Police Officer

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.

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 time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I certification will be considered as an incomplete application. Certificates may also be emailed to tabitha.scarbrough . The candidates name, recruitment title, and exam/job number must be listed in the email.

Education and Experience:

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.

Working Conditions:

Must carry a firearm and meet and maintain applicable certification. Must work for extended periods of time outdoors and in potentially life-threatening situations.

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 Officer Academy Category I training program at 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 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: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html

Out-of-State Candidates:
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 requirements and receive Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I Certification. For information on Nevada P.O.S.T reciprocity requirements visit: /

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 sponsor ships 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.

500 SOUTH GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY

LAS VEGAS , NV 89155

United States

Please submit an application on our website.