University Police Officer

Overview

University Police Officer 1 (PO1) is a position within University Police Services, Southern Command, with multiple openings. The department conducts a continuous recruitment for current and future openings for University Police Officer 1.

• Work under general supervision, performing journey level law enforcement duties to include protecting university employees, students, and the general public; patrolling and safeguarding 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.

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 proactive, selective traffic enforcement program. The patrol area for Police Services encompasses all Nevada System of Higher Education facilities in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area.

• 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.
• This position requires that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
• As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
• Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Grade 36 Step 1, salary $67,901.76. Step means the number assigned by the Division of Human Resource Management to identify a specific pay rate within a grade. Per NAC 284.170, salaries for initial appointments for classified positions typically begin at Step
1. Benefits include generous compensation packages, separate paid time off for annual and sick leave, holidays; health insurance (medical, dental, vision); no state income tax; retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs; tuition discounts for NSHE schools and for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. Perks include flexible work schedules (depending on department), employee recognition programs, development opportunities, discounts on athletics tickets and wellness programs.

Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying. If you are a veteran, attach DD-214 or other applicable official documentation as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran’s status. The resume must include a detailed description of major duties performed for each job; education and experience must be clearly documented.

Your application will not be moved forward if incomplete. This recruitment will remain open until filled. Materials should be addressed to Randall Perkins, University Police Lieutenant, and submitted through Workday. For assistance, contact Sr. HR Business Partner, Suzanne Guevarra varra.

UNLV employees or NSHE employees must use the Internal Workday process to find and apply for jobs. To locate this posting, search by the job requisition number in the internal job posting site. The University of Nevada - Las Vegas is committed to a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Note:

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) responsibilities include the public safety needs of 80,000 students, faculty and staff over an 800 square mile service area.