What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Cadet position at City of Riverside?
The Position
Under close supervision, performs a variety of trainee level law enforcement functions for the City of Riverside Police Department. This is a work training program for college students who are preparing for a career in law enforcement.
Employees in this class are participating in an on-the-job training program in which incumbents will learn to perform law enforcement and para-technical duties in accordance with established procedures. Assignments may be made within any division of the Police Department. Incumbents will progress through various assignments and specific coursework enabling them to choose among various law enforcement career options. Initially, employees will work under close supervision. As knowledge is acquired of procedures applicable to assigned work, incumbents will be expected to perform routine duties with greater independence.
Work Performed
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D; must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) semester units at an accredited college or university and maintain a minimum of a 2.0 or "C" grade point average.
Special Requirement: Minimum age of 18 years required with a maximum age of 24 years.
Selection Process
Medical Category: Group
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Career Advancement Opportunities
From: Police Cadet
To: Community Service Officer or Police Officer
Selection Process
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
Important Information On Scheduling Assessments
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
Educational Requirements
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Temporary Variable & Full-Time
Employees hired in a temporary position working "variable" part-time hours (less than 30 hrs/week) may be eligible to enroll in a health insurance plan offered by the City upon meeting full-time eligibility at the end of their measurement period (12 months). Employees hired in a temporary full-time (more than 30 hrs/week) position will be eligible to enroll in a health insurance plan offered by the City upon hire.
All temporary employees are automatically enrolled in a mandatory Deferred Compensation plan in lieu of Social Security. Temporary employees are also eligible for paid sick leave as outlined in the Fringe Benefits and Salary Plan, Section 7. Employees may be eligible for CalPERS membership upon hire if they are already a CalPERS member, Tier designation is based on membership date. If no prior CalPERS membership exists, employees must meet CalPERS eligibility requirements before being brought into CalPERS membership.
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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed (includes option for current enrollment in high school)
Are you currently enrolled in at least six (6) semester units at an accredited college or university?
Do you currently maintain a minimum of a 2.0 or "C" grade point average?
Please indicate whether you meet the age requirement of 18 - 24 years of age.
Background: The following questions are to assess your suitability for employment with the Riverside Police Department based on your personal background. Please answer each question to the best of your knowledge. This information will be used to determine whether or not you will be invited to continue in the selection process for the current position.
Have you been arrested for driving under the influence in the last four (4) years?
Have you used methamphetamine, cocaine, or steroids (other than doctor prescribed) in the last five (5) years?
Have you ever used heroin/opium? (other than doctor prescribed)
Have you used hallucinogens to include LSD, PCP, XTC, in the last seven (7) years?
Have you ever manufactured, cultivated, transported, brokered, or sold controlled substances, other than marijuana?
Have you ever injected any form of illegal narcotics (steroids do not apply)?
Have you been convicted of a felony or domestic violence?
I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed in lieu of completing the Supplemental Questionnaire. Note: Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.
Under close supervision, performs a variety of trainee level law enforcement functions for the City of Riverside Police Department. This is a work training program for college students who are preparing for a career in law enforcement.
Employees in this class are participating in an on-the-job training program in which incumbents will learn to perform law enforcement and para-technical duties in accordance with established procedures. Assignments may be made within any division of the Police Department. Incumbents will progress through various assignments and specific coursework enabling them to choose among various law enforcement career options. Initially, employees will work under close supervision. As knowledge is acquired of procedures applicable to assigned work, incumbents will be expected to perform routine duties with greater independence.
Work Performed
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Determines classes of crime and collects evidence.
- Prepare detailed police reports.
- Initiates and issues parking citations.
- Assists officers policing special events.
- Assists in crime scene security
- Assists support personnel with clerical duties as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D; must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) semester units at an accredited college or university and maintain a minimum of a 2.0 or "C" grade point average.
Special Requirement: Minimum age of 18 years required with a maximum age of 24 years.
Selection Process
Medical Category: Group
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Career Advancement Opportunities
From: Police Cadet
To: Community Service Officer or Police Officer
Selection Process
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
Important Information On Scheduling Assessments
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
Educational Requirements
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
- An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
- An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Temporary Variable & Full-Time
Employees hired in a temporary position working "variable" part-time hours (less than 30 hrs/week) may be eligible to enroll in a health insurance plan offered by the City upon meeting full-time eligibility at the end of their measurement period (12 months). Employees hired in a temporary full-time (more than 30 hrs/week) position will be eligible to enroll in a health insurance plan offered by the City upon hire.
All temporary employees are automatically enrolled in a mandatory Deferred Compensation plan in lieu of Social Security. Temporary employees are also eligible for paid sick leave as outlined in the Fringe Benefits and Salary Plan, Section 7. Employees may be eligible for CalPERS membership upon hire if they are already a CalPERS member, Tier designation is based on membership date. If no prior CalPERS membership exists, employees must meet CalPERS eligibility requirements before being brought into CalPERS membership.
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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed (includes option for current enrollment in high school)
- Currently enrolled in High School
- Less than a High School Diploma and NOT currently enrolled
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Some college (up to 59 semester units or 89 quarter units)
- Associate's degree (60 semester or 90 quarter units)
- Bachelor's degree (120 semester or 180 quarter units)
- Master's degree
- PhD
Are you currently enrolled in at least six (6) semester units at an accredited college or university?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently maintain a minimum of a 2.0 or "C" grade point average?
- Yes
- No
Please indicate whether you meet the age requirement of 18 - 24 years of age.
- Yes
- No
Background: The following questions are to assess your suitability for employment with the Riverside Police Department based on your personal background. Please answer each question to the best of your knowledge. This information will be used to determine whether or not you will be invited to continue in the selection process for the current position.
- I understand
Have you been arrested for driving under the influence in the last four (4) years?
- Yes
- No
Have you used methamphetamine, cocaine, or steroids (other than doctor prescribed) in the last five (5) years?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever used heroin/opium? (other than doctor prescribed)
- Yes
- No
Have you used hallucinogens to include LSD, PCP, XTC, in the last seven (7) years?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever manufactured, cultivated, transported, brokered, or sold controlled substances, other than marijuana?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever injected any form of illegal narcotics (steroids do not apply)?
- Yes
- No
Have you been convicted of a felony or domestic violence?
- Yes
- No
I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed in lieu of completing the Supplemental Questionnaire. Note: Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.
- I understand
- Required Question