Police Cadet

City of Menifee•Menifee, CA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Menifee Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency committed to protecting and serving the residents of Menifee with professionalism, integrity, and transparency. Established to meet the needs of a rapidly growing community, the department provides a wide range of services including patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and community outreach programs. Guided by a strong sense of stewardship and a commitment to accountability, professionalism, respect, and consistency. By fostering open communication and building strong partnerships with our residents, we work to strengthen community trust and support proactive, community-focused policing. Under the leadership of Chief David Gutierrrez, the Menifee Police Department strives to create a safe and connected community where people feel supported and secure. The Police Cadet position is a part-time, at-will role that supports full-time officers by handling a wide range of non-enforcement tasks such as assisting the public at the front counter, maintaining records, processing reports and mail, gathering crime-trend data, performing fingerprinting, helping with evidence logging, and supporting traffic and parking operations. It offers hands-on exposure to police work while requiring flexibility in scheduling, including potential evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. Note: This is an at-will, part-time position without benefits. Work hours for part-time positions are scheduled and staffed based on operational need and typically do not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year from July 1 through June 30, unless further authorized. Incumbents may be required to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, holidays, weekends, and split-shifts.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Enrollment in an accredited college or university until an associate’s degree (AA) is earned. Cadets must provide proof of enrollment each semester or quarter to the Support Services Manager or Human Resources to verify continued compliance with this requirement.
Ability to pass a Police background investigation.
Minimum age of 18 years required.
A valid California, Class C driver's license and a reasonable driving record is required as a condition of employment and continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Once a Cadet earns an AA degree, they are no longer required to maintain active enrollment but must submit documentation verifying degree completion.

Responsibilities

Performs clerical duties including processing reports, filing, data entry, photocopying, and ordering supplies.
Conducts fingerprinting for citizens and prospective City employees.
Compiles crime data by collecting statistics and researching crime trends for officers and the public.
Assists with evidence handling by preserving, logging, and tracking evidence and personal property.
Supports traffic operations through parking enforcement, directing traffic, processing accident information, and assisting with vehicle impounds.
Maintains accurate records by verifying information, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring documentation accuracy.
Reviews forms and reports for completeness and compliance with policies and procedures.
Prepares documents by copying, collating, distributing, and filing departmental materials.
Assists the public by screening calls, visitors, and mail, providing information, and directing individuals to appropriate staff.
Produces written materials such as reports, letters, and memoranda through composing, typing, formatting, and proofreading.
Processes mail by receiving, sorting, time-stamping, distributing incoming mail, and preparing outgoing mail.
Updates record systems by entering and retrieving information in departmental databases, logs, and inventory files.
Supports activities and events by assisting with organizing and coordinating departmental functions.
Performs additional duties that do not require police officer powers.