Police Cadet (Part-time)

Summary

Police Cadet (Part-Time)The City of Murrieta is accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet (Part-Time) to fill one (1) current vacancy. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancy within this classification for up to one (1) year.Under the supervision of sworn Police personnel, the Police Cadet performs a variety of routine and progressively difficult police clerical and technical support duties in the areas including, but not limited to: lobby reception, records, crime prevention, patrol, traffic, and property control.Police Cadets are required to attend college, taking a minimum of 6 units, at the same time they are working at the Murrieta Police Department. Scheduled work hours will not conflict with class schedules. Work days and hours will be assigned so the Cadet has adequate time to devote to his or her education.Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove job duties as necessary and will make reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to enable qualified individuals to perform the position's essential functions. The omission of a specific duty does not preclude it from being assigned if it is similar, related, or logically aligned with the role's overall responsibilities.Performs a wide variety of routine to complex clerical duties to support departmental or divisional operations, including processing officers' daily logs, filing, data entry, photocopying, film developing, and ordering supplies as neededPerforms fingerprinting duties of citizens and prospective City employeesCollects and compiles statistical data; research crime trends for publication to police officers and publicEnforces parking regulations and issues citations as necessary; prepares abandoned vehicle reports and arranges for towingProcesses information related to traffic accidents and related citationsChecks in, delivers, and releases evidenceMaintains accurate and detailed records, verifies the accuracy of the information, researches discrepancies, and records informationVerifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; learns and applies departmental and program policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and filesPrepares, copies, collates, and distributes a variety of documents and reports; ensures proper filing of copies in departmental or central filesScreens calls, visitors, and mail; assists public at front counter and directs public to appropriate locations and/or staff; learns and assists in interpreting and applying regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from the public; directs callers to appropriate City staff as necessaryComposes, types, formats, and proofreads a wide variety of routine reports, letters, documents, and memoranda; types from rough drafts, verbal instructions, or transcribing machine recordings; checks drafts for punctuation, spelling, and grammar; suggests corrections to draftsReceives, opens, time stamps, sorts, and distributes incoming and interdepartmental mail; prepares and distributes outgoing mailMaintains and updates departmental record systems; enters and updates information with departmental activity, inventory files, and report summaries; retrieves information from systems as requiredMaintains and arranges activities and events as assignedPerforms other duties as assignedPossession of a High School diploma or equivalentMust be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) semester units at an accredited college or universityAbility to pass a Police background investigationMinimum age of 18 years required. Incumbent Police Cadets will end employment with the agency upon reaching their 23rd birthdayMust be a United States citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for United States citizenship. In accordance with California State law, citizenship status must be conferred within three (3) years of applying for citizenshipDriving is an essential job function; therefore, a valid California Driver's License is requiredIn accordance with Government Code 3100, this position is declared to be a disaster service worker subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.Final candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment screening process, including a full background investigation, Department of Justice Live Scan (DOJ/LS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint clearance, and a non-safety pre-employment physical examination. Candidates will also be required to successfully complete a polygraph or voice stress examination.Knowledge of techniques for dealing with the public in a tactful, but firm, mannerProper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuationModern offices practices, methods, and computer equipmentBasic mathematical principlesSafe driving principles and practicesAbility to learn the organization and functions of a Police DepartmentAbility to learn and apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies, practices, and methodsAbility to work courteously with the general public on the telephone and in personAbility to understand carry out oral and written directionsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workAbility to communicate tactfully and effectively with the public while remaining calm and following designated protocols in stressful and/or emergency situationsAbility to develop favorable public relations and maintain an appearance that projects a positive imageAbility to work irregular hours, as requiredAbility to maintain accurate records and filesAbility to perform procedures in an organized and accurate mannerAbility to make accurate arithmetic calculationsAbility to maintain attention to detail despite interruptionsAbility to safely operate a vehicleMust possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and examine evidence; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking on uneven terrain and landscapes when performing parking enforcement duties. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate parking enforcement related tools and equipment. Position in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.The employee typically works in both field and office conditions. The employee frequently works outdoors and is exposed to variable weather conditions as well as road traffic. The noise level can occasionally be loud, above 85 decibels, when performing field duties on public streets. Frequent driving is required for traffic control monitoring and to respond to accident or crime scene sites. When working indoors, the employee works in office conditions with a noise level that is quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels.This is a part time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited not to exceed 980 hours per fiscal year.A City application form and resume must be submitted online. Applicants can apply online at www.MurrietaCA.gov. Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process.The examination process may include a combination of appraisal interviews, performance tests, and writing exercises designed to evaluate the candidates' skills, training, and experience.Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. The City reserves the right to merge eligibility lists as needed. Final selection is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment requirements .Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.The City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment practices such as recruitment, selection, and promotions are administered in a manner designed to ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, disability, or any other basis that is inconsistent with federal, state or local laws.Located just north of San Diego County, the City of Mur

Job Description

Police Cadet (Part-Time)The City of Murrieta is accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet (Part-Time) to fill one (1) current vacancy. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancy within this classification for up to one (1) year.Under the supervision of sworn Police personnel, the Police Cadet performs a variety of routine and progressively difficult police clerical and technical support duties in the areas including, but not limited to: lobby reception, records, crime prevention, patrol, traffic, and property control.Police Cadets are required to attend college, taking a minimum of 6 units, at the same time they are working at the Murrieta Police Department. Scheduled work hours will not conflict with class schedules. Work days and hours will be assigned so the Cadet has adequate time to devote to his or her education.Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove job duties as necessary and will make reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to enable qualified individuals to perform the position's essential functions. The omission of a specific duty does not preclude it from being assigned if it is similar, related, or logically aligned with the role's overall responsibilities.Performs a wide variety of routine to complex clerical duties to support departmental or divisional operations, including processing officers' daily logs, filing, data entry, photocopying, film developing, and ordering supplies as neededPerforms fingerprinting duties of citizens and prospective City employeesCollects and compiles statistical data; research crime trends for publication to police officers and publicEnforces parking regulations and issues citations as necessary; prepares abandoned vehicle reports and arranges for towingProcesses information related to traffic accidents and related citationsChecks in, delivers, and releases evidenceMaintains accurate and detailed records, verifies the accuracy of the information, researches discrepancies, and records informationVerifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; learns and applies departmental and program policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and filesPrepares, copies, collates, and distributes a variety of documents and reports; ensures proper filing of copies in departmental or central filesScreens calls, visitors, and mail; assists public at front counter and directs public to appropriate locations and/or staff; learns and assists in interpreting and applying regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from the public; directs callers to appropriate City staff as necessaryComposes, types, formats, and proofreads a wide variety of routine reports, letters, documents, and memoranda; types from rough drafts, verbal instructions, or transcribing machine recordings; checks drafts for punctuation, spelling, and grammar; suggests corrections to draftsReceives, opens, time stamps, sorts, and distributes incoming and interdepartmental mail; prepares and distributes outgoing mailMaintains and updates departmental record systems; enters and updates information with departmental activity, inventory files, and report summaries; retrieves information from systems as requiredMaintains and arranges activities and events as assignedPerforms other duties as assignedPossession of a High School diploma or equivalentMust be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) semester units at an accredited college or universityAbility to pass a Police background investigationMinimum age of 18 years required. Incumbent Police Cadets will end employment with the agency upon reaching their 23rd birthdayMust be a United States citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for United States citizenship. In accordance with California State law, citizenship status must be conferred within three (3) years of applying for citizenshipDriving is an essential job function; therefore, a valid California Driver's License is requiredIn accordance with Government Code 3100, this position is declared to be a disaster service worker subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.Final candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment screening process, including a full background investigation, Department of Justice Live Scan (DOJ/LS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint clearance, and a non-safety pre-employment physical examination. Candidates will also be required to successfully complete a polygraph or voice stress examination.Knowledge of techniques for dealing with the public in a tactful, but firm, mannerProper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuationModern offices practices, methods, and computer equipmentBasic mathematical principlesSafe driving principles and practicesAbility to learn the organization and functions of a Police DepartmentAbility to learn and apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies, practices, and methodsAbility to work courteously with the general public on the telephone and in personAbility to understand carry out oral and written directionsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workAbility to communicate tactfully and effectively with the public while remaining calm and following designated protocols in stressful and/or emergency situationsAbility to develop favorable public relations and maintain an appearance that projects a positive imageAbility to work irregular hours, as requiredAbility to maintain accurate records and filesAbility to perform procedures in an organized and accurate mannerAbility to make accurate arithmetic calculationsAbility to maintain attention to detail despite interruptionsAbility to safely operate a vehicleMust possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and examine evidence; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking on uneven terrain and landscapes when performing parking enforcement duties. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate parking enforcement related tools and equipment. Position in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.The employee typically works in both field and office conditions. The employee frequently works outdoors and is exposed to variable weather conditions as well as road traffic. The noise level can occasionally be loud, above 85 decibels, when performing field duties on public streets. Frequent driving is required for traffic control monitoring and to respond to accident or crime scene sites. When working indoors, the employee works in office conditions with a noise level that is quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels.This is a part time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited not to exceed 980 hours per fiscal year.A City application form and resume must be submitted online. Applicants can apply online at www.MurrietaCA.gov. Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process.The examination process may include a combination of appraisal interviews, performance tests, and writing exercises designed to evaluate the candidates' skills, training, and experience.Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. The City reserves the right to merge eligibility lists as needed. Final selection is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment requirements .Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.The City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment practices such as recruitment, selection, and promotions are administered in a manner designed to ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, disability, or any other basis that is inconsistent with federal, state or local laws.Located just north of San Diego County, the City of Mur