POLICE OFFICER

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POLICE OFFICER

Clark County Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

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POLICE OFFICER

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ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Office of Public Safety is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Police Officer position. This position is assigned to the law enforcement division of Public Safety. Under general supervision, a Police Officer participates in Clark County Public Safety's Field Training and Evaluation Program, patrols Clark County facilities and parks, assists the public, makes arrests, controls crime, prevents and detects violations of law, and enforces state and local laws.

This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources.

PLEASE NOTE: Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T. Certification): A valid copy of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I certification is required at time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I certification will be considered as an incomplete application. Certificates may also be emailed to [email protected] . The candidates name, recruitment title, and exam/job number must be listed in the email.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions: Must carry a firearm and meet and maintain applicable certification. Must work for extended periods of time outdoors and in potentially life-threatening situations.

Licensing/Certification and other Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I Certification or have completed a certified Nevada Peace Officer Academy Category I training program at time of application. Must be capable of passing Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I State Physical Fitness Examination as defined by NAC 289.205. Must meet the minimum standards for appointment as defined in NAC 289.110. Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
In addition to the minimum requirements, per Nevada P.O.S.T. (NAC 289.110), no person may be appointed to perform the duties of a peace officer unless he or she:
Is a citizen of the United States.Is at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
For the full listing of NAC.289.110 minimum requirements, visit: www.leg.state.nv.us/NAC/NAC-289.html

Out-of-State Candidates: Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the State of Nevada must provide documentation at time of application proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I standards. Within one year of hire must complete requirements and receive Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Certification. For information on Nevada P.O.S.T reciprocity requirements visit: http://post.nv.gov/Training/Reciprocity/

Failure to complete required training or receive required certification shall be proper cause for termination.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. The background investigation may include a psychological and polygraph evaluation. Periodic background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a public safety setting, including traverse difficult terrain, stamina to stand, walk and/or run for extended period of time, and strength to physically restrain, arrest and /or eject individuals; occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds; vision to use standard office equipment and read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$29.97 - $46.14 Hourly
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