AGRICULTURAL POLICE OFFICER 1 - UNDERFILL

AGRICULTURAL POLICE OFFICER 1 - UNDERFILL

State of Nevada (NV) Sparks, NV Job Details Full-time $70,282.08 - $104,713.20 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Biology Report writing Complaint handling Mid-level Bachelor's degree in biology Criminal Justice High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree Investigation evidence collection Staff training Peace Officer Certification Investigative reports Agriculture Proper evidence handling 1 year Bachelor's degree in criminal justice State-specific police officer certification Law enforcement Full Job Description JOB The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), Division of Animal Industry is recruiting for an Agricultural Police Officer 1 position, underfill to an Agricultural Police officer 2. This position may be stationed out of Carson City, Reno/Sparks, Fallon, Yerington, or immediate surrounding areas of these locations in Nevada based upon review and approval of the agency. The Incumbent must possess a current Category 1 Nevada POST certificate. Duties include, but are not limited to Conducting livestock inspections, performing investigations and law enforcement duties for all livestock, stray/feral horses or animal related events or incidents to include animal health inspection requirements, theft of livestock and animal cruelty. Additional responsibilities consist of monitoring animals entering the state from other states and international locations; conducting traffic stops of commercial/private agricultural vehicles on roadways and performing inspections at highway check sites.

Agricultural Police Officers are sworn peace officers of the Department of Agriculture. Incumbents ensure compliance with all State agricultural laws and regulations in the protection of public health, safety, property, and commerce. Incumbents are trained Category I peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Graduation from a Category I peace officer academy approved by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in agriculture, biology, conservation, criminal justice, wildlife management, or closely related field; and one year of professional experience enforcing and investigating suspected violations of agriculture, wildlife or criminal laws, and receiving and responding to citizen complaints; OR graduation from a Category I peace officer academy approved by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training; graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of professional experience as described above; OR one year of experience as an Agricultural Police Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This class specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of:

criminal investigative techniques, methods and procedures used in conducting investigations; collection, preservation, and processing of evidence; laws of search, seizure, and arrest; legal procedures for filing criminal complaints; laws, policies and practices related to agricultural/animal products and livestock.

General knowledge of:

Nevada law enforcement agencies.

Ability to:

identify livestock, brands or other identifying marks; identify plants and plant diseases; recognize common pests, noxious weeds and chemicals used in agriculture; write clear, concise, accurate and effective investigative reports; recognize emergency and/or dangerous situations affecting public safety and respond appropriately; provide testimony in court proceedings; accurately complete required forms and documents; work effectively and cooperatively with resource agencies; interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner; enforce laws and regulations and perform law enforcement duties as required by the assignment; respond appropriately to situations involving argumentative and/or combative individuals; provide supervision and training to assigned staff; and all knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the lower level.

Recruiter Contact Information:

Clark Mandichak -