Police Cadet Program

Description Cadet Program The Cadet Program is aimed to provide opportunities in law enforcement for recent High School graduates and individuals who are not yet eligible to sit in the academy. When you participate in the Cadet Program, individuals complete 20 hours of school while working 20 hours a week at the WSPD. The cost of education is covered by the WSPD and individuals are compensated for the employment portion.

About The Program

• Get paid while attending college, (including books, fees, and tuition), with full-time employment with the Winston-Salem Police Department.
• Be registered as a full-time Criminal Justice Student at Forsyth Technical Community College, Davidson Community College, Surry Community College, Rockingham Community College, and Guilford Technical Community College.
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Will complete 40 hours a week: 20 hours as a student at an authorized Community College and 20 hours of employment at the Winston-Salem Police Department until graduation
• Applicant must pass a background check and initial eligibility testing
• Scholarship recipients have a three-year service commitment as a sworn law enforcement officer with the WSPD

If you have any questions regarding the completion of these forms, please contact the Recruiting Unit at (336) 403-5001 Employee Benefits

• 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
• Bus Pass Program
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Suggestion Program
• Family and Medical Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Health Insurance
• Group Dental Insurance
• Jury Duty Leave
• Life/Accidental Death Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Military Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Promotion from Within
• Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)
• School Leave
• Shared Leave
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Training
• Vacation Leave
• Wellness Program

The City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists.

01

Are you interested in Law Enforcement?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you registered as a full-time Criminal Justice student at an approved community college?

• Yes
• No

03

Which eligible community college program are you enrolled in?

• Davidson County Community College (DCCC) Davidson County Community College (DCCC)
• Forsyth Technical Community College (FTCC)
• Guilford Techincal Community College (GTCC)
• Rockingham Community College (RCC)
• Surry Community College (SCC)
• None

04

Do you anticipate graduating from an approved community college?

• Yes
• No

05

When is your expected graduation date?

06

What is your current cumulative GPA?

07

Are you willing to serve as a police officer for the Winston-Salem Police Department for 3 years?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have any criminal or traffic convictions?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes to the criminal or traffic convictions question, please list your convictions.

10

Please explain your interest in law enforcement and why this program would benefit you. (Please include as an attachment if needed)

11

Please List Your Parent(s) Or Guardian(s) Name(s) 12

Please list your parent(s) or guardian(s) address if different from you own.

13

Do you possess a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

14

Please indicate your Drivers License or ID number and state.

• Required Question