City of San Rafael

Job Class Specification

Job Title: Police Cadet

SUMMARY

Provides general information and referral assistance to the public in person or on the telephone.

Performs routine data entry and filing duties.

General supervision is provided by the Police Sergeant. Responsibilities may include training of newly hired personnel in the same classification.

This is an entry level police civilian classification and performs all duties required to effectively support police services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential job functions. Additional duties may be performed as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

  • Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment used for evidence, first aid and mass arrests
  • Photocopies documents, files reports and manages additional work requests
  • Uses personal computers and software applications for data entry and records maintenance
  • Ensures proper calibration and maintenance of technical equipment and instruments
  • Cleans and maintains work areas and machinery
  • Assists with vehicle fleet cleaning and maintenance
  • Performs related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Basic office practices and procedures
  • City and Department policies and procedures
  • Information technology, personal computers and related software applications
  • Correct English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation
  • Alphabetical and numeric filing systems

ABILITY TO:

  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
  • Process documents, maintain accurate records and files, and perform routine clerical duties
  • Operate large vehicles, move heavy equipment, and tow equipment and trailers
  • Use a personal computer to prepare documents and spreadsheets
  • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the public and fellow employees
  • Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately
  • Work evenings and weekends