Police Cadet

Police Cadet

Salary

$31,428.80 Annually

Location

Lynchburg, VA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

03476b

Department

Police

Division

Police Administration

Opening Date

09/15/2026

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Description

The Police Cadet position is a non-sworn, entry-level role designed to introduce individuals between the ages of 18 to 21 to the law enforcement profession while providing meaningful support to the Lynchburg Police Department (LPD). Cadets assist the Department by performing customer service, administrative tasks, and operational duties in various divisions on a rotational basis.

This position is intended to serve as a career development opportunity, preparing cadets for potential future service as sworn police officers. Cadets gain exposure to modern policing practices, including community engagement, technology-driven crime prevention, and collaborative problem-solving.

Career Development Pathway

The Police Cadet Program is designed as a pipeline to a career as a sworn police officer with the Lynchburg Police Department. Cadets receive hands-on experience across multiple divisions of the Department, building a strong foundation in community engagement, administrative processes, and operational support.

Cadets who demonstrate strong performance, commitment to LPD's mission, and alignment with the values of modern policing are encouraged to apply for sworn Police Officer positions when eligible. The program provides:

• Exposure to all major areas of the Department, including Patrol, Investigations, Emergency Communications, and Community Policing.
• Training in law enforcement technology, record systems, and best practices.
• Mentorship from sworn officers, supervisors, and professional staff.
• Professional development opportunities to prepare for transition to a sworn police officer.

The ultimate goal of the program is to develop future police officers who are community-focused, technologically proficient, and committed to partnering with and protecting the citizens of Lynchburg.

LPD Hiring Process

• Complete this Application

• Physical Agility Assessment and Oral Board

• Polygraph Exam

• Extensive Background Check

• Medical Exam

• Psychological Test

Primary communication during the hiring process is done through email.

Please check your spam/junk folders in addition to your inbox.

Essential Duties

Essential Job Functions

• Provide general customer service to community members, including answering questions, assisting walk-ins, writing and retrieving reports, and directing inquiries.
• Learn to conduct basic interviews with victims and witnesses, documenting information in incident reports.
• Assist with maintaining records, files, and data entry in records management systems.
• Train to become certified in operating the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) systems.
• Observe and ride along with sworn police officers to gain exposure to patrol operations.
• Assist sworn and professional staff with administrative tasks, including filing, processing paperwork, and evidence handling.
• Assist in orienting and mentoring newly hired cadets.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental operations.

Additional Duties

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Possession of a valid Virginia drivers license and an acceptable driving record according to City criteria, or the ability to obtain one.

Additional Requirements

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);

the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit

• Life insurance at no cost to the employee

• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.

• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance

• Paid Time Off

• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

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Please provide the last four digits of your Social Security number for verification purposes.

02

Are you a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States eligible for naturalization?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

04

If you are currently attending High School, when do you expect to graduate (month and year)?

05

Are you willing to sign an agreement waiving your right to use all tobacco products both on and off duty?

06

Have you ever had your drivers license suspended, revoked or refused? Please explain.

07

Have you been charged with or convicted of a DUI related offense within the last 3 years?

08

Have you had a valid drivers license continuously for at least 3 years?

09

Have you served in the armed forces?

10

If you have served in the Armed Forces and have been discharged, was it dishonorable or for bad conduct? If so, please explain in detail.

11

If you have no record of previous employment, please provide details regarding your time spent since graduation from High School or obtaining your GED.

12

Have you ever been convicted of a domestic assault and/or battery offense?

13

Have you ever been under a protective order by the court? If yes, please explain.

14

Do you have any visible tattoos on your arms, neck, hands and/or face? If yes, please give location(s) and describe the tattoo(s). (You will be required to provide a photo of these at a later date in the hiring process).

15

Have you ever been disciplined or punished for any violation related to lying, cheating, stealing, or something else that would bring your integrity into question? If yes, please explain.

16

Have you ever been disciplined, suspended, terminated, asked to resign, or received punitive actions at a current or former place of employment? If yes, please explain

17

Have you previously applied with the City of Lynchburg Police Department? If yes when, and for what position?

18

Do you currently have any bills in collections (exclude debt protected in bankruptcies)? If you do please explain in detail your plan to have these bills paid in full.

19

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? Please explain and provide the year this occurred.

20

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Please explain and provide the year this occurred.

21

Are you now, or have you ever been a member of a criminal street gang, or group that furthers or promotes criminal activity? If yes, please explain.

22

Have you ever purchased, manufactured, stored, sold, acted as a lookout, delivered, smuggled, sent through the mail, transported another person to illegally buy or sell drugs, or unlawfully benefitted in any way from the sale of prescription or illegal drugs? If yes, please explain including dates.

23

Have you used marijuana in the past six (6) months? If so, when was the month of the last usage?

24

In the last four (4) years, have you unlawfully used any of the following: PCP, Heroin, Cocaine/Crack, Methamphetamine, Ecstasy, LSD, Psilocybin (mushrooms), or Rohypnol/Other Date Rape Drugs?

• Yes
• No

25

This job will require you to pass a drug and alcohol screen, and a thorough background examination, which will include a polygraph and credit investigation. Are you willing to participate in these examinations?

• Yes
• No

26

If given a conditional offer of employment you will be required to provide a copy of your immunization record at the pre-employment health screening. Are you willing and able to provide this record?

• Yes
• No

27

This role requires flexibility, as shifts can vary, potentially including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional rotating schedules. Are you willing to work any shift assigned to you?

• Yes
• No

28

You will be required to provide copies of your educational transcripts, birth certificate, DD 214 (if applicable) and DCJS Certification (if applicable). Please have these documents readily available to expedite the hiring process. Do you understand this requirement?

29

DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Drivers License

30

Please provide your drivers license number so that your driving record can be obtained.

31

Out of State Applicants and/or Applicants who have had a VA drivers license for less than 3 years: Do you agree to provide a copy of your driving record from the state you are currently licensed or have been licensed in when requested?

• Yes
• No

32

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide the name of the State where your license was issued:

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Primary communication during the hiring process is done through the email address lpd.training@lynchburgva.gov or allen.kittrell@lynchburgva.gov. Please check your spam/junk folders on a regular basis in addition to your inbox for communication from the Recruiting office. Do you agree to check your email?

• Yes
• No

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I certify that the information provided on this application is truthful and accurate to my knowledge. I understand that any intentional omission of information and dishonesty will eliminate me from further consideration of employment with the Lynchburg Police Department.

Required Question

Employer City of Lynchburg

Address 900 Church Street

Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504

Phone (434) 455-4200

Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources