FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP
POLICE DEPARTMENT
PUBLIC SAFETY CADET UNIT #1808
APPLICATION INTRODUCTION
Program Begins October 24, 2024
PURPOSE
The Franklin Township Police Department Public Safety Cadet Unit is designed to provide exciting and challenging training, along with on-the-job experience for young people interested in a career in law enforcement. Cadets participate in classroom learning, practical scenario training, and are able to participate in ride-alongs with officers. Cadets work side by side with police officers, serving at various community events. The Cadet program is an excellent way to become familiar with law enforcement policies and procedures, to network with Police Officers, and to obtain community service hours.
REQUIREMENTS
-Be 14 (graduated from 8th grade) to 20 years of age to participate.
-No older than 18 at the time of acceptance.
-Maintain at least a "C" average in all school work through 12th grade.
-Pass a background investigation. (criminal/motor vehicle record).
-Complete an oral interview.
-Maintain good moral and ethical character.
-Be able to attend TWO Cadet meetings per month and volunteer at township events.
TRAINING
-Firearms Safety
-Traffic Investigation
-Criminal Investigation
-First Aid/CPR
-Crime Prevention
-Community Policing
-Arrest, Search & Seizure
-General Police Procedures
WHAT WE ARE NOT
The Franklin Township Police Public Safety Cadet Unit is NOT a program for “troubled youth”. An applicant cannot have any arrests, convictions, or behavioral problems.
UNIFORM
A uniform is required. Shirt, cap, and safety vest will be supplied by the Franklin Township Police Department. All cadets are responsible for having black pants (no sweatpants) and black shoes.
NOTICE TO ALL
APPLICANTS:
Thank you for your interest in the Franklin Township Public Safety Cadet Unit. New applicants are interviewed periodically throughout the year. If you have met the program requirements you will be contacted. Generally, new applicants begin in the months of January and September.
The enclosed application and entrance essay is to be completed by the applicant only. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
A copy of your most recent school report card and/or your most recent school transcript must be submitted with your application, along with a copy of your birth certificate.
The Franklin Township Public Safety Cadet Unit requires all applicants possess and maintain a G.P.A. of 2.0 for participation and be at least 14 years of age (having completed 8th grade) but no older than 17 at the time of acceptance.
The attached confidential background information sheet must be completed by an individual of your choice who is over the age of 18 and does not reside in your home. It is to be submitted with your application.
If you are currently employed, the attached employment record is to be filled out by a representative of your employer and submitted with your application.