POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE (POLICE CADET)

About this role

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/3019/jobpostings/image/GPD (250 x 250 px).jpeg" data-id="null" data-name="GPD (250 x 250 px).jpeg" alt="Are you ready to embark on a career dedicated to serving and protecting your community? The City of Gastonia Police Department values integrity, professionalism, and excellence, and we're looking for motivated individuals who share these principles to join our team as Cadets. As Cadets, individuals gain the invaluable knowledge and experience needed to be successful law enforcement officers while also earning a base salary." data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/3019/jobpostings/image/GPD (250 x 250 px).jpeg" style="width: 211px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="GPD (250 x 250 px).jpeg" data-uw-rm-alt="CT"></div><br>Are you ready to embark on a career dedicated to serving and protecting your community? The City of Gastonia Police Department values integrity, professionalism, and excellence, and we're looking for motivated individuals who share these principles to join our team as Cadets. As Cadets, individuals gain the invaluable knowledg

Requirements

<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Understanding of basic law enforcement principles, procedures, and protocols.</li><li>Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including laws, regulations, and legal processes.</li><li>Understanding the principles of community policing and the importance of building positive relationships with community members.</li><li>Knowledge of emergency response protocols and procedures to effectively handle various situations.</li><li>Understanding of ethical standards and professional conduct expected of law enforcement officers</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with colleagues, superiors, and members of the public.</li><li>Ability to think critically and make sound decisions in challenging and fast-paced situations.<