Police Cadet (Part-Time)

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice. Prompt application is highly encouraged.

Police Cadets perform part-time administrative support duties in the Records Unit or other Divisions within the Police Department including but not limited to:

• Typing and operating computer equipment
• Filing
• Answering telephones and providing assistance at the front counter or desk position
• Assisting in the maintenance of the Police facilities and vehicles
• Processing Livescan fingerprint applications
• Directing traffic
• Assisting the department as needed
• Performing other required duties as assigned by supervisors or department personnel

Minimum Qualifications include the ability to:

• Meet physical employment standards
• Deal effectively with the public
• Work irregular hours, including holidays and weekends
• Read, speak, write and understand the English language
• Write reports
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Satisfactorily complete security background investigations
• Possess a valid California Class C Driver's License

1. At least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
2. Current enrollment in a two-year college or four-year university, with a minimum of twelve (12) semester units and a GPA of 2.0 or better.
3. Police cadets that have completed 120 or more college units, or have obtained their desired degree / certification, would be required to complete a minimum of 9 units each semester with a 2.0 GPA or better to remain in the program.  Police cadets who are being actively recruited or in the processing stages of hiring for a law enforcement career may remain in the police cadet program.