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The City of Yuma Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer Cadet. Applications will be accepted will be accepted through May 24, 2024. The selected candidate will be sent to an agency-sponsored law enforcement academy.

During the academy the student will receive pay and benefits, to be discussed upon appointment. The cost of the academy will be covered by grants.

Upon successful completion of the academy and Colorado POST certification test, the cadet will be sworn in as a certified officer with the Yuma Police Department. At that point, the candidate's wages will be adjusted to a certified officer salary of $24.03 per hour.

The following are the qualifications and testing required as part of the application process.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age

Have a high school diploma or equivalent, and a

Have a clean driving record/criminal history.

Being bilingual is a plus. The hiring process includes, but is not limited to a written exam, oral board interview, psychological evaluation, CVSA, and medical exam with drug screening.

Applicants must be willing to work flexible/rotating schedules including holidays, and enforce city municipal code and state laws. The Yuma Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For questions contact Chief Jerry Thompson at 970-848-5441.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Yuma, CO 80759: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person