Police Department General Assistant (Part-time)

DESCRIPTION

The City of Corona Police Department is seeking a reliable, motivated, and community-oriented individual to join our team as a General Assistant (part-time). This is a unique opportunity to support local law enforcement efforts behind the scenes and contribute to the safety and efficiency of our daily operations. If you are organized, proactive, and passionate about public service, we want to hear from you!

The Corona Police Department is made up of over 250 employees including officers and professional staff. The department 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 Police Department General Assistant works in various law enforcement assignments in the station and in the field. Specific assignments include (but are not limited to) Animal Control, Records, Forensics, Detective Bureau, Personnel and Training, and Patrol.

This position is required to work a maximum of 19 hours per week. Appointees may be required to work various hours, shifts, holidays, and weekends. The successful candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities :

Knowledge & Education

• High school graduation or equivalent GED

or

Skills & Abilities

Experience

Characteristics

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt eligible for overtime compensation.

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Application Process

Applications will be accepted until Sunday , December 28, 2025 at 11 : 59PM. The deadline for first review of application is Monday, December 15, 2025, 12 : 00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early .

Depending on the number of qualified candidates, candidates may be invited to take a virtual interview through the HireVue platform. The top scoring candidates from the virtual HireVue interview will be invited for an in person oral interview

tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Candidates will be notified of their interview time via email. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list and will be contacted by the department to start the background process as vacancies arise.

he selected candidate will

undergo a thorough background investigation and medical exam with the Corona Police Department. Background investigation will include but is not limited to the following :

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 2025 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

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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

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PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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