Student Intern - Undergraduate (Sheriffs Cadet)
Salary
$20.10 - $24.42 Hourly
Location
San Rafael, CA
Job Type
Part Time, Temporary
Job Number
3004-TC-26-01
Department
Marin County Sheriffs Office
Opening Date
02/05/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
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) .
ABOUT US
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.
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.
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.
The Cadet/interns perform duties that support Sheriffs Office activities such as:
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
Applicants must be enrolled in an academic, vocational curriculum, or graduate level program at a college or university.
Additional minimum qualifications include: high school graduation or equivalent; be at least 18 years old; not have any felony criminal convictions; meet drug standards, able to work evenings and weekends; willing to wear a uniform; possess a valid California Class C drivers license; currently enrolled in college with at least 9 units per semester or 6 quarters (proof required); and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better.
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. Details of the full policy are described in the Personal Appearance Standards - Tattoos Policy. The appropriateness of tattoos as defined by the policy shall remain at the sole discretion of the Sheriff or designee.
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.
Testing and eligible list: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, testing may consist of a highly qualified review, supplemental application screening, online assessment, skills testing, practical/performance test, written or oral examination or any combination of these exams to determine which candidates names may be placed on the eligible list.
Any email notifications regarding the recruitment process will come from noreply@governmentjobs.com. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin Countys Benefits Homepage.
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
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I understand that the responses to the supplemental questions are required and my responses will be used to determine the best qualified candidates for the position. I am aware that writing "See Resume" or "See Application" are not valid answers to the questions below. I understand that I must also complete the education and employment history sections of the application in addition to the supplemental questions, and that the information provided in all sections of the application must reflect my experience.
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Are you at least 18 years old?
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Are you a high school graduate or equivalent?
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Are you enrolled in college with at least 9 semester or 6 quarter units?
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Are you willing and able to work nights and weekends (any hours day or evening)?
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All duties in the Cadet program require on site work. Are you willing and able to complete all work hours on site at the Marin County Sheriffs Office?
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Do you possess a valid California Class C drivers license? (Please note, proof of a satisfactory driving history from the California DMV can be requested by the Sheriffs Office at any time).
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I confirm that I have read the Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines and the Personal Appearance Standards - Tattoo Policy and understand the requirements as outlined.
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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.
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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.
Required Question
Employer County of Marin
Address 3501 Civic Center Drive
Room 124
San Rafael, California, 94903
Phone 415 473-2126
Website https://www.hr.marincounty.gov/our-divisions/join-our-team