Police Cadet

Duties/Responsibilities

Police Cadets are assigned to various divisions of the Police Department as designated by the Chief of Police and perform a variety of tasks within the guidelines of non-hazardous duty assignments in support of sworn personnel.

Essential Functions:

• Support Police Department programs and public awareness efforts.
• Aid sworn personnel with non-hazardous tasks like parking citations, traffic control, and vehicle towing.
• Prepare, collect, and set up equipment as needed.
• Perform office tasks such as filing, answering calls, and maintaining records.
• Help coordinate maintenance and repairs for department vehicles.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a professional, service-oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance and uphold the City’s Mission and Values.

Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Participation in a Law Enforcement Explorer Program and/or enrollment in college courses leading to a degree in criminal justice or a related field and maintaining a C average (desirable).
• Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Special Requirements

• Must be 18 years old to apply.
• Work a varying flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays (hours/days may be adjusted as needed).
• Receive satisfactory results from a background investigation, a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, and an administrative review.