Police Cadet (Part-time)

Arcadia Police Department

At the Arcadia Police Department, making a positive difference is the guiding principle that shapes our decisions. The belief that every member of our team has the ability to positively impact the community is entrenched at the core of our organization. We are forward-thinking problem solvers that are rooted in tradition. Our diverse team values professionalism, integrity, work ethic, positive attitude, and camaraderie. If you are interested in embarking on the journey of serving the public as a member of our team, we welcome and encourage your application. Come join and experience what it is like to serve a community that supports and appreciates its Police Department.

Application deadline: This is a continuous recruitment and periodic testing will be conducted.

Recruitment process: Apply online – Submit a detailed, thorough application. Written exam (pass/fail) – Candidates must pass a multiple-choice written test with a score of 70% or above in order to advance to the next step of the examination process. Qualifications appraisal interviews (100%) – Candidates who successfully pass the prior component of the examination process are invited to participate in the oral interview panel and are required to pass it with a score of 70% or above in order to successfully be assigned to an eligibility list.

Selection process: Background check – A background check will be conducted to ensure that candidates meet the high standards set forth to join the Arcadia Police Department. Medical examination – Candidates who successfully pass the previous pre-employment component must undergo a medical evaluation to assess their ability to perform the essential duties of the job.

Examples of Duties

Under immediate to general supervision, to perform duties throughout the Police Department, including Records, Parking Enforcement, Property and Evidence, and Investigations. Exercises no supervision. Examples of important and essential duties include performing clerical assignments including typing; answering telephone requests for police services; querying law enforcement computer systems for information. Operating business office machines; processing reports and maintaining records and files; collecting information from the public for the purpose of generating reports; performing cite verifications. Performing data entry of persons, vehicles, and addresses into RMS and State and Federal databases. Maintaining all office supplies, including report forms, for the Department. Performing fingerprinting services for the public. Assisting the public with reporting of lost/stolen property in misdemeanor cases. Transporting TOPEK money, bail and miscellaneous receipts to City Hall. Verifying vehicle corrections performed and authorizing citation issued. Processing requests by mail for copies of police reports; processing requests by fax from other law enforcement agencies for reports. Providing information and assistance to the public at the front counter. Providing clerical support for Department personnel in the Administration and Operations Division. Scanning and indexing reports to optical disks for maintenance and retrieval. Assisting with the transport of property, signaling devices, and other items. Collecting monies for public requests of documents.

Other job related duties: Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Job related and essential qualifications: Knowledge of modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Basic mathematical principles. Safe driving principles and practices. Skill to type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Ability to learn pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations including administrative and departmental policies and procedures and police terminology. Maintain files alphabetically, numerically, or by subject matter. Handle multiple concurrent tasks with numerous interruptions. Utilize independent judgment involving the interpretation of instructions and performance of assigned duties. Assist the public with diplomacy and tact. Deal constructively with conflict. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: No experience is required. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade or currently enrolled in last year of high school. If candidate has completed high school, current enrollment in an accredited college or university towards a degree is required. Course work in law enforcement is preferred. Must maintain a 2.0 grade point average. An Associate of Arts degree or junior standing in an accredited college or university may substitute for such enrollment. If a Police Cadet, prior to reaching their 24th birthday, fails to be appointed as a Law Enforcement Recruit, or other position within the Police Department, that Police Cadet will be released from employment. Police Cadets who complete an Associates Degree may remain in the program until their 24th birthday. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license. Age requirement: Must be between the ages of 18 through 21 at time of appointment.

Supplemental Information

Special requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, and mechanical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for shift work, on-call, and stand-by.

Application: A fully completed online application is required to be submitted. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required online employment application. All certificates, resumes, cover letters, and other documents requested by the City for the position advertised, must be uploaded with your online application.

The selection process: All applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. The City reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. Candidates will be notified via e-mail or telephone if they qualify to move to the next step in the selection process. The interview score will determine ranking on the eligibility list and will remain in effect for one year.

Pre-employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure on any part of the selection process will result in removal from the recruitment process.

Please note: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in the selection process, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application.