Police Cadet; Part-time

Job 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 rooted in tradition. Our diverse team values professionalism, integrity, work ethic, positive attitude, and camaraderie.

If you are interested in a career serving the public, we welcome your application.

• Perform clerical assignments including typing, answering telephone requests for police services, and querying law‑enforcement computer systems for information.
• Operate business office machines; process reports and maintain records and files; collect information from the public to generate reports; perform citation verifications.
• Enter data for persons, vehicles, and addresses into RMS and State and Federal databases.
• Maintain all office supplies, including report forms, for the Department.
• Conduct 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 citations 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.

• Minimum education:
  
  completion of the twelfth grade or current enrollment in the last year of high school.
• If high school is completed, current enrollment in an accredited college or university toward a degree is required; a 2.0 grade‑point average is required.
• Associate of Arts degree or junior standing in an accredited college or university may substitute for the above enrollment.
• No prior experience required.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver's license.
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 21 at time of appointment.
• Knowledge of modern office 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; maintain files alphabetically, numerically, or by subject matter; handle multiple concurrent tasks with numerous interruptions; utilize independent judgment; assist the public with diplomacy and tact; deal constructively with conflict; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, and mechanical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for shift work, on‑call, and stand‑by.

• Apply online: submit a detailed, thorough application.
• Written exam: multiple‑choice test with a score of 70% or above is required to advance.
• Oral interview: candidates that pass the exam are invited to a panel interview; a score of 70% or above is required to be placed on an eligibility list.
• Background check.
• Medical examination.
• Pre‑employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire.
• Score from pen‑and‑paper or performance evaluation and interview determines ranking on the eligibility list and remains in effect for one year.

• At‑Will employment, no benefits.
• Position is continuously recruiting; periodic testing will be conducted.