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Police Cadet

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Des Moines Police Department

Des Moines, IA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/4/2026

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Police Cadet Des Moines Police Department Des Moines, IA Posted Date 6/23/2026 Description Des Moines Police Cadet Regular Full-Time - $23.33 - $27.63 Hourly Police Cadet | Job Details tab | Career Pages The Des Moines Police Cadet is a non-sworn, paid professional position. It serves as a career-development role designed to prepare individuals for future employment as a sworn Des Moines Police Officer. Essential Job Duties Cadets perform a variety of support and staff functions to assist the basic operations of the police department.
Field Support:
Directing traffic at events or scenes and answering calls for service that do not require a sworn officer's presence.
Enforcement:
Performing parking enforcement, particularly in high-traffic or downtown areas.
Public Interaction:
Taking police reports from citizens via telephone or in person and providing relief in the communications center by answering public complaints.
Administrative Tasks:
Assisting with office functions, filing, and managing lost or stolen property.
Community Relations:
Conducting station tours, representing the department at meetings, and participating in public education activities. Key Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D..
Licensure:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa.
Citizenship:
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Character:
Ability to pass an intensive background investigation, polygraph examination, and psychological testing.
Age:
The Des Moines Police Cadet role requires candidates to be at least 18 years old by the application deadline. Career Track Requirements The position is a "launchpad" for becoming a Des Moines Police Officer.
Specific restrictions apply:
Mandatory Testing:
Incumbents must take the Police Officer examination process at the first available opportunity.
Termination Clause:
Cadets must be selected as a Des Moines Police Officer in one of the first two recruitments following their eligibility; failure to be hired as an officer within these cycles typically leads to termination from the cadet position. Salary 23.33 - 27.63 Hour Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma Job Type Entry Level