Police Cadet

Salary: $16.50 – $20.06 Hourly

Position Summary:

Successful performers are motivated, enthusiastic individuals who are interested in exploring the law enforcement profession by working in a police environment. These dedicated, conscientious employees possess a high moral character and strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy performing important duties which have a significant impact on the community.

Essential Functions:

• Police Cadets perform non-sworn law enforcement related functions in all divisions of the police department, including answering telephone lines and public inquiries, writing reports, processing evidence, and other duties/projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 17 1/2 years old to 24 years old at time of application submission
• Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• Current enrollment (or enrollment in upcoming academic term) in an accredited college or university with a minimum of nine semester units
• A valid CA driver license and acceptable driving record. (Based on possible field duties applicants may operate a personal or city vehicle.)
• Bilingual fluency in English and one of the following languages is also highly desirable: Spanish, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Samoan, Hmong or Korean.
• Willingness and ability to work any shift, holidays and weekends. Ability to move and lift objects weighing up to 20 lbs.