Dps Officer Cadet-Southern Nevada Job Carson City area,Nevada USA,Government

Position: DPS OFFICER CADET-SOUTHERN NEVADA

Overview

The Department of Public Safety seeks individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and have a strong commitment to integrity and professionalism.

This recruitment creates an eligible list for current and future DPS Officer positions in multiple Nevada locations. DPS Officer Cadets are trainees assigned to a Nevada P.O.S.T. academy to obtain the mandatory certification required to perform law enforcement duties as a DPS Officer. After academy graduation, cadets are promoted to a DPS Officer
1. Cadets or Officer 1s who are unsuccessful in passing the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy or their probationary period, and who have transferred from another state agency, may have restoration rights per NAC 284.458 or NAC 284.460.

Examination Process

A POST Category I physical fitness exam including a vertical jump of 11.5 inches; agility run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit‑ups in 1 minute; 18 push‑ups (not timed); a 300 meter run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes 20 seconds. Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit‑ups, 23 push‑ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter run, and 16.57 minutes for the 1.5‑mile run.

Written Exam

Polygraph

Extensive background investigation

Pre‑employment drug screening per NAC 284.4066

Medical Exam

Psychological Exam

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Eligibility

Twenty‑one (21) years of age or older.
Graduation from high school or equivalent education.

DPS Officer Cadet

Cadets are assigned to the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy.
Cadets are trained to perform law enforcement duties and complete related coursework and physical training.
Cadets receive instruction and scenario‑based training in classroom and practical field exercises.
Cadets are evaluated on class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations.
Cadets perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

Proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling; operation of computer equipment sufficient to enter, retrieve, and access information.

Skill in

Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
Use and operation of office and job‑related equipment and software.

Ability to

Calculate solutions to arithmetic and algebra problems for successful completion of the accident investigation course; analyze information, problems, and objectives; think clearly and logically and apply to problem situations; diagnose situations correctly, think and act quickly, and adopt an effective course of action.
Understand and follow verbal and written instructions and directions; establish and maintain effective relationships with classmates, instructors, and academy staff.

Recruiters:
Debra Mason at d.masonte.nv.us, Kari Holcomb at k.holcombte.nv.us, Officer Luis Villanueva , Officer Alain Narvaez .

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