The Pittsburg Police Department is seeking a College Intern who is motivated and detail-oriented to support the Investigative Unit. This internship provides hands-on experience in law enforcement with the opportunity to learn directly from experienced sworn and non-sworn staff. Learning outcomes include exposure to police operations, practical experience applying classroom knowledge in a professional law enforcement setting, and networking opportunities with staff.
This role is designed for local college students pursuing degrees in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, Political Science, Public Administration, Forensic Science, or related field.Flexible work hours are provided to accommodate school schedule (this job is not remote due to the nature of the responsibilities).
Interns will assist with a variety of duties, which may include:
- Assisting with case file organization, documentation, and data entry
- Observing and shadowing investigators during day-to-day operations
- Conducting research on cases, crime trends, and related issues
- Supporting evidence management and records requests (non-sensitive tasks)
- Assisting with community outreach, crime prevention programs, and presentations
- Attending briefings, training sessions, or court proceedings as permitted
- Performing other administrative and investigative support tasks as assigned
This is a great opportunity to gain experience in local government operations, build professional skills, and contribute to meaningful public service projects.
Selected candidates are limited to work up to 999 hours per fiscal year.About PittsburgThe City of Pittsburg is a culturally rich and diverse community of over 76,000 residents and expected to grow to 90,000 in the next 20 years. Pittsburg is located in the Bay Area Region of Northern California and is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Sacramento, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and Lake Tahoe. Pittsburg City Hall is also conveniently located a short walk from the Pittsburg Center Station of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System (BART), making a commute from cities throughout the Bay Area very easy. Pittsburg has waterfront homes, a performing arts theater, a variety of seasonal events, an extensive park system, a large public-school system, and a variety of shopping centers. The recently renovated Marina is also an ideal place to visit and is located within steps of the Old Town shopping district and downtown living, with nearly 600 boat slips, a free public boat launch, fuel dock, café, bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club. Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies. With its commitment to a quality community environment, Pittsburg is an ideal city in which to live, work and recreate.
The City of Pittsburg is a full-service city following the council-manager form of government. The City has approximately 300 full time employees and at times, up to 350 employees total (depending on the season). Pittsburg is currently organized into the following departments: City Management, Community and Economic Development (Building, Economic Development, Code Enforcement, and Planning), Community Services (Housing Authority, Pittsburg Power Company, and the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, CDBG/Housing Rehabilitation, Environmental Services, Waterfront Administration, and Property Management),Recreation, Human Resources, Finance, Police, and Public Works (Engineering, Operations/Maintenance, Utilities, Facilities, Parks, and Water Treatment).Qualifications:- Currently enrolled in a college or university program, majoring in criminal justice or a related field of study
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple task
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance
College Intern Salary:- $16.50 per hour for those who have not completed two years of education.
- $17.50 per hour for those who have completed a minimum of two years of education.
- $19.00 per hour for those who have completed a Bachelor's or higher degree.
Selection Process
Application process: Applicants must complete an online employment application athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pittsburg. Employment applications will be disqualified if a resume is submitted in lieu of completing the application or if sections of the applications are left blank that relate to the minimum qualifications of the job such as education and work history. Applications will be evaluated to determine if it meets the minimum qualifications of the job. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase in the process. All communication regarding your application status will be sent via email only.
Departmental Hiring Interviews:Accepted applicants will be interviewed by Staff and conditionally offered the hourly position if successful.
Background/Pre-employment Process:Candidates will need to complete a background that may consist of livescan fingerprinting and any other required screening.
New Hire Paperwork:After completion of the background/pre-employment process, successful candidates will complete new hire onboarding which includes paperwork, reviewing applicable policies, and training.
