Las Vegas Staffing
Police Officer
The Clark County Office of Public Safety is seeking qualified candidates to fill vacancies for the position of Office of Public Safety, Police Officer. This position requires a Nevada State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I Certificate or the completion of a certified Nevada Police Academy Category I training program at the time of application. This entry-level class is characterized by immediate responsibility for preservation of County property, security and enforcement of Nevada statutes, County ordinances, and rules and regulations. Under general supervision, the incumbent will participate in field training and an evaluation program, patrol County parks and other County facilities, assist the public, make arrests, control crime, prevent or detect violations of law, and enforce state and local laws.
The salary for this recruitment has been changed and is now reflected in the job announcement. This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
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 the time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I certification will be considered as incomplete application. Certificates may also be emailed to cchrinfo@clarkcountynv.gov. 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. Qualifying education and 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.
Working Conditions Must carry a firearm and manage 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 Academy Category I training program at the 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 the 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
Nevada Police Academy Graduates : Within 16 weeks of date of hire, must pass the Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Physical Fitness Examination. Within one year of hire, must pass the Nevada P.O.S.T. Proficiency Examination, administered by Nevada P.O.S.T. Out‑of‑State Candidates : Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the State of Nevada must provide documentation at the 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. Qualifying education and 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.
Examples of duties include
Providing information and appropriate assistance concerning County programs and facilities; explaining and interpreting County rules and regulations, County ordinances, state statutes, etc.; providing reports as required to supervisor's office; patrolling parks and other County facilities for the purpose of assisting the public, making arrests or issuing citations for major violations on foot and by vehicle, controlling crime, preventing or detecting violations of law, and enforcing state and local laws; performing investigative duties regarding complaints and incidents; assisting other law enforcement agencies when necessary; providing crowd and traffic control coverage at special events and assigned activities; assisting and providing appropriate first aid and CPR; writing detailed reports on all accidents, arrest reports, other necessary reports; testifying in court when necessary; transporting and booking arrested persons; responding to emergencies at park locations and County facilities as necessary; driving a County vehicle to transport persons, travel to various locations, respond to emergency situations, and conduct law enforcement duties; using standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; performing other similar and related duties as required.
Physical demands include
Mobility to work in a public safety setting, including the ability to traverse difficult terrain, stamina to stand, walk and / or run for extended periods 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.
Benefits
Flexible schedules including 4 / 10 options
More money in your pocket
100% employer paid defined benefit retirement
No social security deduction
No state income taxes
Two employer‑sponsored health plans offered - choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
Medical - employer pays 90% of premium
Pharmacy benefits (30, 90‑day retail or mail order fills)
24 / 7 telephone advice nurse - no employee cost
Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service
Dental
Vision
Life insurance - employer paid
AD&D - employer paid
Long term disability - employer paid
Generous leave accruals that include
13 paid holidays including a floating birthday holiday
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Holiday leave
Other leave options
Catastrophic leave
Parental leave - up to 90 days
Wide variety of voluntary benefits that include
Guardian - accident, cancer, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and short‑term disability insurance
Trustmark - permanent life insurance benefits and long‑term care
Sunlife Financial - basic and voluntary life insurance, AD&D, and long‑term disability insurance
TASC - flexible spending account - FSA & dependent day care debit card available
Morgan Stanley - deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite fitness center - $12 / month
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The salary for this recruitment has been changed and is now reflected in the job announcement. This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
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 the time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I certification will be considered as incomplete application. Certificates may also be emailed to cchrinfo@clarkcountynv.gov. 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. Qualifying education and 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.
Working Conditions Must carry a firearm and manage 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 Academy Category I training program at the 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 the 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
Nevada Police Academy Graduates : Within 16 weeks of date of hire, must pass the Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Physical Fitness Examination. Within one year of hire, must pass the Nevada P.O.S.T. Proficiency Examination, administered by Nevada P.O.S.T. Out‑of‑State Candidates : Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the State of Nevada must provide documentation at the 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. Qualifying education and 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.
Examples of duties include
Providing information and appropriate assistance concerning County programs and facilities; explaining and interpreting County rules and regulations, County ordinances, state statutes, etc.; providing reports as required to supervisor's office; patrolling parks and other County facilities for the purpose of assisting the public, making arrests or issuing citations for major violations on foot and by vehicle, controlling crime, preventing or detecting violations of law, and enforcing state and local laws; performing investigative duties regarding complaints and incidents; assisting other law enforcement agencies when necessary; providing crowd and traffic control coverage at special events and assigned activities; assisting and providing appropriate first aid and CPR; writing detailed reports on all accidents, arrest reports, other necessary reports; testifying in court when necessary; transporting and booking arrested persons; responding to emergencies at park locations and County facilities as necessary; driving a County vehicle to transport persons, travel to various locations, respond to emergency situations, and conduct law enforcement duties; using standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; performing other similar and related duties as required.
Physical demands include
Mobility to work in a public safety setting, including the ability to traverse difficult terrain, stamina to stand, walk and / or run for extended periods 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.
Benefits
Flexible schedules including 4 / 10 options
More money in your pocket
100% employer paid defined benefit retirement
No social security deduction
No state income taxes
Two employer‑sponsored health plans offered - choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
Medical - employer pays 90% of premium
Pharmacy benefits (30, 90‑day retail or mail order fills)
24 / 7 telephone advice nurse - no employee cost
Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service
Dental
Vision
Life insurance - employer paid
AD&D - employer paid
Long term disability - employer paid
Generous leave accruals that include
13 paid holidays including a floating birthday holiday
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Holiday leave
Other leave options
Catastrophic leave
Parental leave - up to 90 days
Wide variety of voluntary benefits that include
Guardian - accident, cancer, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and short‑term disability insurance
Trustmark - permanent life insurance benefits and long‑term care
Sunlife Financial - basic and voluntary life insurance, AD&D, and long‑term disability insurance
TASC - flexible spending account - FSA & dependent day care debit card available
Morgan Stanley - deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite fitness center - $12 / month
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