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. DPS Officer 1s are trainees that use their academy training as a foundation to acquire the remaining knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform law enforcement duties as DPS Officer 2. You will progress to the next level upon meeting minimum qualifications, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and receiving a recommendation from your appointing authority.
This recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list for current and future DPS Officer positions in Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson, Laughlin, Mesquite, Pahrump, and Pioche.
Examination Process: Candidates that meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position will be invited to enter the examination process as follows:
This recruitment is for candidates who possess CAT 1 POST certification, but do not have one full year of law enforcement experience. Candidates needing P.O.S.T. certification and academy training are encouraged to apply for our DPS Officer Cadet posting; North or South. Lateral candidates are encouraged to apply for our DPS Officer 2 postings; North or South. Please contact any one of the recruiters below if you have any questions or are interested in other geographical locations. Recruiters: Debra Mason at d.mason@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us or Officer Luis Villanueva (702) 668 5383 or Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131.
DPS OFFICER I Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada Commission on P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy.
DPS OFFICER I 1. Upon successful graduation from a Nevada Commission on P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy will work under close supervision as a trainee within the agency to which assigned. 2. Receive field training in the job duties of a DPS Officer II. 3. Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the previous level, AND: Knowledge of: • Traffic and public safety laws and practices. Skill in: • Use of firearms and defensive tactics. Ability to: • Communicate effectively with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds; establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with others; coordinate activities with other law enforcement agencies; conduct interviews; organize information and data; make presentations.
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Benefits include:
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) (Download PDF reader).
*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.
The following are legal holidays:
January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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