NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! Gain valuable experience while volunteering with deputies - on the dunes, in our forests, patroling rivers, and beyond! Our Cadet Program trains young men and women between the ages of 18 and 21 for a career in law enforcement, with first-hand experience and development of skills and knowledge necessary for full-time employment. To apply, visit www.cognitoforms.com/LaneCountyOR/CadetApplication Although being a Cadet is not a pre-requisite to becoming a Deputy Sheriff, it is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience for a successful career! We have a limited number of spots available, however applicants who aren't selected are encouraged to apply the next time we recruit. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements: - Must be a US Citizen - Must be between 18 and 21 years of age - Must possess a high-school diploma or be enrolled in a high school or GED program. Cadets will: - Receive training in law enforcement tactics, legal issues, use of force, corrections, and patrol operations - Learn the differences between a Sheriff’s Office and municipal, state, or federal police counterparts - Attend community events to assist deputies - Participate in law enforcement ride-alongs - Prepare for a future career with the Sheriff’s Office - Be mentored regarding the culture of service expected from Sheriff’s Office members - Work with many of the special assignments offered by the Sheriff’s Office (Dunes Patrol, Marine Patrol, Special Response Team, Forest Patrol, etc.)