Police Cadet

Overview

POLICE CADET

HOURLY SALARY - $16.82 - $17.50

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL THREE PART-TIME VACANCIES IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT.

FILING DEADLINE

The recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close at any time with or without prior notice. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Candidates who clearly best meet or exceed the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Under direct supervision from sworn or civilian personnel, this position will perform a variety of routine and progressively difficult police clerical support duties and assignments within the Police Department. In the Police Cadet Program, cadets will be able to acquire valuable knowledge on how the Police Department operates through hands-on training within various areas including lobby reception, records, crime prevention, patrol, traffic, and property control.

This position will be responsible for a variety of tasks including:
Assists in the processing of records, fingerprinting, and subpoena service;
Assists with typing correspondence to internal and external customers;
Facilitates change-over and maintenance of vehicles;
Responds to citizen inquiries in prompt and professional manner;
Files and maintains confidential police records and related documentation; and perform other related duties as required.

This is a non-benefited, at-will part-time position with working hours to be assigned at the discretion of the Police Department. Candidates must be able to work flexible hours, which may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekend shifts. The successful candidate must be available to work on average 20 hours per week and shall not work an excess of 960 total hours per fiscal year.

Duration of assignment is determined upon the needs of the Department.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction
• Establish and maintain positive professional working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Apply proficient computer skills and knowledge to support a wide-range of administrative functions
• Ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, effectively prioritize and have strong organizational skills

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of submitting employment application.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Applicants
  MUST
  be attending High School
  OR
  College at time of appointment. Current school transcripts or school schedule
  MUST
  be attached to your application. To qualify for continued employment the following criteria must be met:
• Overall GPA of 2.0 ("C" Average) or better must be maintained.
• High school students must, upon graduation, enroll in college for the term immediately following commencement.
• College students must be full-time carrying a minimum of 12 semester/quarter units of credit each term.
• Grade reports must be submitted to the office of the Chief of Police after each quarter or semester.

Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered.

Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process.

The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful…