GENERAL PURPOSE

City of Upland is recruiting for Police Cadet

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APPLICATION FILING PERIOD WILL CLOSE UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS.

Under immediate supervision, performs a wide variety of non-sworn duties in various divisions of the Police Department, including lobby reception, records, patrol, traffic, property and evidence, and/or administration; provides general office support as assigned; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This entry level classification is responsible for performing routine non-sworn civilian status work in the Police Department. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. This position is intended to prepare the incumbent to progress toward achieving a future career, possibly within the law enforcement field.

* APPLICANTS MUST BE 17.5 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF APPLICATION, 18 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF EMPLOYMENT, OR OLDER. *

CURRENT VACANCY: Multiple part-time vacancies exist in the Upland Police Department. This position is limited to 960 hours per Fiscal Year.Eligibility lists are in effect for one year. The resulting list from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

SALARY: Listed hourly wage indicates the first and last steps of the range for the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

* Learns, understands, and applies Department and mandated applicable laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures.

* Provides technical assistance to the public at the front desk and over the telephone; gathers information and records complaints; directs callers to other departmental personnel or other agencies as appropriate; learns and operates police radio communications equipment.

* Prepares and processes a variety of reports, forms, citations, applications, and permits; types, compiles, and tabulates basic statistical and financial data; tracks status of cases and warrants; maintains related files and records.

* Assists with vehicle release duties such as regular and thirty (30) day tows, tow hearings, vehicle repossessions, property releases, and vehicle auctions.

* Releases records as appropriate such as criminal reports, crash reports, and calls for service.

* Performs California Law Enforcement Telecommunication Systems (CLETS) data entry duties; enters missing/found persons, impounded/stored/repossessed vehicles, and lost and found property into the appropriate records system.

* Maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the general public; takes an active role in areas of public education relative to crime and crime prevention.

* Acts as a court liaison, delivers criminal reports to the District Attorney's Office for review, and collects court documents related to the filing or rejection of criminal cases.

* Assists with crime prevention and community relations programs and in the Investigation Division, as assigned.

* Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

* Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience:

* None

Licenses and Certifications:

* Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

Background Investigation:

Applicants will undergo a complete, comprehensive, POST approved Background Investigation.

Character:

Applicants must be of good character and reputation.

Applicants will be fingerprinted, and records checked at both State and Federal levels.

Applicants must not have a record of conviction of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses.

Credit rating, if established, must be satisfactory.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

Step 1: Online Application:In order to be considered for aPolice Cadetposition with theUpland Police Department, applicants must submit an online application in response to a current job opportunity listed on the City's website.

Step 2: Written Examinations:Qualified applicants will be required to successfully pass the written POST Pellet B Examination with a T-score of 44 or higher.Qualified applicants will be invited via email to the written examination. Applicants may submit written t-scores from other agencies for examinations taken within the last 12 months. T-scores shall be sent to agarcia@uplandpd.org for consideration.

APPLICANT PREPARATION GUIDE FOR THE POST ENTRY LEVEL LAW ENFORCEMENT TEST BATTERY is available by clicking the following link: https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf

Step 3: Oral Interview:Qualified applicants will be required to complete oral interviews as part of the recruitment process.

Step 4: Background Investigation and Administrative Interviews:Qualified applicants will undergo a complete, comprehensive, POST approved Background Investigation including aPolygraph Examination.Upon completion of the background investigation, applicants may be invited to an Administrative Interview.

Step 5: Conditional Job Offer:Following the successful completion of all prior steps, candidates may be made a conditional job offer. Job offers are conditional upon the successful completion of amedicalexamination.

Step 6: Medical Examinations:Qualified applicants will complete a full medical examination, including drug screening.

Knowledge of:

* General functions of a municipal law enforcement agency.

* Basic principles of record keeping.

* Proper care and maintenance of property and equipment.

* City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

* Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

* The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

* Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

* Accept supervisory authority.

* Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls and other requests for service.

* Obtain, record, and retain complete and accurate information from diverse individuals, including those who are upset, angry, or difficult to understand.

* Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including emergency and high-stress situations.

* Learn and understand the organization and operation of the Department and outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

* Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as technical reports, records, and correspondence that may serve as evidence in court.

* Learn and operate police radio communications equipment.

* Organize, maintain, and update office database and records systems.

* File materials alphabetically, chronologically, and numerically.

* Organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.

* Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

* Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned work.

* Learn and apply new information or new skills.

* Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

* Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.

* Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.

* Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances, and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. The principal duties of this class are performed in a police station environment with exposure to criminal offenders, mentally ill individuals, and persons potentially infected with communicable diseases.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.