Police Helper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $23.00 Hourly
Location : Clovis, CA
Job Type: 002-Extra Help Part-Time
Job Number: 2600002
Department: Police Department
Division: Patrol
Opening Date: 01/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Please visit our website for information on our Police Academy Prep Program at:
JOINCLOVISPD.COM
DEFINITION
Under supervision, perform a variety of non-sworn law enforcement related job functions, responsibly interact with the public in a wide range of capacities, participate in the City of Clovis Police Department Police Academy Prep Program, and assist law enforcement officers in non-emergency duties as required; and to perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class are non-sworn personnel who deliver non-emergency police services for all Police divisions as needed. This classification is designed for career development into the law enforcement field. Incumbents may work a flexible work schedule and may be assigned to perform job functions on any shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Positions in this classification may be considered for future sponsorship opportunities to attend a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Police Academy. Selected candidates will be required to maintain a good standing while attending the academy and are expected to represent themselves in a manner consistent with the philosophies and expectations of the Clovis Police Department.
Examples of Duties
May rotate through a variety of police division support assignments in Police Records, Youth Services, and various areas of the Patrol Division including to assist Police Officers with functions not requiring sworn peace officer status; take and prepare reports for crimes, accidents, lost and found property, and other circumstances; collect, organize, and book physical evidence related to police investigations under direct supervision; direct traffic at secure scenes, accidents, and public events; enforce parking laws and ordinances in assigned areas on foot or in a motorized vehicle, issue parking violation citations, and testify in court as required; and participate in assigned training programs and the City of Clovis Police Department Police Academy Prep Program. Positions in this class may also be assigned to book prisoners arrested by Police Officers, perform jail checks, and transport prisoners as needed; this position works in close quarters with individuals who have been arrested for various criminal acts, including serious and violent offenses, and persons under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs; required to wear a firearm while performing job functions in the jail unit and during transport of arrestees outside of the police facility upon the incumbent receiving their PC 832 training and passing the departmental pistol qualifications; attend training in defensive tactics to assist in dealing with assaultive and/or uncooperative arrestees in the custody setting; and perform related work as required.
Typical Qualifications
LICENSE REQUIRED

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• No experience required.

Training:

• Physical ability to regularly participate in the City of Clovis Police Department Police Academy Prep Program.
• Candidates must be able to meet the entrance requirements for the Basic Police Academy.
• Basic Police Academy Entrance Requirements:
  
  • Be 18 years of age;
  • Valid California Driver's License;
  • Have a high school diploma or G.E.D.;
  • Be in good academic/progress standing with the college;
  • Pass the application process;
  • Pass the POST entrance exam (PELLETB) and physical agility test;
  • Pass a physical (medical) examination;
  • Obtain a Department of Motor Vehicles printout;
  • Obtain a Department of Justice clearance for POST training (applicants unable to obtain Department of Justice clearance are ineligible to attend the Academy per POST requirements).

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
• Basic math;
• Simple record keeping methods;
• Basic computer operations;
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to:

• Work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays;
• Learn policies, procedures, and functions of the police department relevant to assigned duties;
• Learn, interpret, and explain a wide variety of laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations to others;
• Maintain simple records;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Learn to prepare clear, comprehensive, and accurate reports and routine correspondence;
• Inspire public confidence through personal integrity, appearance, and actions;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Communicate and interact in a courteous manner with a variety of people of various ages and socio-cultural backgrounds;
• Effectively and courteously represent the department with the public and other law enforcement agencies;
• Operate a police radio;
• Relate to and communicate with juvenile's;
• Learn to analyze situations and respond quickly and appropriately and remember details;
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Operate a vehicle, observing legal and defensive driving practices.

Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Environment: Job functions are performed in an office, outdoor, and driving environments; regularly exposed to outdoor cold and hot temperatures, and inclement weather conditions; extensive public contact; and moderate to loud noise levels.
• Physical fitness:Sufficient to bend, twist, turn, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, crawl, sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Strength: Ability to perform tasks requiring strength and stamina; heavy work-lifting, carrying and/or pushing 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Vision: Corrected to normal.
• Hearing/Speech: Sufficient verbal communication to project a voice that can be heard in loud environments; hear and distinguish various sounds including over the telephone and radio; and communicate in person and to large groups.
• Dexterity: Grasp, push, pull, and fine manipulation to use a computer, operate a motor vehicle, and police services equipment.
• Working conditions: Work a flexible work schedule, rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

SELECTION PROCESS
Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis online employment application and supplemental questionnaire, to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. The position will be open until filled. Information regarding employment with the City of Clovis, the online employment application, and the supplemental questionnaire are available online at www.cityofclovis.com. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Applicants may attach acceptable application attachments to their online employment application which include college/university degree diplomas, California POST Certificates, and California POST Academy documents. In exception of acceptable application attachments and a reasonable accommodation request applicants may not attach any additional documents to their online employment application or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing and faxed to (559) 324-2865 at the time of application submission. The Police Cadet is an extra help part-time position designed to prepare candidates for possible future full-time Police Officer positions. If selected the Police Cadet Extra Help Part-Time position does not constitute a contract for a full-time permanent position. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed.
Applicants must meet each qualification for the position at the time of application submission. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Selection shall be made from those applicants who submit a complete online employment application, supplemental questionnaire, meet the position requirements, POST Academy requirements, receive a passing score on an initial application screening, and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview that will be weighted 100%. Oral interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a Personal History Questionnaire, an extensive background investigation, a polygraph or voice stress examination, a psychological examination, a medical examination, and a drug/alcohol screen. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.
This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its terms and conditions can change without notice.
THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
There are no supplemental benefits associated with extra help part-time positions.
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Carefully complete your Application and Supplemental Questionnaire and submit by the final filing date as indicated on the job announcement. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Follow the instructions below on how to submit a complete application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. • Include a minimum of ten (10) years of current and/or previous work experience. • Begin with your most current work experience through the previous ten (10) years. • If you are unable to include ten (10) years of current and/or previous work experience you must include any combination of work experience, academic or vocational school enrollment, and any periods of unemployment. • The application may not contain any unexplained gaps in employment periods.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

02
Please answer the following questions. This information is REQUIRED, as it will be used to initially determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in any subsequent competitive assessment to identify those applicants to be invited to continue in the examination process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of required supplemental responses. Please do not say, "see resume" or "see application" or your application and supplemental questionnaire will be deemed incomplete.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

03
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible.With the completion of this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

04
I acknowledge that in exception to acceptable application attachments and a reasonable accommodation request I may not attach any additional documents to my online employment application or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery.Acceptable Application Attachments:• Reasonable Accommodation Request (fax only)• College/University Degree Diplomas (do not attach transcripts)• California POST Certificates• California POST Academy Documents

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

05
Do you possess a current and valid California Driver's License?

• Yes, I possess a current and valid California Driver's License.
• Other, I possess a current and valid Driver's License in another state.
• No, I currently do not possess a valid Driver's License.

06
Please list the expiration date MM/DD/YY of your current and valid California Driver License. If you currently do not possess a valid California Driver License, please explain.
07
Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

08
I acknowledge that if I am successful in the recruitment process for the Police Cadet Extra Help Part-Time position that I shall be required to complete and pass a Personal History Questionnaire, an extensive background investigation, a polygraph or voice stress examination, a psychological examination, a medical examination, and a drug/alcohol screen.

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement.

09
I acknowledge that if I am selected for the Police Cadet Extra Help Part-Time position that I must be able to meet the entrance requirements for the Basic Police Academy listed below.Basic Police Academy Entrance Requirements:• Be 18 years of age;• Valid California Driver's License;• Have a high school diploma or G.E.D.;• Be in good academic/progress standing with the college;• Pass the application process;• Pass the POST entrance exam (PELLETB) and physical agility test;• Pass a physical (medical) examination;• Obtain a Department of Motor Vehicles printout;• Obtain a Department of Justice clearance for POST training (applicants unable to obtain Department of Justice clearance are ineligible to attend the Academy per POST requirements).

• Yes, I acknowledge and agree t...