Entry Police Officer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of filing.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED at time of filing.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen at time of filing.                                             

Licenses and Certifications:

• Ability to obtain a Nevada P.O.S.T. Police Officer Certification (within established state time frame).
• Must possess a valid and current state driver's license at time of application. Must possess a valid and current NV state driver's license at time of hire and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record for duration of employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

1. National Testing Network comprehensive test; To test for this position, visit www.NationalTestingNetwork.com

2. Physical Fitness Test

3. Background Investigation

 Includes an extensive background check, polygraph/CVSA examination, medical/drug screen exam. All top scoring candidates must pass the Background Investigation in order to move forward in the process.

5. Conditional Offer Letters

4. Psychological and Medical Evaluations

5. Official Offers

BACKGROUND PROCESS & PRE EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for this position are subject to pre-employment screenings and employment is contingent upon these results. Pre-employment screenings may include but are not limited to: local, state, and federal criminal history checks, and may require submission of fingerprints; drug screen; and physical examinations to include a psychological evaluation.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

     All selected candidates will start at Step 1 with an hourly rate of $28.02.

      The City of North Las Vegas offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Comprehensive group health insurance plan
• Disability insurance
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Vacation, Sick leave, and excellent retirement benefits
• Bilingual pay (testing required)