Police Cadet

Police Cadet

Salary

$47,613.62 Annually

Location

Graham Police Department 216 S. Maple St, Graham, NC 27253, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-0004

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

10/30/2026 12:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary and General Statement of Duties

An employee in this class is responsible for attending BLET classes on a daily basis; listening to instruction, participating in physical fitness training, participating in role play scenarios and taking tests. The employee must have a positive attitude and desire to learn through hard work and good study habits. The work is performed under the observation and review of the Support Services Division and the supervisor of the Training Unit. This employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement training. This classification is considered nonexempt in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

This position is being advertised to fill upcoming Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) classes scheduled to begin in January 2027 and July 2027. Selected candidates will be required to attend the BLET program at Alamance Community College (ACC) and comply with the college's established schedule, which may include afternoon and evening classes, as well as occasional weekends.

Hiring Timeline:

January 2027 BLET Class: Hiring is expected to take place in November-December 2026, with the BLET program beginning in January 2027.

July 2027 BLET Class: Hiring is expected to take place in May-June 2027, with the BLET program beginning in July 2027.

Examples of Duties

• Attending Class on a regular basis
• Performing assigned tasks as instructed
• Listening to and taking notes during classroom instruction
• Participating in role playing scenarios during class
• Completing assignments and taking graded tests with passing scores

Distinguishing Features of the Class and Illustrative Examples of Work

• Learn, understand and apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies and procedures.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work under strict law enforcement structure.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
• Meet the public with courtesy and tact.
• Analyze situations accurately and select quick, effective and responsible courses of action.
• Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Learn to use a computer and applicable software.
• Some knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, and procedures.
• Some knowledge of departmental standard operating policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
• Some knowledge of practices, materials, techniques, and equipment pertinent to job assignment.
• Familiarity and increase in skill in the use of firearms and other authorized law enforcement equipment.
• Ability and willingness to act quickly and properly in emergency situations.
• Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and the general public.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work in this position is medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employee must have the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and perform extensive reading. This employee is exposed to inside and outside working conditions. This employee may be exposed to noise which would cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level; hazards including proximity to moving equipment; and atmospheric conditions which may affect the respiratory system.

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed are the only ones the employee may be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks, duties, and training as requested by their supervisors.

Position Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduation from High School or GED Equivalency

Special Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Drivers License
• Ability to obtain certification as a law enforcement officer by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Standards Commission after successful training and based on background review.

The City of Graham offers an extensive and comprehensive benefits program for employees that includes:

North Carolina Department of State Treasurer Division of the Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (LGERS)

Additional Retirement Savings Plans

Group Health and Hospitalization Insurance

Dental, Vision, Group Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Longevity and Vacation Pay

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Other leave:

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Workers Compensation

Military Leave

Civil Leave

Educational Leave with pay

Shared sick leave

Employee Assistance Counseling Program

Credit Union Membership Available

Tuition Reimbursement

Detailed information about our Benefits will be provided during the hiring and/or onboarding process.

01

To comply with 12 NCAC 09B.0101 (Minimum Standards for Criminal Justice Officers), are you a U.S. citizen?

• Yes
• No

02

To comply with 12 NCAC 09B.0101 (Minimum Standards for Criminal Justice Officers), are you at least 20 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03

Did you graduate high school?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered yes to question 3, what type of high school diploma did you receive?

• GED
• High School Diploma
• Home School
• Correspondence School
• I did not graduate high

05

Are you certified in Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)?

• Yes
• No
• Currently Enrolled in BLET

06

Where did you attend Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)? Please list academy name and location. If you are not certified or you are not currently enrolled in BLET, please type "N/A" below.

07

Are you a college graduate?

• Yes
• No
• Currently Enrolled

08

Police officers are required to work rotating shifts, which will include days, nights, weekends, holidays plus occasional on-call . Are you willing to work this type of schedule?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you drink alcoholic beverages?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered yes to question 9, how often do you drink alcoholic beverages?

• 1-4 drinks a week
• 5-9 drinks a week
• 10 drinks or more a week

11

Have you ever been arrested or cited for a DWI or DUI?

• Yes
• No

12

If you answered yes to question 11, how long ago were you arrested or charged with DWI or DUI?

• Less than 5 years ago
• More than 5 years ago

13

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

14

If you answered yes to question 13, please provide the nature and date of the conviction. If you have never been convicted of a felony please type "N/A".

15

Are you currently a candidate in the employment process with another criminal justice agency?

• Yes
• No

16

If you answered yes to question 15, please list the agency name, date of your application and the status of your application with the agency. If you are not currently in the employment process with another criminal justice agency, please type "N/A".

17

Have you ever been denied employment by a criminal justice agency?

• Yes
• No

18

If you answered yes to question 17, please list the agency name and date of your application. If you have never been denied employment by a criminal justice agency, please type "N/A".

19

Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from any position because of criminal or personal misconduct or rules violation?

• Yes
• No

20

If you answered yes to question 19, please explain the circumstances. If you have never been discharged or asked to resign from any position because of criminal or personal misconduct or rules violation, please type "N/A".

21

Have you ever been under internal investigation with another agency?

• Yes
• No

22

If you answered yes to question 22, please provide the name of the agency, the circumstances surrounding the investigation and the month and year of investigation. If you have never been under internal investigation with another agency, please type "N/A".

23

Have you ever resigned from a position due to being under an ongoing investigation?

• Yes
• No

24

If you answered yes to question 23, please provide the name of the agency, the circumstances surrounding the investigation and the month and year of investigation. If you have never resigned from a position due to being under an ongoing investigation, please type "N/A."

25

Are you eligible for rehire by your previous employer?

• Yes
• No
• I do not know

26

Have you ever used marijuana?

• Yes
• No

27

If you answered yes to question 26, please provide the month and year that you last used marijuana. If you have never used marijuana, please type "N/A".

28

How many times have you used marijuana?

• Experimental 1 time
• 2-6 times
• 7-9 times
• 10 or more times
• I am not sure.
• I have never used marijuana.

29

Have you ever used prescription drugs other than those prescribed to you by a physician?

• Yes
• No
• I am not sure

30

If you answered yes to question 29, please list the month and year that you last used prescription drugs that were not prescribed to you. If you have never used prescription drugs that were not prescribed to you, please type "N/A".

• Yes
• No
• I am not sure

31

How many times have you used prescription drugs that were not prescribed to you?

• Experimental 1 time
• 2-6 times
• 7-9 times
• 10 or more times
• I am not sure.
• I have never used non-prescribed drugs.

32

Have you ever used any illegal drugs including, but not limited to opiates, pills, heroin, cocaine, crack, LSD, etc.?

• Yes
• No

33

If you answered yes to question 32, please provide the month and year that you last used illegal drugs. If you have never used illegal drugs, please type "N/A".

34

If you have used illegal drugs, how many times have you used illegal drugs?

• Experimental 1 time
• 2-4 times
• 5-8 times
• 10 or more times
• I have never used illegal drugs.

35

Have you ever been convicted of any crime arising from Domestic Violence?

• Yes
• No

36

For our recruiting purposes, please tell us how you heard about the position of Police Officer I with the Graham Police Department.

• governmentjobs.com
• City of Graham Website
• BLET School
• Facebook
• Graham Police Dept
• Other
• None of the above

37

If you answered other to question 36, please specify how you heard about the position of Police Cadet or Police Officer I in the box below.

38

If referred by a Graham Police Department employee or City of Graham employee, please provide that employees name.

Required Question

Employer City of Graham

Address 201 South Main Street

Graham, North Carolina, 27253

Phone 336-570-6700

Website http://www.cityofgraham.com