Enrollment Open for Springfield Police Cadet Training Program

Springfield, Mass. — Enrollment is open for the Springfield Police Cadet Training Program.

Along with specialized cadet training, benefits of the program include: Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Leave Provisions, Uniforms and a Flexible Work Schedule.

Initial pay scale: $16.50/hour ($618.75/week); after one year: $18/hour ($675/week); after two years: $19.50/hour ($731.25/week)

Police cadets who have completed at least three years of service, have obtained an Associate Degree in Law Enforcement and/or Criminal Justice, and meet the requirements are eligible for an appointment to the Springfield Police Department as a Police Officer. To become a Cadet you no longer have to reside in the city at the time of hire, but need to establish residency within one year of being hired.

There will be an informational Zoom session on April 26th at 5pm.   To receive the link either register for the program or email spdhr@springfieldpolice.net

There will be an exam on May 21st.

Follow this link for additional information on the Cadet Training Program