professionally work in partnership with our Airport Community and to provide a safe and secure environment for all persons who work, visit, and/or travel in, around, or through the properties and roadways governed by the Columbus Regional Airport Authority.
We are currently accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet. As a Police Cadet you would be paid to attend a police academy on a full-time basis and upon completing OPOTA certification, you would become a full-time Police Officer.
Selection Process:
Complete Application
Written Exam (Public Safety Careers | Firefighter Jobs | Police Officer Jobs | National Testing Network
Physical Fitness Assessment
Panel Interview – Ride Along
Personal Health Questionnaire and Background Investigation
Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
Medical/Psychological Exam, Drug Screen
The CRAA Police Department is a full-service, CALEA accredited team of Police Officers who are responsible for the protection of life and property, prevention of crimes, and the preservation of peace and order on CRAA properties and surrounding roadways. Airports serviced by the Columbus Airport Police are John Glenn International (CMH), Rickenbacker International (LCK) and Bolton Field (TZR).
Starting Pay: $28.14/hour
Position Title:
Police Cadet
Job Category:
Law Enforcement
Minimum Education Required:
High School/GED
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other:
Minimum Requirements:
Have a high school diploma or GED
No prior experience
Be a citizen of the United States
Have a valid driver’s license
Be at least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age at time of hire
Additional Requirements:
Willingness and ability to successfully complete an annual physical agility test as outlined in the current Fraternal Order of Police Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Ability to pass a personal history investigation including, but not limited to driving record, criminal history background check, physical examination, drug screen, psychological evaluation, and polygraph or CVSA verification
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other emergency agencies, co-workers, staff, and the public
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others and possess a superior affirmative attitude and be a teamwork advocate
Ability to work a varied shift, including weekends and holidays, and on occasion, in excess of the normal eight (8) hour tour of duty.
Ability to remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
City*:
Columbus
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Attends and successfully completes Ohio Police Officer Training Program as a paid employee. Upon successful completion of the academy, Police Officer duties include:
Respond to overt and covert alarms at airport security checkpoints and throughout the terminals.
Investigate improper or unlawful acts, such as public disturbance, security breach, or assault.
Complete and maintain federal, state, local offense and informational reports, files, and records.
Conduct fact-finding and/or informational interviews.
Exercise authority to arrest in accordance with TSR: 49 CFR Part 1542 and the laws of the State of Ohio and City of Columbus.
Patrol terminal and airport property, recognizing/responding to potential security breaches.
Assist in the search for suspicious items/bombs in the event of threat.
Take vehicle accident reports on Airport property and perform traffic control responsibilities.
Provide special security for VIPs.
Respond to activated fire, burglary, or other alarms.
Perform related work as required.
State*:
Ohio