Police Cadet (Part-time)

Salary: $17.44 - $21.20 Hourly Location : Corona, CA Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 2026-32-04 Department: Police Department Opening Date: 02/19/2026 Closing Date: 3/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific DESCRIPTION If you are considering a career in law enforcement and want to learn about the field, the City of Corona Police Department has the perfect opportunity for you. We are excited to announce that we are actively seeking students to join our Police Cadet Program. This is a work-training program for college students interested in a law enforcement career. The Police Cadet performs various law enforcement station and field duties including the handling of public inquiries; relieving sworn officers of non-sworn police officer duties; operating communication equipment; performing various clerical and routine office duties; conducting surveys; writing reports; fingerprinting, and performing other related duties as required. This is a non-sworn, part-time/temporary position. The Corona Police Department is made up of over 250 officers and professional staff which is comprised of three divisions: Field Services, Investigative Services, and Support Services. Our mission is to ensure the safety and security of our community while maintaining trust through transparency. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge & Education Must be within one semester of satisfactory completion of high school or successfully completed the twelfth (12th grade) or equivalent GED. Applications must list education to be able to verify that candidates have met this requirement. Candidates that do not include this information will be disqualified from consideration. andMust be enrolled in a college or university with full accreditation status granted by an institutional or specialized accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation with a course load of 6 or more semester units (9 quarter units) in Police Science, Administration of Justice, or a closely related field and maintain a grade "C" average or higher. Course work must be approved by the Chief of Police Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Ability to use modern office equipment and communication tools used for business functions. Experience Candidates must be at least 17 years and 6 months of age and must be appointed prior to 21 years and 6 months of age. Must possess a valid California, Class C Driver's License to be maintained throughout employment along with satisfactory driving record. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Characteristics Integrity- Being truthful and ethical in what we do, what we say, and what we say we do in both our personal and professional lives. Respect- We are committed to our profession and will always respect one another and the community that we serve. Inclusion- We are not just diverse; we are welcoming to all. Teamwork- When we work together to achieve our mission, the department and community will grow stronger. Together, we are better. Innovation- We provide modern police services and are committed to always improve our organizational practices. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt eligible for overtime compensation. To view the position's complete job description, click here. Application Process The deadline for first review of application is Monday, March 9, 2026 at 12:00PM. This recruitment will be opened until March 30, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period. Candidates that successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications may be invited to a HireVue online interview. Passing candidates will be invited to schedule an in-person oral interview; interviews are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list and will be contacted by the department in ranked order to start the background process as vacancies arise. Interviews are typically held on a monthly basis. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. Successful candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation with the Corona Police Department which includes but is not limited to the following: No felony conviction(s). Submit to a fingerprint and criminal history check - State and Federal Bureaus. Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation. United States high school graduate, GED, or equivalent. No conviction(s) of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses. Submit to a polygraph examination. Successfully pass a medical examination. Credit history check, if established, must be satisfactory. Community A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong. The Organization The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year. The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers. The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 is $ 399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 209.6 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To view all essential duties and responsibilities, QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES To view the qualification guidelines, PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT To view the physical/mental demands and work environment, Temporary/part-time employment status does not qualify for City benefits, except for those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. Therefore, enrollment in the Nationwide PST 457 retirement program is mandatory and requires a contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 1.3% and the employee contributes 6.2% of base earnings. Most part-time shifts for temporary/part-time employees must not exceed 999 hours on a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30). If an employee is an active CalPERS member they may work up to 28 hours per week. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Revised 07/2021 01 I acknowledge that the information provided in this job application, to include; supplemental questions, education/certification information, attachments and work history are complete and accurate and cannot be changed once the application is submitted. Please note "See Resume" is considered an incomplete response and your application will not be considered. Yes No 02 Please indicate your highest level of education completed. Less than high school diploma or GED equivalent. Within one semester of satisfactory completion of high school diploma or GED equivalent. Obtained high school diploma or GED equivalent, not currently enrolled in college courses. Obtained high school diploma or GED equivalent, currently enrolled in college courses. Bachelor's Degree or higher. 03 Please indicate the area of study of the above-mentioned education. 04 Are you between the ages of 17 years and 6 months of age, and 21 years and 6 months of age? Yes No 05 Do you have any prior work experience or volunteer experience in a law enforcement environment? Yes No 06 If you have answered yes to the question above, please explain your experience in detail. If you do not possess this experience, please state "N/A". 07 Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License? Yes No 08 Have you previously applied to a position within the Corona Police Department? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04