Modified Police Officer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Applicant shall possess a valid Category I (Police Officer) Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate or valid equivalent Peace Officer Certificate from one of the above listed states. A copy of the applicant’s current and valid Nevada POST Category I certificate or equivalent MUST be attached to the online application. 
• U.S. citizen at time of filing.

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of filing.

• Character above reproach pursuant to NRS 289.555 and NAC289.110. 
• No person will be eligible for employment as a Police Officer who has been convicted of any crime for which the applicant is required to register and/or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence including use/attempted use of physical force. 
• All personnel must reside in the greater Las Vegas Metropolitan area, such as North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, or the City of Las Vegas, unless authorized by the Chief of Police.  
• Valid Nevada Class C driver’s license at time of hire with satisfactory driving record. 
• Valid Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I (Police Officer) certification

Licenses and Certifications:

• 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.

Out of state applicant’s additional requirements: 

• MUST pass a Nevada POST approved Physical Agility Test after hire. 
• MUST pass an 80 hour on-line Reciprocity certification training program after hire. 
• MUST pass Nevada POST written state certification examination after hire. 
• Peace Officer Certification MUST be current and no prior suspensions or revocations.

SELECTION PROCESS

1. 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.
2. Physical Fitness Test
3. 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)