Retired University Police Officer, University Police Services PERS RETIRED and NEVADA POST CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER APPLICANTS ONLY

University of Nevada, Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV

297d • $67,801 - $80,763

About The Position

The University Police Department (UPD) invites applications for Retired Police Officer I/II, University Police Services, Critical Labor Shortage, PERS RETIRED and NEVADA POST CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER APPLICANTS ONLY. UPD is conducting a continuous recruitment for current and future openings for University Police Officer 2 - POST Certified. 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 2 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.

Requirements

• Must be retired from the Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada prior to the date of hire.
• Must have a current/active Nevada POST Category 1 certification.
• The Nevada POST certification of the peace officer in the other jurisdiction has not been revoked or suspended.
• Not more than 60 months have lapsed since the peace officer was employed in the other jurisdiction.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of law enforcement experience; OR Associate of Arts degree or equivalent coursework in criminal justice, police science, psychology, or closely related field and six months of law enforcement experience; OR one year of experience as a University Police Officer I in Nevada State service.
• 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.
• Meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code.

Responsibilities

• Protect university employees, students, and the general public.
• Patrol and safeguard university system properties and surrounding areas.
• Conduct traffic investigations.
• Conduct criminal and non-criminal investigations.
• Prepare for security and law enforcement activities surrounding special events.
• Prepare for appearances in court.
• Perform maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Perform special assignments related to law enforcement and peace officer functions.
• Maintain law and order.

Benefits

• Generous compensation packages, separate paid time off for annual and sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• No state income tax.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED