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GoLawEnforcement.com

Police Officer Recruit

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $68,453/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Reno, NV (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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

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Job Description

Police Officer Recruit Job Type:

Full Time Reno, NV Reno Police Department Salary:

$68,452.80

Annually Essential Functions:

Attends the Law Enforcement Academy ("Academy") designated by the Police Department. Conforms to the rules of conduct as outlined in the Academy's Recruit Manual, Department Policy and City of Reno Policy. Completes written reports and makes oral presentations as required by the Academy. Participates in the Academy training, and completes and passes all academic tests as prescribed by the Academy, to include any quizzes, mid-term and final exams. Participates in physical fitness training and passes the physical fitness standards test as prescribed by the Academy and the Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training rules. Participates in Defensive Tactics training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Participates in Firearms training and obtains a passing qualification score for each firearm. Participates in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Completes First Aid and CPR training and obtains a passing score on a final written exam. Participates in Force on Force training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test.

Requirements:

Graduation from high school or equivalent such as a GED A citizen of the United States of America Possession of a valid driver's license At least 20 years of age A background investigation will be conducted in order to verify the accuracy and completeness of statements contained on the application and to obtain information relative to predicting successful performance as a Police Recruit/Officer. Those individuals whose rank places them in the range to be certified to the department will be provided with a background information packet. This initial packet must be completed within the time period specified by the Reno Police Department.

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