Police Cadet

Richmond, CA
Richmond Police Department

Salary: $16.97 – $20.60 Hourly.

Position Summary:
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.
Essential Functions:
1. 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.

2. Photocopies, files, indexes and locates police records and related documents.

3. Rides with Police Officers to observe and learn peace officer responsibilities and techniques.

4. Performs errands for the department such as transporting information.

5. Provides traffic direction and control for special events.

6. Assists with receiving information and complaints from the public.

7. Relays information as needed to appropriate departmental personnel.

8. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements:

  • 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.
  • Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
  • Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.
  • No felony convictions.
  • No use of the following drugs within the past five (5) years: Cocaine, Hallucinogens, LSD, Heroin, Methamphetamine, MDMA (Ecstasy), Psilocybin (Mushrooms).
  • No use of the following drug within the past two (2) years: Marijuana (Cannabis).
  • Successful candidates must pass a thorough background investigation, which may include a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, a polygraph test, a credit check, and a check of drug use history.
  • Must be able to qualify to use protective respirator equipment based on passing a specialized physical examination by the hire date and maintain certification.