Cadet - Sheriff's Office

Allegan County has much to offer, with 24 Townships, 9 Cities, and 2 Villages across nearly 900 square miles. The landscapes range from the lakeshore to beautifully wooded lands, our County’s natural resources are a gift to be treasured. Allegan County businesses, citizens, and employees are world-class, and we remain a welcoming, closely-knit community. We are one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan.
Allegan County Government places high importance on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Honesty. A common thread among our leadership, employees and volunteers is a strong desire to serve and be part of something meaningful. We were recently identified as “Best in Class Winner” among mid-size companies for our excellence in optimizing employee and organizational well-being. We have also received the Impact Award for excellence in educating our employees about their retirement plans and overall financial wellness. We are looking for dedicated, caring, energetic people to join our team!

Assists Law Enforcement staff and Corrections staff by performing various clerical duties including, but not limited to: data entry, filing, fingerprinting, delivering mail and court documents received. Assists the public as requested. May assist Emergency Management staff as requested. This position serves as a stepping stone to learn about Law Enforcement, with the potential for county sponsorship to the Police Academy.

Starting Wage: $16.71 per hour, no benefits, variable schedule (Mon-Fri), as needed, up to 19.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Data entry and filing.
2. Collects fingerprints from individuals for various purposes.
3. Delivers mail and court documents throughout the facility.
4. Transports equipment and/or vehicles to alternate locations as requested.
5. Assists the public as needed.
6. Assists Emergency Management staff as requested.

Education :

• Must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be currently enrolled in either a Law Enforcement Program or pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice.

Allegan County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. A copy of our EEO Utilization report is available on our website:

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