Police Cadet (As-Needed)

Job Summary

Elevate your college experience by joining the Santa Monica Police Department as a Police Cadet!

This unique opportunity allows you to be part of a dynamic law enforcement team while pursuing your education. As a student in good standing at an accredited college or university, you can apply if you have a minimum of nine semester units. Maintain full-time student status while gaining valuable real-world experience with no prior experience required.

As a Police Cadet, you'll play a vital role in supporting law enforcement initiatives, contributing to community safety, and building essential skills for your future career. Plus, with the chance to work alongside seasoned professionals, you'll gain insights into the world of policing that go beyond the classroom.

If you're at least 18 years old and have a valid Class C driver's license, this is your opportunity to positively impact on the community while growing both personally and professionally.

Please note that this position does not include benefits, but the unparalleled experience gained will undoubtedly set you on a path towards success. Apply now and be a part of something meaningful!

DEFINITION

Assists with a variety of routine, non-hazardous police work involving public relations, communications, clerical tasks and other support duties.

SUPERVISION

Works under the immediate supervision of a Police Sergeant and/or designee who outlines work, frequently reviews work in progress and carefully reviews completed work. No supervision is exercised.

Representative Duties

Receives and responds to in-person and telephone complaints and/or requests for information; responds to routine queries with regards to procedures and directions, and refers to appropriate source(s); takes messages.

Assists with writing police reports regarding minor incidents from citizens and the public.

Gathers, compiles, and organizes data for departmental studies and/or projects.

Prepares charts, tables and diagrams.

Receives, sorts and distributes mail and sensitive correspondence within the Department and to various locations throughout the City.

Performs a variety of clerical duties, including data entry, filing, maintaining and retrieving a variety of records and forms, and general office reception duties.

Copies and distributes reports, and memos.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Basic office practices and procedures

Business English, spelling, punctuation, and grammar

Effective customer service techniques

Ability to:

Follow oral and written instructions

Operate a variety of office equipment

Write clear and concise reports

Respond to inquiries in a tactful manner

Maintain confidentiality

Organize and maintain office files

Perform simple mathematical calculations

Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Provide effective customer service

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public

Skill in:

Using a personal computer and applicable software applications

Reading and writing messages and documents at an appropriate level

Performing data entry

Basic mathematics

Working effectively with persons from diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Must be a student in good standing at an accredited college or university with a minimum of nine (9) semester units or the equivalent. Must maintain full-time student status (minimum 9 semester units) at an accredited college or university. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.

Experience: No experience required.

Employment is limited to a maximum of 20 hours per week and a duration of not more than 4 years from the date of hire. A Police Cadet assignment may be extended for up to six months beyond the termination of full-time student status provided the individual is a candidate for a full-time position with the Santa Monica Police Department and is awaiting completion of a background investigation.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid Class C driver license.

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY : Applicants must file a clear, concise, completed on-line City application with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline.

SELECTION PROCESS : An on-line City application and required supplemental questionnaire must be completed to be considered for this position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified for the position on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS : Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process be subject to a thorough background investigation.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

REQUESTS FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246 (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in an office environment using a computer. Office work may require sitting for prolonged periods of time and using a computer keyboard, mouse, and screen. May be required to drive a vehicle to various locations to facilitate department business. The incumbent may be required to lift heavy weight. Irregular work hours are occasionally required.

This is a temporary hourly position without benefits. The City of Santa Monica provides a deferred compensation (457) retirement plan for its as-needed (temporary) employees who are not eligible for coverage under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City and as-needed employee are each required to contribute 3.75% of wages to the deferred compensation plan. As-needed employee contributions will be deducted from paychecks on a pre-tax basis.

Closing Date/Time: 3/20/2025 5:30 PM Pacific

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