Police Officer

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.

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 an incomplete application. Certificates may also be emailed to tabitha.scarbrough. The candidate’s name, recruitment title, and exam/job number must be listed in the email.

• Education:
  
  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.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada State 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 the 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.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must be 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

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 the required training and receive Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I certification.

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.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsor ships or transfers for any employment positions.

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

Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

• Patrols parks and other Clark County facilities and properties by vehicle or on foot for the purpose of assisting the public, detecting, deterring, and controlling crime, making arrests or issuing citations for violations, enforcing state and local laws, executing search or arrest warrants, and ensuring the safety and security of Clark County facilities and community.
• Performs investigative duties regarding complaints and incidents, gathers information, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, collects and documents evidence, and apprehends violators of state, county, and local laws.
• Provides crowd and traffic control coverage at Clark County special events, emergencies, congested situations, and assigned activities, and participates in security operations related to major events.
• Prepares comprehensive written reports, including accident and arrest reports, affidavits, and citations; and completes all documentation required for investigations and enforcement actions with accuracy and detail.
• Testifies in court when necessary, presents evidence, and maintains proper courtroom demeanor.
• Transports and books arrested persons and transports offenders to medical facilities or other designated locations as required.
• Responds to emergencies at Clark County facilities and park locations as necessary and takes appropriate action to protect life and property.
• Operates a County vehicle with heightened caution and sound judgment while transporting persons, traveling to various locations, responding to emergencies, tactical driving, and performing law enforcement duties under both routine and high-pressure conditions.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies when necessary and coordinates responses during incidents and emergencies.
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