Police Cadet (Part Time, At-Will & Non-Benefited)

Police Cadet

This recruitment is continuous and may close without further notice. This position is limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year, at-will and non-benefited.

The Police Cadet position varies in shifts and days off (including weekend and holiday work as assigned). This is a part-time position intended to provide the individual who is considering a career in law enforcement with the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks assisting various members of the Police Department in the performance of their duties. The Police Cadet may be assigned to any of the Bureaus or Divisions of the Department and may be rotated on a regular basis to provide enhanced experience with the various aspects of law enforcement.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to : Under close supervision, the Police Cadet participates in an apprenticeship program within the Police Department.

Participation in the apprenticeship program is limited to a maximum of six (6) years or until age 23 (may be extended to age 24 at the discretion of the Police Chief).

Experience and training guidelines : Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; must be between 18 and 23 years of age; possess a valid California Driver's License and maintain a reasonable driving record for qualification of coverage under the City's regular insurance policy; enrolled in an accredited college or university with a class load of at least twelve (12) semester units in classes approved by the Chief of Police (grade point average of at least 2.0 on a 4-point scale). Knowledge of : Correct usage of the English language including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary; basic understanding of the use of common office machines; proper telephone etiquette and message taking. Ability to : Understand and follow verbal and written instructions; work independently using sound judgment and good reasoning and problem solving skills; ability to reason and react maturely; communicate clearly both orally and in writing; work cooperatively in an environment that requires team effort to achieve some goals and individual initiative to achieve others; project an image of care and concern for persons contacted in the course of employment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Rialto Police Department as well as a physical examination including a drug screening. The background investigation is a rigorous process. A typical background investigation includes but is not limited to : background interviews with individuals designated by the Rialto Police Department (this may include current and former co-workers, friends, relatives, neighbors, or any other relevant individual), criminal background check, credit check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation. Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have : an excessive number of traffic citations and / or collisions; arrests and / or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; poor credit history (factors include bankruptcy, foreclosures, liens and repossessions); or thefts from a previous employer. For clarification of any of the above disqualifying reasons, please call the Police Department Personnel and Training Unit at (909) 421-4926.

The following list describes some areas that are covered in the background investigation : Your relatives, references, and acquaintances are asked to comment on your suitability for this position. The information supplied regarding your educational history is examined and verified. You must list a history of your residences. Your work history and experience are examined with regard to your dependability, relationships with fellow workers, trustworthiness, and general job performance. Military service records are subject to verification. The background investigation considers your management of personal finances (however, being in debt does not automatically disqualify you). Your criminal, driving, and insurance records are evaluated.

A City application form and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) MUST be submitted and received by the closing date. Please apply online at www.yourrialto.com. All other employment inquiries can be directed to The City of Rialto, Human Resources Department. 246 S. Willow, Rialto, CA 92376. Telephone : (909) 820-2540. Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting. Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable (Government Code : 18540.4), shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full-time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date in order to be eligible for Veterans Preference Credit. The City of Rialto is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.