TEMP - Police Cadet

City of Pleasanton • Pleasanton, CA

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About The Position

The City of Pleasanton is hiring Police Cadets for a hands-on program that prepares college students for future careers in law enforcement or related public-safety fields. Cadets receive practical training and experience in multiple areas of police department operations, including general police procedures, accident investigations, crime prevention, criminal law, first aid, radio procedures, traffic control, records, property and evidence, and community engagement. The position includes field, administrative, and public-contact assignments, and requires balancing college coursework with program commitments. Work may involve regular and variable hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs, as needed.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least 12 semester units or 18 quarter units, while maintaining a “C” or better grade point average.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Good moral character; no felony convictions, no misdemeanor convictions that mandate weapons prohibitions, and no history of negative law enforcement contact.
• Be in good physical and mental condition, be able to perform the essential functions of the position, and pass a pre-employment physical examination and physical fitness examination.
• Ability to evaluate circumstances, analyze situations, and determine appropriate action.
• Ability to write clearly, accurately, and concisely using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with people from a variety of educational and socio-cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow policies and instructions, and adapt to changing departmental needs.
• Resilience, discipline, professionalism, and commitment to learning, public service, and teamwork.
• Ability to work regular and variable hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs, and to work under adverse environmental conditions, extended or disrupted schedules, stressful circumstances, and repetitive or routine conditions.

Responsibilities

• Receive training in general police procedures, crime prevention, criminal law, first aid, radio procedures, traffic control, and accident investigations.
• Take reports and interview victims, witnesses, and others associated with routine, non-hazardous incidents.
• Assist with crime scene control, evidence and found-property handling, and departmental records and reporting activities.
• Direct traffic, enforce parking regulations, and support field assignments.
• Perform security checks of buildings and facilities as assigned.
• Collect, enter, retrieve, and tabulate data associated with departmental operations.
• Assist with clerical, records, property, evidence, supplies, and equipment-related duties.
• Support animal-control-related activities, including assisting members of the public with animals and enforcing applicable ordinances.
• Foster positive relationships with community members and groups through professional, responsive service.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact in the Pleasanton community.
• Exposure to multiple disciplines within the Pleasanton Police Department.
• Practical training and professional development to help prepare for a future law enforcement career.
• Supportive team environment and opportunity to learn from experienced public-safety professionals.
• Development of transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, report writing, records management, and public contact.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED