Police Cadet

Are you interested in becoming a future leader in the community? The City of Richmond is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet. The goals of the Police Cadet program are to expose men and women to the various aspects of police work in order to prepare them for a career in law enforcement. Police Cadets will promote the community's opportunity to enjoy a safe and positive environment.

Police Cadets are required to wear uniforms, do not carry firearms, and will not have sworn Police Officer status. They will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions and will be required to work shifts, weekends and holidays. The Police Cadet classification is Unrepresented.

Successful candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or crime of moral turpitude and must pass a polygraph exam, a background investigation and (depending on assignment) may be required to pass a Physical Agility Test.

Highly motivated candidates who are seriously considering a career in law enforcement will be assigned to perform a wide variety of support and administrative duties in a learning capacity, and will assist and observe police officers and other general employees. Incumbents may have the opportunity to learn and gain additional experience for a career in law enforcement. Police Cadets in this assignment must successfully complete a 160-hour Police Cadet training program and meet physical fitness standards.

The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value those traits in our employees!

The following list is intended to be illustrative in nature and does not necessarily represent the entire range of work duties expected of employees within the classification. Depending on the assigned area and the specific work of the department, duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Operates police information equipment including computer systems and teletypes; enters and researches information at the direction of a Police Officer or other general employees; and assists in processing, packaging, labeling, storing and destroying property and evidence.
• Photocopies, files, indexes and locates police records and related documents.
• Rides with Police Officers to observe and learn peace officer responsibilities and techniques.
• Performs errands for the department such as transporting information.
• Provides traffic direction and control for special events.
• Assists with receiving information and complaints from the public.
• Relays information as needed to appropriate departmental personnel.
• Performs related duties as required.

Learn the principles, practices, procedures, laws and ordinances, terminology and operation of equipment used in law enforcement and crime prevention.

High school graduation or the equivalent, and current enrollment in good standing at a college or university OR current high school enrollment with status as a Senior.

The City’s policy is that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated, including the booster, for COVID-19. New employees will be required to provide proof of complete vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Incumbents must have uncorrected 20/100 in each eye, corrected to 20/30 in each eye. They must have normal color vision, and normal hearing.

Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Learn to correctly interpret and apply the laws, codes, policies, and procedures related to law enforcement automated information and records management systems; maintain accurate records and files; operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer terminal; work courteously with the public, other law enforcement agencies and departmental staff; understand and carry out written and oral directions, and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;

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