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University of Nevada Las Vegas
University Police Officer I
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$85,889 / year median in Nevada
+9% projected growth
Job Description
University Police Department (UPD), Southern Command invites applications for University Police Officer 1 (PO1), (multiple positions open). We appreciate your interest in employment at our growing division. Questions? Please contact policerecruitment@unlv.edu . ROLE of the
POSITION UPD
is conducting a continuous recruitment for current and future openings for University Police Officer 1. The following law enforcement credentials are categorized as a University Police Officer 1 : Has not passed a certified police academy and obtained a category 1 POST certification, has not passed field training, or has not obtained permanent status as a Police Officer 1. Has passed a certified police academy and obtained a category 1 POST certification, has not passed field training, or has not obtained permanent status as a Police Officer 1. Has passed a certified police academy and obtained a category 1 POST certification, passed field training, and has not obtained permanent status as a Police Officer 1. Positions may be assigned to any campus to include the College of Southern Nevada, Desert Research Institute, Nevada State College, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The University Police Officer 1 will work under general supervision, performing journey level law enforcement duties to include protecting university employees, students, and the general public; patrolling and safeguarding the university system properties and surrounding areas; conducting traffic investigations; conducting criminal and non-criminal investigations; preparing for security and law enforcement activities surrounding special events; preparing for appearances in court; performing maintenance on assigned equipment; performing special assignments related to law enforcement and peace officer functions; and maintaining law and order, among other duties.DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
The department is a full-service police department comprising patrol operations, administration, police dispatch and a detective division. Services include a canine program, walking and bicycle patrols, and a pro-active, selective traffic enforcement program and takes a leadership role in preparing the University to respond to large-scale crises and events. The patrol area for Police Services encompasses all Nevada System of Higher Education facilities in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area. For more information, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/police .TESTING NOTICE ALL
qualified candidates will be required to complete written/physical testing. Testing notices will be sent to candidates via email. Note toApplicant:
Please be advised that a comprehensive background check will be carried out for the candidate(s) chosen for employment. Additionally, all applicants are required to successfully complete theNEVADA POST PHYSICAL FITNESS
TEST, as part of the Academy requirements PROFILE The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) was established in 1865 and currently comprises two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada is governed by the Board of Regents serving over 100,000 students and 15,000 employees. UPD, Southern Command, is a full service category I law enforcement agency that serves the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the College of Southern Nevada, the Desert Research Institute and Nevada State College. The department consists of 120 employees and has responsibility for the public safety needs of 80,000 students, faculty and staff over an 800 square mile service area. Law enforcement operations consists of 80 full and part time sworn peace officers, a full service 9-1-1 Center, K-9 operations; emergency management operations with a fully functional EOC and oversight of major special events hosting more than a million visitors a year to various events. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at: https://www.unlv.edu/police .COMMITMENT
toDIVERSITY
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of experience in public contact work which included application of rules, regulations or established procedures.- Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
- A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
- Applicants may be subjected to psychological testing which may include polygraph testing
- Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code.