Job Information
City of Reno Lateral Police Officer in Reno, Nevada
POSITION: Lateral Police Officer SCHEDULE:
Full Time LOCATION:
Reno, NV
SALARY:
$68,619.20 - $93,995.20 Annually CLOSING: Continuous
TO APPLY:
Direct Link -https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno/jobs/4562473/lateral-police-officer?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Careers Page -http://www.cityofreno.com
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SUMMARY:
The City of Reno is seeking current law enforcement officers looking to join the Reno Police Department team!
This open competitive opportunity is for qualified law enforcement officers who are interested in continuing their careers in public safety with an organization dedicated to providing quality service to the community.
The City of Reno and the Reno Police Department are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of all our efforts to ensure we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves our community.
Bilingual Candidates are Strongly Encouraged to Apply
Reno Police Department is currently filling multiple Lateral Police Officer positions. The hiring process will begin immediately upon acceptance of your application.
MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must meet all requirements at the time of application.
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- Two years of patrol experience (may include probationary time) OR
- Successful completion of the Northern Nevada Law Enforcement Academy (NNLEA)
License and Certificate:
- Possess and maintain the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at the time of application and at time of hire.
- Possession of a Nevada POST Category 1 Certificate, or an out-of-state POST Category 1 Certificate which has reciprocity with Nevada. Basic Certificate must be in good standing.
*If seeking reciprocity, employment as a Peace Officer (ex. Patrol Officer, street cop, etc.) in a reciprocity state or approved federal program as an equivalent to a Nevada Category 1 Peace Officer must be within the last 60 months (Detention and Corrections of any kind does not qualify for reciprocity)
Other Requirements:
- Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment
- Must be a citizen of the United States
- Must pass the Nevada POST Physical Fitness Test, per NAC 289.
- Non NV POST holders must pass the online Reciprocity course, per NAC 289.
- Non NV POST holders must pass the Nevada State Certification exam, per NAC 289.
Candidates*WILL NOTbe considered who resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty, and has not been reinstated as a result of a judic *