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Washoe County
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Job Description
Job Summary OverviewUnder general supervision, performs a full range of police duties in the areas of patrol operations, criminal investigation, civil process, search and rescue, courtroom security and detention; and performs related work as assigned.
ResponsibilitiesFull range of police duties as described above.
RequirementsMust possess a current and valid Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Category I Certificate at the time of appointment or provide verification of current enrollment in a Nevada POST Basic Category I Academy at the time of application.
Out of state applicants must meet POST requirements per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 289.200.Out of state applicants must pass the POST Academy challenge exam with a 70% or higher score within one (1) year.
Graduation from high school, possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or proof of passing a high school equivalency assessment approved by the State Board of Education or an appropriate authority in another state is required at the time of application.
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
Must be a United States citizen at the time of application.
Must not have convictions described in the excluded list: convicted of a felony, offense involving moral turpitude or unlawful possession of a controlled substance, documented history of physical violence, or dishonesty‑related termination without reinstatement.
License and CertificationA valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
Required to maintain Basic POST Certificate as Category I Peace Officer per
Required to complete POST continuing education requirements in accordance with
Physical Readiness Test (PPRT) RequirementsVertical Jump
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWashoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.
Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description OverviewUnder general supervision, performs a full range of police duties in the areas of patrol operations, criminal investigation, civil process, search and rescue, courtroom security and detention; and performs related work as assigned.
ResponsibilitiesFull range of police duties as described above.
RequirementsMust possess a current and valid Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Category I Certificate at the time of appointment or provide verification of current enrollment in a Nevada POST Basic Category I Academy at the time of application.
Out of state applicants must meet POST requirements per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 289.200.Out of state applicants must pass the POST Academy challenge exam with a 70% or higher score within one (1) year.
Graduation from high school, possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or proof of passing a high school equivalency assessment approved by the State Board of Education or an appropriate authority in another state is required at the time of application.
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
Must be a United States citizen at the time of application.
Must not have convictions described in the excluded list: convicted of a felony, offense involving moral turpitude or unlawful possession of a controlled substance, documented history of physical violence, or dishonesty‑related termination without reinstatement.
License and CertificationA valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
Required to maintain Basic POST Certificate as Category I Peace Officer per
Required to complete POST continuing education requirements in accordance with
Physical Readiness Test (PPRT) RequirementsVertical Jump
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWashoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.
Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.#J-18808-Ljbffr
ResponsibilitiesFull range of police duties as described above.
RequirementsMust possess a current and valid Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Category I Certificate at the time of appointment or provide verification of current enrollment in a Nevada POST Basic Category I Academy at the time of application.
Out of state applicants must meet POST requirements per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 289.200.Out of state applicants must pass the POST Academy challenge exam with a 70% or higher score within one (1) year.
Graduation from high school, possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or proof of passing a high school equivalency assessment approved by the State Board of Education or an appropriate authority in another state is required at the time of application.
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
Must be a United States citizen at the time of application.
Must not have convictions described in the excluded list: convicted of a felony, offense involving moral turpitude or unlawful possession of a controlled substance, documented history of physical violence, or dishonesty‑related termination without reinstatement.
License and CertificationA valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
Required to maintain Basic POST Certificate as Category I Peace Officer per
NRS/NAC 289
for continued employment in this classification.Required to complete POST continuing education requirements in accordance with
NRS/NAC 289
for continued employment in this classification.Physical Readiness Test (PPRT) RequirementsVertical Jump
- 14 inchesAgility Run
- 19.5 secondsSit-ups
- 30 (60 second time limit)Push-ups
- 23 (no time limit)300 meter sprint
- 68 seconds1.5 mile run
- 16:57Veteran BonusEligible veterans who were honorably discharged from the U.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWashoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.
Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description OverviewUnder general supervision, performs a full range of police duties in the areas of patrol operations, criminal investigation, civil process, search and rescue, courtroom security and detention; and performs related work as assigned.
ResponsibilitiesFull range of police duties as described above.
RequirementsMust possess a current and valid Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Category I Certificate at the time of appointment or provide verification of current enrollment in a Nevada POST Basic Category I Academy at the time of application.
Out of state applicants must meet POST requirements per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 289.200.Out of state applicants must pass the POST Academy challenge exam with a 70% or higher score within one (1) year.
Graduation from high school, possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or proof of passing a high school equivalency assessment approved by the State Board of Education or an appropriate authority in another state is required at the time of application.
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
Must be a United States citizen at the time of application.
Must not have convictions described in the excluded list: convicted of a felony, offense involving moral turpitude or unlawful possession of a controlled substance, documented history of physical violence, or dishonesty‑related termination without reinstatement.
License and CertificationA valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
Required to maintain Basic POST Certificate as Category I Peace Officer per
NRS/NAC 289
for continued employment in this classification.Required to complete POST continuing education requirements in accordance with
NRS/NAC 289
for continued employment in this classification.Physical Readiness Test (PPRT) RequirementsVertical Jump
- 14 inchesAgility Run
- 19.5 secondsSit-ups
- 30 (60 second time limit)Push-ups
- 23 (no time limit)300 meter sprint
- 68 seconds1.5 mile run
- 16:57Veteran BonusEligible veterans who were honorably discharged from the U.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWashoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.
Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.#J-18808-Ljbffr