Corrections Officer (Lateral Officers)

<strong style=" font-weight: 700; color:inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" id="isPasted">CAREER OPPORTUNITY</strong><br><span style="color:inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">This LATERAL opportunity is designed for</span><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; color: rgb(223, 53, 12);"> <strong>certified peace officers </strong></span><span style="color:inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">who </span><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">have prior service experience, and have </span><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; color: rgb(223, 53, 12);"><strong>passed probation</strong></span><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">, with a law enforcement agency in the performance of duties directly related to Category III Peace Officer standards.  Service time must be within five years immediately preceding application with the City of Las Vegas.</span><span style="color:inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"> </span><br><br><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 113, 70);">STARTING PAY up to 7 years of experience:</span></strong><br><br><table style="width: 100%;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 32.9983%;">Step 1</td><td style="width: 33.6333%;">one year of experience</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">$60,077 annual</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 32.9983%;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 113, 70);">Step 7</span></strong></td><td style="width: 33.6333%;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 113, 70);">seven years of experience</span></strong></td><td style="width: 33.3333%;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 113, 70);">$76,016 annual</span></strong></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 32.9983%;">Step 13 (top pay)</td><td style="width: 33.6333%;">n/a</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">$94,334 annual</td></tr></tbody></table><br><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" id="isPasted">+ Nevada PERS Pension - Employer Paid Agency</p><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ No Social Security Deduction (6.2% stays in your check)</span><br><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ No State Income Tax</span><br><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ Shift Differential - 5%</span><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ Employee contributions are currently $40 per month.</p><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ Uniform Allowance <strong style=" font-weight: 700;">$1,700</strong> annually</p><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ 80 hours vacation (year 1)</p><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ 120 hours vacation (year 2)</p><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ 104 hours annual sick leave</p><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ 13 paid holidays</p><p style=" margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">+ Tuition Reimbursement <strong style=" font-weight: 700;">$5,250 </strong>annually</p><br><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;" id="isPasted"><strong><span style="color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">Out-of-State Applicant Information</span></strong></p><br><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;"><strong>What is the travel commitment for applicants? </strong></p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;">The department has a lateral hiring process that only requires <strong><span style="color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">one trip</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> </span>into the area.</p><br><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;"><strong>Is there a physical readiness test for laterals?</strong> </p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;">No, the department does not require this test, however, you must pass a medical fit-for-duty assessment upon job offer.</p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;"> </p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;"><strong>Do lateral hires have to complete an academy?</strong> </p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;">No, the State of Nevada has recently adopted POST III certification reciprocity for Corrections Officers from other states.</p><br><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;" id="isPasted"><strong>What are the requirements for reciprocity?</strong></p><br><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li><p style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Certification as peace officer or its equivalent in another state, <u>or</u> have completed a federal law enforcement training program that is equivalent to a category III peace officer in that state.</p></li><li><p style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Currently employed as a peace officer, <u>or</u> no more than a 60 month employment gap as a peace officer.</p></li><li><p style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Meet hiring standards listed under <a href="https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NAC/NAC-289.html#NAC289Sec110" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NAC/NAC-289.html#NAC289Sec110" aria-label="NAC289.110 - open in a new tab" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://www.leg.state.nv.us/nac/nac-289.html#nac289sec110$nac289.110"><strong>NAC289.110</strong></a></p></li><li><p style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Pass the online reciprocity course within 90 days of starting the course.</p></li><li><p style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Pass the Nevada State Certification exam. </p></li><li><p style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Certification has not been revoked or suspended.</p></li></ul><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;"><br></p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;" id="isPasted"><strong>Who do I contact if I have questions about the out-of-state process?</strong> </p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;">You can email Ron Prewitt<strong> </strong>at <a href="mailto:rprewitt@lasvegasnevada.gov">rprewitt@lasvegasnevada.gov</a></p><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;"><br></p><a href="https://post.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/postnvgov/content/Regulations/R118_23_Approved_LCB.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" aria-label="Nevada POST Rules for Category III Reciprocity - open in a new tab" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://post.nv.gov/uploadedfiles/postnvgov/content/regulations/r118_23_approved_lcb.pdf$nevadapostrulesforcategoryiiireciprocity" data-uw-pdf-br="2" data-uw-pdf-doc="">Nevada POST Rules for Category III Reciprocity</a><br><a href="https://post.nv.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://post.nv.gov/" aria-label="Nevada POST Website - open in a new tab" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://post.nv.gov/$nevadapostwebsite">Nevada POST Website</a><br><br><strong style=" font-weight: 700;">Tattoo Policy</strong><br><p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;" id="isPasted"><span style="color:inherit;">All candidates are prohibited from having tattoos or any other visible markings on their faces or collarbones. The department may make exceptions for hands and neck tattoos upon review and approval.</span></p><br><strong style=" font-weight: 700; color:inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Beard Grooming Policy</strong><br><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Officers may grow a beard no longer than one-half inch.</span><br><br><strong style=" font-weight: 700; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" id="isPasted"><span style=" color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">A. TESTING PROCESS (Applicant Status)</span></strong><br><br style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><strong style=" font-weight: 700; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><span style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION (Eligible List Placement)</span></strong><br><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">The test for placing candidates on the eligible list will consist of an application evaluation and scoring. It is essential that applications include detailed information regarding education, certifications, and experience. Applicants who pass this assessment will move forward to the department assessment process.</span><br><br style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><strong style=" font-weight: 700; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><span style=" color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">B. DEPARTMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS (Candidate Status)</span></strong><br><br style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Candidates should expect a <strong>very competitive</strong> background and assessment process (with only a percentage of candidates moving forward at each step).</span><br><br style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Typical assessments include:</span><br><br style=" color:inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><ul style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><li style=" padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Personal History Statement / Background Interview</li><li style=" padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Polygraph</li><li style=" padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Psychological Suitability Assessment</li><li style=" padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Command Staff Interview</li><li style=" padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Medical Fit-for-Duty Examination</li><li style=" padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Drug Testing / Education & Experience Verification / Fingerprinting</li></ul><br><strong style=" font-weight: 700; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Candidate Communication Notice<br style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px;"></strong><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Email will be the </span><u style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">primary</u><span style=" color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"> communication method during the entire recruitment process. It is a good idea to check your emails regularly while you are active in the process, to include checking your spam or trash folders.</span><span style="color:inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"> </span><br><br><p id="isPasted"><u><strong>Essential Functions:</strong></u></p><ol style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Conduct routine patrol of detention facilities and grounds to ensure the safety and security of inmates; enforce laws and ordinances pertaining to detention.</li><li>Supervise inmates during meetings, recreational and visiting periods, mealtimes, work assignments or related activities.</li><li>Assist with admission and discharge processing; issue clothing and supplies to new inmates, process transfers and arrange transportation to and from court and other corrections facilities; carry a firearm during certain work activities.</li><li>Conduct visual and physical searches of inmates for contraband, weapons or narcotics; check on the orderliness and sanitary conditions of inmate quarters; arrange for clean up of areas as required.</li><li>Enforce inmate rules and regulations and apply disciplinary action as required.</li><li>Prepare routine reports on operations and activities; maintain a variety of logs and ledgers.</li><li>Maintain inventory records of inmates' possessions; release properties and money as required. </li><li>Monitor fire and safety conditions of the facility; monitor fire alarm panel, video screens and related security equipment.</li><li>Assist in securing facility during situations of unrest; follow outlined procedures for lockdown; assist with investigating incident and write reports on situation.</li></ol><p><u><strong>Marginal Functions:</strong></u></p><ol style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>May assist with coordinating inmate information with outside agencies and jurisdictions.</li><li>May participate in public education and school information programs; may interact with citizen groups.</li><li>Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.</li></ol><p><strong><u>Experience</u></strong><strong>:</strong><br> <br>Must have prior service experience, and have passed probation, with a law enforcement agency in the performance of duties directly related to Category III Peace Officer standards.  Service time must be within five years immediately preceding application with the City of Las Vegas.<br> <br><strong><u>Training</u></strong><strong>:</strong><br> <br>Equivalent to graduation from high school.  <br> <br><strong><u>License or Certificate</u></strong><br> <br>Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.<br> <br>Must be twenty-one years of age and a citizen of the United States on the date of application.<br> <br>Possession of current Nevada P.O.S.T. category I, II, or III on the date of application, or demonstrate the ability to obtain reciprocity within a reasonable period. Certification must be maintained thereafter.  (Please note: P.O.S.T. certification requires qualifying with a firearm at least twice each year.)</p><p><u><strong>Knowledge of:</strong></u></p><p>Basic methods and procedures of corrections and law enforcement.<br>Basic corrections and law enforcement regulations.<br>Basic first-aid and CPR practices and techniques.<br>Basic self-defense tactics.<br>General laws pertaining to the operation of a correctional facility.<br>Basic report writing techniques.</p><p><u><strong>Ability to:</strong></u></p><p>Learn to interpret and enforce laws pertaining to detention and corrections.<br>Learn to interpret and enforce federal, state and local laws and departmental regulations.<br>Learn and administer first-aid and CPR techniques.<br>Learn practices and procedures to be used in emergency situations.<br>Learn public relations practices.<br>Learn to operate a computer.<br>Learn security procedures.<br>Use and properly care for firearms.<br>Observe details accurately, recognize suspicious behavior.<br>Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.<br>Prepare reports.<br>Learn the operation of standard equipment and facilities required in the performance of assigned tasks.<br>Meet the physical requirements established by the department.<br>Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.<br>Obtain P.O.S.T. basic certification.<br>Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.<br>Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:<br> -- Subduing resisting individuals;<br> -- Chasing fleeing subjects;<br> -- Running, walking, crouching or crawling during emergency operations;<br> -- Moving equipment and injured/deceased persons;;<br> -- Climbing stairs/ladders;<br> -- Performing life-saving and rescue procedures;<br> -- Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time; and<br> -- Operating assigned police equipment and vehicles.<br>Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to:<br> -- Armed/dangerous persons; and<br> -- Communicable diseases<br>Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:<br> -- Making observations;<br> -- Communicating with others;<br> -- Reading and writing; and<br> -- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles.<br>Maintain cognitive capacity which allows the capability of:<br> -- Exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under dangerous circumstances;<br> -- Evaluate various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action.  <br><br><strong><u>Competencies:</u></strong></p><p><u>Core Workforce Competencies</u></p><p>Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.</p><p>Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.</p><p>Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.</p><p>Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.</p><p>Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.</p><p>Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.</p><p>Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.</p>

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