Applicants Sought For Reserve Officers and Cadet Explorers

Independence needs a few good reserve police officers Photo By: Bonnie King

(INDEPENDENCE) - The Independence Police Department is seeking reserve officers and cadet explorers.

To qualify for the reserve police officer position, applicants must be at least 21-years-old by April 1st, have a high school diploma, be of good moral character, and have a clear criminal record.

Applicant testing includes a writing and physical agility exam.

High scoring applicants will be invited back for an oral interview, then meet with the Chief who makes the final appointments.

Applicants who pass the oral interview will be given a thorough background investigation. Once hired all reserve officers will be sent to a reserve police academy.

To qualify for the position of police cadet explorer, applicants must have at least a "C" average in high school or college, be between 16 and 20 years of age, be of good moral character and have a clear criminal record.

These candidates will also participate in a written test and physical agility test, followed by an oral interview and background investigation.

Anyone interested in either position should obtain an application at the Independence Police Department, 240 Monmouth St. or at www.independencepolice.org.