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Start at $57,761/Year as an Entry-Level Correctional Officer
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent, minimum age of 21 at time of filing, U.S. Citizen, Character above reproach. Must be able to work in a security type environment and manage stressful and potentially dangerous/difficult inmate contact situations.
Any combination of education, training, and experience which produces knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job and related to the essential functions of the position
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within required time frame.
Must be able to obtain appropriate POST CAT 3 Certification within established time period.
Start at $57,761/Year and Earn up to $87,734/Year
Earn up to $16,500 in Hiring Bonuses as a Correctional Officer
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
Education and Experience
Must currently possess a Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Category III certification*
High school diploma or equivalent, Character above reproach. Must be able to work in a security type environment and manage stressful and potentially dangerous/difficult inmate contact situations.
Possess and maintain a valid driver license. Upon hire, possess a Nevada or "border state" driver license under conditions defined by Nevada Revised Statute 483.035
Must be a U.S. citizen at time of filing
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of filing
Must have no convictions for offenses greater than a misdemeanor. Must have no convictions for offenses of domestic violence
Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/40 in one eye and 20/30 in both eyes.
Hearing must be 30 decibels or less for each ear
Must successfully complete the North Las Vegas Police Department Advanced Academy within the time frame prescribed by the department
The North Las Vegas Police Department (NLVPD) encourages and engages residents to work collaboratively to provide a safe, secure and enjoyable community for all. Officers and civilian team members work to protect lives and property; enforce federal, state, and local laws; and engage with the community to collaboratively identify problems and solutions. Our department is committed to having a positive impact in the lives of City of North Las Vegas residents.
