Student Intern - Undergraduate (Sheriffs Cadet)
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The County of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and adults of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.
Individuals with Disabilities
If you are a person with a disability and are unable to complete an online application or require an accommodation to participate in a recruitment, you must contact Human Resources at least five work days in advance of the testing step or interview. Please contact the Human Resources Staffing Division at (415) 473-2126 (CRS DIAL 711).
Description
The Marin County Sheriffs Office is divided into three major bureaus: Administrative and Support; Detention Services; and Field Services. Bureau responsibilities include maintaining the county jail, providing security to the Marin Superior Court, operating a communications division, operating the documentary services division, and operating the coroner's office. The Marin Countys Sheriffs Office serves the countys unincorporated areas. Providing patrol services from the shores of Tomales Bay to the hills of Novato, from Marin City to Point Reyes Station - protecting and serving all.
Marin Countys Internship Program
Marin Countys Internship Program nurtures the power of individuals to make a difference, change lives, and improve the quality of life. Interns engage in real-world projects and collaborate with civic professionals, sharing a vision of the lasting legacy that is unique to public service.
About the Position
We are actively recruiting current college students to work as Sheriff's Cadets. During the school year you would intern approximately 16 to 25 hours a week depending on availability. The position(s) does not offer benefits. Each cadet/intern will receive training in Sheriffs Office policies and procedures as well as specific job training from experienced cadet/interns and sworn and non-sworn personnel. Before participating in field related activities, cadet/interns must pass a formal training program. Cadet/interns will learn report writing, traffic control and direction, basic evidence collection and community relations building.
Cadet/Intern Responsibilities
About You
The successful candidate should be service-oriented, possess knowledge of basic office practices and business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation; have strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to read and understand laws, rules, and Sheriffs Office policies and procedures; and carry out instructions, analyze situations and determine appropriate responses.
Minimum Qualifications
Important Information
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Joy Fossett at Joy.Fossett@marincounty.gov
Background Process
Applicants successful in testing will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons.
Drug Use Standards
No use of illegal drugs within the timelines described in the Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines. Applicants successful in testing will be given a polygraph examination and/or computerized voice stress analysis and will be asked about illegal drug use.
Personal Appearance Standards - Tattoos
No tattoo or body art that is offensive, demeaning, or prejudicial to good order shall be visible. Examples of offensive tattoos include but are not limited to those that exhibit or advocate discrimination, those that exhibit gang, supremacist, or extremist group affiliation, and those that depict or promote drug use, sexually explicit acts, or other obscene material.
Open & Continuous Recruitment
This recruitment is Open and Continuous. Applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for this position may be certified directly to the Sheriffs Office for a selection interview. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.
County of Marin Benefits
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin Countys Benefits Homepage.
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Please describe why you are interested in becoming a Marin County Sheriffs Office Law Enforcement Intern and how this furthers your career aspirations in law enforcement.
Please tell us about any office experience you may have and any computer programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, databases, etc.) with which you are familiar and describe your level of proficiency (some knowledge, proficient, or expert) with each of the applications you list.
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