Police Cadet; Part-time

Overview

At the Arcadia Police Department
, making a positive difference is the guiding principle that shapes our decisions. The belief that every member of our team has the ability to positively impact the community is entrenched at the core of our organization. We are forward-thinking problem solvers that are rooted in tradition. Our diverse team values professionalism, integrity, work ethic, positive attitude, and camaraderie. If you are interested in embarking on the journey of serving the public as a member of our team, we welcome and encourage your application.

Come join and experience what it is like to serve a community that supports and appreciates its Police Department.

Final date to receive applications
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This is a continuous recruitment and periodic testing will be conducted.

Apply Online – Submit a detailed, thorough application.

Written Exam (Pass/Fail) – Candidates must pass a multiple-choice written test with a score of 70% or above in order to advance to the next step of the examination process.

Qualifications Appraisal Interviews (100%) – Candidates who successfully pass the prior component of the examination process are invited to participate in the oral interview panel and are required to pass it with a score of 70% or above in order to successfully be assigned to an eligibility list.

Background Check – A background check will be conducted to ensure that candidates meet the high standards set forth to join the Arcadia Police Department.

Medical Examination – Candidates who successfully pass the previous pre-employment component must undergo a medical evaluation to assess their ability to perform the essential duties of the job.

Under immediate to general supervision, to perform duties throughout the Police Department, including Records, Parking Enforcement, Property and Evidence, and Investigations.

Exercises no supervision.

• Perform clerical assignments including typing; answer telephone requests for police services; query law enforcement computer systems for information.
• Operate business office machines; process reports and maintain records and files; collect information from the public for the purpose of generating reports; perform cite verifications.
• Perform data entry of persons, vehicles, and addresses into RMS and State and Federal databases.
• Maintain all office supplies, including report forms, for the Department.
• Perform fingerprinting services for the public.
• Assist the public with reporting of lost/stolen property in misdemeanor cases.
• Transport TOPEK money, bail and miscellaneous receipts to City Hall.
• Verify vehicle corrections performed and authorize citation issued.
• Process requests by mail for copies of police reports; process requests by fax from other law enforcement agencies for reports.
• Provide information and assistance to the public at the front counter.
• Provide clerical support for Department personnel in the Administration and Operations Division.
• Scan and index reports to optical disks for maintenance and retrieval.
• Assist with the transport of property, signaling devices, and other items.
• Collect monies for public requests of documents.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Modern offices practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Basic mathematical principles.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to:

• Type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
• Operate a motor vehicle safely.

Ability to:

• Learn Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations including administrative and departmental policies and procedures and police terminology.
• Maintain files alphabetically, numerically, or by subject matter.
• Handle multiple concurrent tasks with numerous interruptions.
• Utilize independent judgment involving the interpretation of instructions and performance of assigned duties.
• Assist the public with diplomacy and tact.
• Deal…