Police Cadet

Job Summary

Under close supervision, performs a variety of trainee‑level law enforcement functions for the City of Riverside Police Department. This is a work training program for college students who are preparing for a career in law enforcement.

• Determines classes of crime and collects evidence.
• Prepare detailed police reports.
• Initiates and issues parking citations.
• Assists officers policing special events.
• Assists in crime scene security.
• Assists support personnel with clerical duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.; must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) semester units at an accredited college or university and maintain a minimum of a 2.0 or “C” grade point average.

Special Requirement:
Minimum age of 18 years required with a maximum age of 24 years.

Medical Category:
Group 3

Necessary Special Requirement:
Possession of an appropriate, valid class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Career Advancement Opportunities:
From Police Cadet to Community Service Officer or Police Officer.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job‑related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

Important Information on Scheduling Assessments:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self‑schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self‑scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Applicant Requirements:
Candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process should contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre‑employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE:

The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

Educational Requirements:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) requires one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at .
• An advanced‑level degree from an accredited U.S. college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e‑mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Part‑time
• Job function:
  Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries:
  Government Administration

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