Lateral Police Officer

Salary: 34.24-53.12 hourly

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision of chain of command, this position is responsible for the performance of professional police work in preserving and protecting public peace and safety, protecting life and preventing crime through proper enforcement of the law.

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED at time of filing.
• U.S. citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• Minimum of two (2) years of current, continuous uninterrupted service with a law enforcement agency in the performance of duties directly related to Category I Nevada POST standards at time of application.
• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.