CITY OF SANTA ANA, CA
Santa Ana, California, United States
Description The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. Under direction, performs responsible technical and public contact work in ensuring compliance with zoning, housing, dangerous building and uniform building and other related codes, rules and regulations. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Tuesday, April 30 , 2024. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline . Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To Reads and interprets plans, and inspects existing buildings, structures and properties to determine their conformity with city, state and federal standards and laws pertaining to zoning, housing, building and other related codes to prevent blight in the City; inspects buildings which have been converted or altered and ensures compliance with all required codes and standards. Enforces parking regulations and issues citations. Abates, or arranges for the abatement of, public nuisances such as vacant structures/dangerous and abandoned buildings, substandard housing, unpermitted dwellings, illegal commercial occupancies, abandoned vehicles, pushcarts, shopping carts and other similar objects or conditions that could be considered public nuisances and/or potentially hazardous. Writes detailed reports of inspections and code violations; issues citations and corrective actions to be implemented by tenants/residents/owners where violations are determined; monitors compliance with proposed corrective actions. Advises owners, tenants and contractors as to proper repair methods and materials and available financing assistance. Consults with legal staff concerning enforcement orders. Appears and may testify as an expert witness at administrative hearings and in court; provides assistance to legal staff in preparation of cases for prosecution; researches codes, rules and regulations for appropriate responses to inspection and code violations; coordinates enforcement activities with appropriate departments and agencies such as Business Licenses, Police Department, Public Works, County Health, Social Services, Orange County Fire Authority, the Internal Revenue Service and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Keeps up-to-date and accurate records and prepares periodic and special reports. Utilizes current office software applications to prepare reports, spreadsheets and correspondence; prepares correction notices, comprehensive reports, public handouts and other related documents; generates databases and other similar documents; downloads photographs; performs basic computations to determine area and percentages; draws general plot plans as needed. Conducts initial and follow-up investigations. Meets scheduled assignments on time; provides dependable service to the community. Interacts with coworkers and the general public in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Performs other functions as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Two years of journey-level experience in code enforcement inspection, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities. DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of : building construction materials and methods; building maintenance standards and sanitary practices; current municipal housing, building, zoning, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and related codes and ordinances; legal processes including right of entry, due process, and time limits on applicability of codes; current office software applications such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel and Access; current computer applications in a database environment; principles of conflict resolution and safe practices when dealing with the public in confrontational situations. Skill in: the utilization of current office software applications such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Access and Excel; current computer applications in a database environment. Ability to : detect substandard maintenance, poor sanitary practices, structural defects, illegal occupancies, inferior or improperly used materials, zoning violations and fire safety hazards; recognize construction practices which do not conform to code standards; read and interpret plans, specifications, blueprints, maps and related documents; draw general plot plans and perform basic computations to determine area and percentages; write detailed reports and correspondence; use computer applications in database and word processing environments; maintain up to date and accurate records, using appropriate software; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; testify effectively in hearings and in court; establish and maintain effective working relationships with business and property owners, tenants, community groups, coworkers and the general public in a culturally diverse community; enforce regulations with perseverance, firmness and tact; lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Must possess and retain a valid California Class "C" Driver's License as a condition of continued employment in this classification. Must possess and retain a valid Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) P.C. 832 Certificate (Powers of Arrest) as a condition of continued employment in this classification. Must possess and retain a valid California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Module I (Basic) Certification or Code Enforcement Officer Academy Certification from Santiago Canyon College as a condition of continued employment in this classification. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. in order to place shopping carts and other objects onto the back of a truck. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish or Vietnamese HIGHLY DESIRABLE Possession of additional code enforcement certifications from CACEO and/or one or more certifications from the International Code Council (ICC). SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS Must be available to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to work special task force operations, sometimes during late evenings. Must be able to walk for extended periods of time, in varying weather conditions; must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, squat, and reach above his/her head; must be able to lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide . Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Oral Interview Examination : (Weight of 100%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits! Summary of Benefits (under SEIU) NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Description The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. Under direction, performs responsible technical and public contact work in ensuring compliance with zoning, housing, dangerous building and uniform building and other related codes, rules and regulations. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Tuesday, April 30 , 2024. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline . Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To Reads and interprets plans, and inspects existing buildings, structures and properties to determine their conformity with city, state and federal standards and laws pertaining to zoning, housing, building and other related codes to prevent blight in the City; inspects buildings which have been converted or altered and ensures compliance with all required codes and standards. Enforces parking regulations and issues citations. Abates, or arranges for the abatement of, public nuisances such as vacant structures/dangerous and abandoned buildings, substandard housing, unpermitted dwellings, illegal commercial occupancies, abandoned vehicles, pushcarts, shopping carts and other similar objects or conditions that could be considered public nuisances and/or potentially hazardous. Writes detailed reports of inspections and code violations; issues citations and corrective actions to be implemented by tenants/residents/owners where violations are determined; monitors compliance with proposed corrective actions. Advises owners, tenants and contractors as to proper repair methods and materials and available financing assistance. Consults with legal staff concerning enforcement orders. Appears and may testify as an expert witness at administrative hearings and in court; provides assistance to legal staff in preparation of cases for prosecution; researches codes, rules and regulations for appropriate responses to inspection and code violations; coordinates enforcement activities with appropriate departments and agencies such as Business Licenses, Police Department, Public Works, County Health, Social Services, Orange County Fire Authority, the Internal Revenue Service and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Keeps up-to-date and accurate records and prepares periodic and special reports. Utilizes current office software applications to prepare reports, spreadsheets and correspondence; prepares correction notices, comprehensive reports, public handouts and other related documents; generates databases and other similar documents; downloads photographs; performs basic computations to determine area and percentages; draws general plot plans as needed. Conducts initial and follow-up investigations. Meets scheduled assignments on time; provides dependable service to the community. Interacts with coworkers and the general public in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Performs other functions as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Two years of journey-level experience in code enforcement inspection, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities. DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of : building construction materials and methods; building maintenance standards and sanitary practices; current municipal housing, building, zoning, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and related codes and ordinances; legal processes including right of entry, due process, and time limits on applicability of codes; current office software applications such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel and Access; current computer applications in a database environment; principles of conflict resolution and safe practices when dealing with the public in confrontational situations. Skill in: the utilization of current office software applications such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Access and Excel; current computer applications in a database environment. Ability to : detect substandard maintenance, poor sanitary practices, structural defects, illegal occupancies, inferior or improperly used materials, zoning violations and fire safety hazards; recognize construction practices which do not conform to code standards; read and interpret plans, specifications, blueprints, maps and related documents; draw general plot plans and perform basic computations to determine area and percentages; write detailed reports and correspondence; use computer applications in database and word processing environments; maintain up to date and accurate records, using appropriate software; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; testify effectively in hearings and in court; establish and maintain effective working relationships with business and property owners, tenants, community groups, coworkers and the general public in a culturally diverse community; enforce regulations with perseverance, firmness and tact; lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Must possess and retain a valid California Class "C" Driver's License as a condition of continued employment in this classification. Must possess and retain a valid Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) P.C. 832 Certificate (Powers of Arrest) as a condition of continued employment in this classification. Must possess and retain a valid California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Module I (Basic) Certification or Code Enforcement Officer Academy Certification from Santiago Canyon College as a condition of continued employment in this classification. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. in order to place shopping carts and other objects onto the back of a truck. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish or Vietnamese HIGHLY DESIRABLE Possession of additional code enforcement certifications from CACEO and/or one or more certifications from the International Code Council (ICC). SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS Must be available to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to work special task force operations, sometimes during late evenings. Must be able to walk for extended periods of time, in varying weather conditions; must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, squat, and reach above his/her head; must be able to lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide . Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Oral Interview Examination : (Weight of 100%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits! Summary of Benefits (under SEIU) NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME I Under supervision, to work in a training capacity, learning to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to learn bailiff duties during court sessions; and to do related work as required. II Under general supervision, to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility, according to laws, regulations, and policies of the State of California and San Benito County; to enforce Facility rules and maintain Facility security; to be responsible for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates during an assigned shift; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to perform bailiff duties during court sessions; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I This is the entry and training level in the Correctional Officer class series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility. Incumbents may also learn bailiff functions. This class is distinguished from Correctional Officer II by the fact that Correctional Officer II incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. A Correctional Officer I may be promoted to Correctional Officer II after demonstration of sufficient skills and knowledge and sound work habits. II This is the journey level in the Correctional Officer class series. Incumbents perform a wide scope of Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility. Incumbents may be assigned bailiff and transportation duties requiring firearms training and proficiency. This class is distinguished from Correctional Officer I by the fact that incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. It is distinguished from Senior Correctional Officer by the fact that Senior Correctional Officers regularly perform lead and special assignments. I/II REPORTS TO Correctional Sergeant CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED This is not a supervisory class. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; climb stairs and ladders; maintain mental alertness during periods of inactivity; ability to stoop, kneel, and bend over; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing in excess of 100 lbs with assistance; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain prisoners; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an office and outdoor environments; work is performed in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions; unusual exposure to life threatening situations; continuous contact with inmates, other staff and the public. Example of Duties (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) I Assists with supervision of inmates in the County Detention Facility. May oversee inmates during leisure time activities and on work details. Checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects. Sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary. Conducts periodic block checks Learns procedures and performs searches of inmates. Performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband Maintains discipline among inmates Opens and censors incoming mail Maintains and updates Detention Facility records. Responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations. Learns to receive and book inmates Learns fingerprinting and takes photographs; learns to assign prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; learns requirements and releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing. May testify in court and before disciplinary boards. Delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions. Learns methods and procedures and investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest. Collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions. Supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours May learn and perform bailiff assignments. Serves warrants. Operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility. II Supervises inmates in the County Detention Facility; supervises inmates during leisure time activities and on work details; checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects; sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary; conducts periodic block checks; performs searches of inmates; performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband; maintains discipline among inmates; opens and censors incoming mail; maintains and updates Detention Facility records; responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations; receives and books inmates; performs fingerprinting and takes photographs; assigns prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing; testifies in court and before disciplinary boards; delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions; investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest; collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions; supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours; may supervise, guard, and protect inmates during court sessions, maintaining responsibility for the general security of the courtroom; when serving as bailiff follows directives of the presiding judge in carrying out court orders; operates courtroom recording equipment; calculates and prepares good time and work time credit reports for the courts; may provide security for juries during deliberations; serves warrants; operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: I Some previous work experience with a correctional system is highly desirable. Special Requirements Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training is required within 12 months of initial employment. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. II One year of previous professional law enforcement experience comparable to that of a Correctional Officer I with San Benito County. Special Requirements Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: I Basic knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate control problems. Good public relations techniques. First aid methods and techniques. II San Benito County Detention Facility procedures, policies, and regulations. States and Federal laws and regulations related to jail operations, booking procedures, and custody of inmates. Problems related to the care and custody of inmates. Duties and responsibilities of a bailiff. Recent court decisions affecting arrest procedures and the handling of suspects and detained persons. Good public relations techniques. Use and care of Department authorized equipment and firearms as assigned. First aid methods and techniques. Computers and software used by the County Detention Facility. Ability to: I Learn the purposes, methods, and procedures for the care and custody of inmates at the San Benito County Detention Facility. Learn to perform a variety of corrections work. Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding operation of the County Detention Facility and the care and custody of inmates. Learn bailiff responsibilities and duties if assigned. Gather and organize data and information. Interview and secure information from people. Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies. Prepare clear, comprehensive reports. Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility. Learn technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms if necessary. Work with computerized law enforcement information systems. Operate a keyboard and/or typewriter with sufficient skill to perform booking and report preparation assignments. Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. II Perform a wide variety of correctional work. Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding operation of the County Detention Facility and the care and custody of inmates. Perform bailiff duties when assigned. Gather and organize data and information. Interview and secure information from people. Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies. Prepare clear, comprehensive reports. Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility. Demonstrate technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms. Operate a keyboard and/or typewriter with sufficient skill to perform booking and report preparation assignments. Work with computerized law enforcement information systems. Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local SAFETY 2.7@ 55 for new PERS Members Long Term Disability Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes 02 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 03 Are you a high school graduate or do you have a General Education Development Certificate (GED)? Yes No 04 Are you at least 21 years of age? Yes, I am 21 years of age or older. No, I am not at least 21 years of age. 05 Do you possess a CA Class C driver's license as of today? If you are out-of-state, do you possess a driver's license in your state of residence as of today, and are you willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position? Yes No 06 Have you completed a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C.? If not, this must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Yes No 07 Have you completed P.C. 832 and weapons training? If not, this must be completed within 12 months of initial employment. Yes No 08 If yes to supplemental question #6 and/or #7, did you attach a copy of the PC 832 certificates to your application? Yes No 09 List any training, experience or education that you feel qualifies you for this position, please list it below. 10 Do you possess a valid T-Score from a BSCC written exam for the Adults Correction Officer? If yes, please attach a copy of the letter/email. Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Description APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME I Under supervision, to work in a training capacity, learning to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to learn bailiff duties during court sessions; and to do related work as required. II Under general supervision, to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility, according to laws, regulations, and policies of the State of California and San Benito County; to enforce Facility rules and maintain Facility security; to be responsible for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates during an assigned shift; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to perform bailiff duties during court sessions; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I This is the entry and training level in the Correctional Officer class series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility. Incumbents may also learn bailiff functions. This class is distinguished from Correctional Officer II by the fact that Correctional Officer II incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. A Correctional Officer I may be promoted to Correctional Officer II after demonstration of sufficient skills and knowledge and sound work habits. II This is the journey level in the Correctional Officer class series. Incumbents perform a wide scope of Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility. Incumbents may be assigned bailiff and transportation duties requiring firearms training and proficiency. This class is distinguished from Correctional Officer I by the fact that incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. It is distinguished from Senior Correctional Officer by the fact that Senior Correctional Officers regularly perform lead and special assignments. I/II REPORTS TO Correctional Sergeant CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED This is not a supervisory class. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; climb stairs and ladders; maintain mental alertness during periods of inactivity; ability to stoop, kneel, and bend over; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing in excess of 100 lbs with assistance; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain prisoners; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an office and outdoor environments; work is performed in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions; unusual exposure to life threatening situations; continuous contact with inmates, other staff and the public. Example of Duties (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) I Assists with supervision of inmates in the County Detention Facility. May oversee inmates during leisure time activities and on work details. Checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects. Sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary. Conducts periodic block checks Learns procedures and performs searches of inmates. Performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband Maintains discipline among inmates Opens and censors incoming mail Maintains and updates Detention Facility records. Responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations. Learns to receive and book inmates Learns fingerprinting and takes photographs; learns to assign prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; learns requirements and releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing. May testify in court and before disciplinary boards. Delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions. Learns methods and procedures and investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest. Collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions. Supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours May learn and perform bailiff assignments. Serves warrants. Operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility. II Supervises inmates in the County Detention Facility; supervises inmates during leisure time activities and on work details; checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects; sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary; conducts periodic block checks; performs searches of inmates; performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband; maintains discipline among inmates; opens and censors incoming mail; maintains and updates Detention Facility records; responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations; receives and books inmates; performs fingerprinting and takes photographs; assigns prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing; testifies in court and before disciplinary boards; delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions; investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest; collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions; supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours; may supervise, guard, and protect inmates during court sessions, maintaining responsibility for the general security of the courtroom; when serving as bailiff follows directives of the presiding judge in carrying out court orders; operates courtroom recording equipment; calculates and prepares good time and work time credit reports for the courts; may provide security for juries during deliberations; serves warrants; operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: I Some previous work experience with a correctional system is highly desirable. Special Requirements Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training is required within 12 months of initial employment. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. II One year of previous professional law enforcement experience comparable to that of a Correctional Officer I with San Benito County. Special Requirements Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: I Basic knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate control problems. Good public relations techniques. First aid methods and techniques. II San Benito County Detention Facility procedures, policies, and regulations. States and Federal laws and regulations related to jail operations, booking procedures, and custody of inmates. Problems related to the care and custody of inmates. Duties and responsibilities of a bailiff. Recent court decisions affecting arrest procedures and the handling of suspects and detained persons. Good public relations techniques. Use and care of Department authorized equipment and firearms as assigned. First aid methods and techniques. Computers and software used by the County Detention Facility. Ability to: I Learn the purposes, methods, and procedures for the care and custody of inmates at the San Benito County Detention Facility. Learn to perform a variety of corrections work. Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding operation of the County Detention Facility and the care and custody of inmates. Learn bailiff responsibilities and duties if assigned. Gather and organize data and information. Interview and secure information from people. Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies. Prepare clear, comprehensive reports. Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility. Learn technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms if necessary. Work with computerized law enforcement information systems. Operate a keyboard and/or typewriter with sufficient skill to perform booking and report preparation assignments. Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. II Perform a wide variety of correctional work. Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding operation of the County Detention Facility and the care and custody of inmates. Perform bailiff duties when assigned. Gather and organize data and information. Interview and secure information from people. Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies. Prepare clear, comprehensive reports. Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility. Demonstrate technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms. Operate a keyboard and/or typewriter with sufficient skill to perform booking and report preparation assignments. Work with computerized law enforcement information systems. Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local SAFETY 2.7@ 55 for new PERS Members Long Term Disability Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes 02 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 03 Are you a high school graduate or do you have a General Education Development Certificate (GED)? Yes No 04 Are you at least 21 years of age? Yes, I am 21 years of age or older. No, I am not at least 21 years of age. 05 Do you possess a CA Class C driver's license as of today? If you are out-of-state, do you possess a driver's license in your state of residence as of today, and are you willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position? Yes No 06 Have you completed a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C.? If not, this must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Yes No 07 Have you completed P.C. 832 and weapons training? If not, this must be completed within 12 months of initial employment. Yes No 08 If yes to supplemental question #6 and/or #7, did you attach a copy of the PC 832 certificates to your application? Yes No 09 List any training, experience or education that you feel qualifies you for this position, please list it below. 10 Do you possess a valid T-Score from a BSCC written exam for the Adults Correction Officer? If yes, please attach a copy of the letter/email. Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction This examination is being given to fill several vacancies in the San Joaquin County Probation Department and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Please note : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Candidates who pass the written exam will be invited to attend a mandatory orientation, where they will be given the Personal History Statement (PHS) - background packet - and instructions for completing it. To preview the PHS, click on the link to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) form 2-251: Peace Officer For candidates who have taken the BSCC Selection Exam for Adult Corrections Officer (ACO), Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO) and Probation Officer (PO) Classifications for Local Corrections within the last 12 months, and achieved a T-score of 47 or above, San Joaquin County will allow you to submit the T-score received in lieu of retaking the written exam. The employment application for San Joaquin County must still be submitted and must meet the minimum qualifications for Probation Officer I in San Joaquin County. The BSCC T-score must be on agency letterhead and must show the name of the agency that administered the exam, the name of the exam, the date the exam was given and the candidate's name. The T-score letter may be submitted with the employment application as an attachment in the Resume section of the application, or emailed to: lnebe@sjgov.org. POST exam T-scores (PELLETB) are not accepted in lieu of taking this exam . Supporting a Safer, Stronger Community The San Joaquin County Probation Department is committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims, and reducing recidivism through client accountability and support; thereby making our community safer and stronger. We are dedicated to inspiring positive change by delivering proven evidence-based practices, which assist clients in identifying a path to productive life choices. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Learns to conduct probation investigations and make reports to the Court; researches case histories; interprets a variety of complex technical materials including medical, legal, financial and scientific reports and documents; interviews clients, families, victims, schools, and others to formulate goals and treatment plans for clients; compiles data, establishes facts, draws valid conclusions and submits recommendations. Learns to represent the Department during Court proceedings by making persuasive presentations of facts, defending recommendations and testifying as a witness; prepares, files and/or serves legal papers. Learns to supervise a caseload of juvenile or adult probationers to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of probation; explains conditions of probation to clients and families; implements treatment modalities and assesses progress during treatment; violates probation of individuals not following the orders of the Court. Learns to establish victim restitution and monitor payment compliance. Learns to work with health, social service, group home, or other support agencies to implement the treatment needs of probationers; makes referrals to treatment programs; assesses the progress, development and ongoing needs of clients; makes periodic reports to the Court on client status; counsels and acts as liaison between probationers, families, and others; makes recommendations for dismissal of cases where satisfactory progress has been achieved; resolves crises; may facilitate a variety of staff and/or client training programs. Learns to process and investigate stepparent adoptions and other matters as ordered by the Court. Learns to maintain a variety of records and case files; prepares case histories, reports, legal documents, and memoranda, utilizing departmental computer systems; enters and retrieves data from automated law enforcement information systems. Learns to transport individuals, exercise powers of arrest and participate in searches of probationers and their property as required; on occasion, may physically restrain or subdue individuals, when appropriate, for the safety and protection of themselves and others. May serve as a community resource; speaks before public groups and serves on boards and/or committees as the Department representative; collaborates with outside public and private agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS NOTE : The following special requirements were approved by the Director of Human Resources on December 14, 2022. Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in administration of justice, corrections, psychology, sociology, counseling or a related social or behavioral science. Applicants enrolled in their last semester/quarter will be accepted to the examination process but must provide evidence of graduation prior to appointment. License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Training Requirements : Employees in this class are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees will be required to meet state-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards and Training in Corrections (STC). As part of this requirement, employees must successfully complete probation officer CORE training during the first year of appointment. Special Requirements : (1) must be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) must meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) must pass a background investigation; (4) must meet physical standards established for County Safety employees, including a psychological examination; and (5) must qualify for use of a firearm when assigned to a field position. KNOWLEDGE Principles of written and oral communication including a thorough knowledge of language mechanics, syntax, and composition; principles and methods of logic and data organization; mathematics, basic statistics and research methods; principles and theories of sociology and psychology, particularly those related to assessment and adjustment of adult and juvenile personality development, behavior patterns and motivation; group and family dynamics; basic interviewing and investigation techniques; basic social casework practice, educational norms, treatment modalities and crisis intervention; basic concepts of law enforcement as well as probation and court practices; basic knowledge of socio-economic, psychosocial, and cultural influences on individual behavior. ABILITY Learn to make recommendations based upon investigative results; learn to manage a probation caseload; learn to prepare, review and edit comprehensive court reports and case files; learn to interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; learn to make sound decisions in emergency or crisis situations; learn to work with and obtain the cooperation of juvenile and adult probationers, their families and concerned government and private agencies; read and comprehend complex written material involving difficult concepts and issues; gather and analyze data; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; pay attention to detail; operate a computer; use a firearm; work a variety of shifts, as assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other probation staff, law enforcement officials, the public, and others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, driving; constant use of a computer; occasional use of a firearm; Lifting -Able to lift 50 pounds; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Potential contact with hostile individuals; exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Employees hired into the following classifications on or after 12/31/90 are considered Safety Members: Probation Officer I, II, III, and Probation Unit Supervisor. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Probation Officer Training : Probation Officers shall be allowed to attend seminars, workshops, out-of-town conferences, and have educational leave on County time consistent with the County’s educational conference and seminar policy. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill several vacancies in the San Joaquin County Probation Department and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Please note : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Candidates who pass the written exam will be invited to attend a mandatory orientation, where they will be given the Personal History Statement (PHS) - background packet - and instructions for completing it. To preview the PHS, click on the link to the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) form 2-251: Peace Officer For candidates who have taken the BSCC Selection Exam for Adult Corrections Officer (ACO), Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO) and Probation Officer (PO) Classifications for Local Corrections within the last 12 months, and achieved a T-score of 47 or above, San Joaquin County will allow you to submit the T-score received in lieu of retaking the written exam. The employment application for San Joaquin County must still be submitted and must meet the minimum qualifications for Probation Officer I in San Joaquin County. The BSCC T-score must be on agency letterhead and must show the name of the agency that administered the exam, the name of the exam, the date the exam was given and the candidate's name. The T-score letter may be submitted with the employment application as an attachment in the Resume section of the application, or emailed to: lnebe@sjgov.org. POST exam T-scores (PELLETB) are not accepted in lieu of taking this exam . Supporting a Safer, Stronger Community The San Joaquin County Probation Department is committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims, and reducing recidivism through client accountability and support; thereby making our community safer and stronger. We are dedicated to inspiring positive change by delivering proven evidence-based practices, which assist clients in identifying a path to productive life choices. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Learns to conduct probation investigations and make reports to the Court; researches case histories; interprets a variety of complex technical materials including medical, legal, financial and scientific reports and documents; interviews clients, families, victims, schools, and others to formulate goals and treatment plans for clients; compiles data, establishes facts, draws valid conclusions and submits recommendations. Learns to represent the Department during Court proceedings by making persuasive presentations of facts, defending recommendations and testifying as a witness; prepares, files and/or serves legal papers. Learns to supervise a caseload of juvenile or adult probationers to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of probation; explains conditions of probation to clients and families; implements treatment modalities and assesses progress during treatment; violates probation of individuals not following the orders of the Court. Learns to establish victim restitution and monitor payment compliance. Learns to work with health, social service, group home, or other support agencies to implement the treatment needs of probationers; makes referrals to treatment programs; assesses the progress, development and ongoing needs of clients; makes periodic reports to the Court on client status; counsels and acts as liaison between probationers, families, and others; makes recommendations for dismissal of cases where satisfactory progress has been achieved; resolves crises; may facilitate a variety of staff and/or client training programs. Learns to process and investigate stepparent adoptions and other matters as ordered by the Court. Learns to maintain a variety of records and case files; prepares case histories, reports, legal documents, and memoranda, utilizing departmental computer systems; enters and retrieves data from automated law enforcement information systems. Learns to transport individuals, exercise powers of arrest and participate in searches of probationers and their property as required; on occasion, may physically restrain or subdue individuals, when appropriate, for the safety and protection of themselves and others. May serve as a community resource; speaks before public groups and serves on boards and/or committees as the Department representative; collaborates with outside public and private agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS NOTE : The following special requirements were approved by the Director of Human Resources on December 14, 2022. Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in administration of justice, corrections, psychology, sociology, counseling or a related social or behavioral science. Applicants enrolled in their last semester/quarter will be accepted to the examination process but must provide evidence of graduation prior to appointment. License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Training Requirements : Employees in this class are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees will be required to meet state-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards and Training in Corrections (STC). As part of this requirement, employees must successfully complete probation officer CORE training during the first year of appointment. Special Requirements : (1) must be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) must meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) must pass a background investigation; (4) must meet physical standards established for County Safety employees, including a psychological examination; and (5) must qualify for use of a firearm when assigned to a field position. KNOWLEDGE Principles of written and oral communication including a thorough knowledge of language mechanics, syntax, and composition; principles and methods of logic and data organization; mathematics, basic statistics and research methods; principles and theories of sociology and psychology, particularly those related to assessment and adjustment of adult and juvenile personality development, behavior patterns and motivation; group and family dynamics; basic interviewing and investigation techniques; basic social casework practice, educational norms, treatment modalities and crisis intervention; basic concepts of law enforcement as well as probation and court practices; basic knowledge of socio-economic, psychosocial, and cultural influences on individual behavior. ABILITY Learn to make recommendations based upon investigative results; learn to manage a probation caseload; learn to prepare, review and edit comprehensive court reports and case files; learn to interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; learn to make sound decisions in emergency or crisis situations; learn to work with and obtain the cooperation of juvenile and adult probationers, their families and concerned government and private agencies; read and comprehend complex written material involving difficult concepts and issues; gather and analyze data; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; pay attention to detail; operate a computer; use a firearm; work a variety of shifts, as assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other probation staff, law enforcement officials, the public, and others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, driving; constant use of a computer; occasional use of a firearm; Lifting -Able to lift 50 pounds; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Potential contact with hostile individuals; exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Employees hired into the following classifications on or after 12/31/90 are considered Safety Members: Probation Officer I, II, III, and Probation Unit Supervisor. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Probation Officer Training : Probation Officers shall be allowed to attend seminars, workshops, out-of-town conferences, and have educational leave on County time consistent with the County’s educational conference and seminar policy. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are 2/29/2024, 3/31/2024, 4/30/2024, 5/31/2024, 6/30/2024, 7/31/2024 Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. Under immediate supervision, the Animal Control Officer I learns to coordinate and perform a variety of animal control and compliance functions, including patrolling assigned areas; monitoring and enforcing animal control regulations; responding to animal control inquiries and complaints from the public; issuing citations and warnings; and performing all animal related public safety and health duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is an entry and training level classification in the Animal Control Officer series. Incumbents are expected to perform a limited scope of duties and responsibilities under immediate or close supervision while learning the more complex tasks in the enforcement of laws and ordinances related to animal control and compliance. At the discretion of the appointing authority, positions in this classification may be flexibly-staffed to the next higher level of Animal Control Officer II classification. Appointment to the II level requires that the employee performs the full range of duties of the class and meets the qualification standards for the class. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED This classification may receive lead direction and training from the Animal Control Officer II. This classification is directly supervised by a Senior Animal Control Officer. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Learn to investigate reports of animal cruelty, nuisances, and potentially dangerous animals; learn to communicate with and advise owners of loose animals. Learn to patrol City streets, neighborhoods, and/or other designated areas in order to monitor, remove, transport, and locate stray, vicious, trapped, injured, and/or dead animals. Learn to rescue and impound stray animals; Learn to use remote chemical immobilization equipment; Learn to vaccinate, photograph, and process impounded animals prior to kenneling; Learn to transport injured animals to veterinary hospitals for treatment. Learn to assist law enforcement personnel and other agencies by taking animals into custody due to death, emergencies, arrests, and/or police investigations. May be required to forcibly enter a residence to obtain an animal. Learn to enforce City and State laws, regulations, and ordinances related to animal control. Learn to compile case evidence and prepare animal control cases for court. Learn to safely operate rifles, shotguns, and tranquilizer equipment to capture, humanely euthanize animals, or defend the public from vicious or uncontrollable animals as necessary. Learn to educate and provide the public with information regarding animal control laws, licensing requirements, owner responsibilities, and appropriate animal care. Learn to maintain and safeguard assigned equipment and supplies such as citation books, computers, controlled substances, and animal control vehicles. Learn to operate a computer and a two-way radio to maintain close communication with dispatching personnel. Learn to prepare and maintain a variety of animal control records, documentation, and reports. Provide courteous and professional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Occupational hazards and safety precautions of work around animals. Habits and characteristics of domestic animals and wildlife. Symptoms of common animal diseases. Principles and practices of customer service, including conflict resolution. Basic computer operations and applications. Basic State laws and regulations related to animal control functions (such as rabies and search and seizures); current local animal control codes and regulations. Record keeping principles and practices. Basic laboratory analysis principles and practices. Skill in: Answering inquiries and providing factual and technical information. Handling criticism and hostility from citizens with tact and good judgment. Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Collecting, compiling, and analyzing basic information and data. Making field contact with various animals, some of which may be hostile and/or injured. Using common office computer software. Safe and proficient use of specialized law enforcement weapons and equipment. Providing courteous and professional customer service. Ability to: Read, write, speak, and understand the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance. Learn, understand, retain, interpret, and enforce basic animal control codes, laws, case law, and regulations. Identify and report animal control problems encountered in the course of work. Safely care for and physically control live, sick, or injured domestic and exotic animals and reptiles. Humanely euthanize animals by the end of probationary period. Gather specimens for laboratory analysis and observe contamination protocol. Properly operate animal control equipment by end of probationary period. Learn, understand, and comply with basic departmental policies, rules, and instructions. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, community volunteers, and City personnel. Prioritize work; coordinate several activities, and follow-up as required. Timely prepare well-written, clear, concise, and well-substantiated reports. Learn how to train volunteers as needed. Learn to efficiently and effectively perform assigned duties with considerable independence within legal and procedural guidelines. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Six months of experience in animal care or control. AND Education: Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certifications: Must possess or obtain the State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Penal Code 832 (Arrest and Firearms) Certificate during probationary period and throughout the course of employment. Failure to maintain the certificate could be cause for discipline. Must possess or obtain the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate during probationary period and throughout the course of employment. Failure to maintain the certificate could be cause for discipline. Background: Must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check for job related convictions, fingerprinting, drug use history, and polygraph. Felony Convictions: Free of felony convictions under California Penal Code Sections 29900 and 29905. Medical/Drug Test: Must pass a medical and/or drug test. Work Conditions: Must perform shift work as assigned, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Standby duty is also required. Environmental Conditions: Work outside in various types of weather and unsanitary environments. Incumbents must be able to work in or around dead people, human excrement, animal fur, dander, disorganized and/or substandard houses; deal with infectious, emotionally distressed and confrontational people and aggressive animals. Additionally, incumbents are exposed to and/or in contact with chemicals used to perform euthanasia and people who may be under influence of drugs and/or alcohol. Must be willing to obtain a pre-exposure rabies vaccination, and when medically required, revaccination shots. Physical Conditions: Must be able to regularly lift, carry, restrain, and capture animals between 60-70 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds. Incumbents may be required to walk, run, stand, or climb on slippery, even or uneven, and paved or unpaved surfaces as well as bend, stoop, squat, and crawl in small, low and/or confined areas. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the next posted cut - off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be con sidered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be con sidered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the next posted cut - off date. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may con tact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Animal Control Officer I examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further con sideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Background Process : If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, credit check, and drug use history. QUESTIONS: For questions con cerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, con tact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are 2/29/2024, 3/31/2024, 4/30/2024, 5/31/2024, 6/30/2024, 7/31/2024 Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. Under immediate supervision, the Animal Control Officer I learns to coordinate and perform a variety of animal control and compliance functions, including patrolling assigned areas; monitoring and enforcing animal control regulations; responding to animal control inquiries and complaints from the public; issuing citations and warnings; and performing all animal related public safety and health duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is an entry and training level classification in the Animal Control Officer series. Incumbents are expected to perform a limited scope of duties and responsibilities under immediate or close supervision while learning the more complex tasks in the enforcement of laws and ordinances related to animal control and compliance. At the discretion of the appointing authority, positions in this classification may be flexibly-staffed to the next higher level of Animal Control Officer II classification. Appointment to the II level requires that the employee performs the full range of duties of the class and meets the qualification standards for the class. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED This classification may receive lead direction and training from the Animal Control Officer II. This classification is directly supervised by a Senior Animal Control Officer. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Learn to investigate reports of animal cruelty, nuisances, and potentially dangerous animals; learn to communicate with and advise owners of loose animals. Learn to patrol City streets, neighborhoods, and/or other designated areas in order to monitor, remove, transport, and locate stray, vicious, trapped, injured, and/or dead animals. Learn to rescue and impound stray animals; Learn to use remote chemical immobilization equipment; Learn to vaccinate, photograph, and process impounded animals prior to kenneling; Learn to transport injured animals to veterinary hospitals for treatment. Learn to assist law enforcement personnel and other agencies by taking animals into custody due to death, emergencies, arrests, and/or police investigations. May be required to forcibly enter a residence to obtain an animal. Learn to enforce City and State laws, regulations, and ordinances related to animal control. Learn to compile case evidence and prepare animal control cases for court. Learn to safely operate rifles, shotguns, and tranquilizer equipment to capture, humanely euthanize animals, or defend the public from vicious or uncontrollable animals as necessary. Learn to educate and provide the public with information regarding animal control laws, licensing requirements, owner responsibilities, and appropriate animal care. Learn to maintain and safeguard assigned equipment and supplies such as citation books, computers, controlled substances, and animal control vehicles. Learn to operate a computer and a two-way radio to maintain close communication with dispatching personnel. Learn to prepare and maintain a variety of animal control records, documentation, and reports. Provide courteous and professional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Occupational hazards and safety precautions of work around animals. Habits and characteristics of domestic animals and wildlife. Symptoms of common animal diseases. Principles and practices of customer service, including conflict resolution. Basic computer operations and applications. Basic State laws and regulations related to animal control functions (such as rabies and search and seizures); current local animal control codes and regulations. Record keeping principles and practices. Basic laboratory analysis principles and practices. Skill in: Answering inquiries and providing factual and technical information. Handling criticism and hostility from citizens with tact and good judgment. Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Collecting, compiling, and analyzing basic information and data. Making field contact with various animals, some of which may be hostile and/or injured. Using common office computer software. Safe and proficient use of specialized law enforcement weapons and equipment. Providing courteous and professional customer service. Ability to: Read, write, speak, and understand the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance. Learn, understand, retain, interpret, and enforce basic animal control codes, laws, case law, and regulations. Identify and report animal control problems encountered in the course of work. Safely care for and physically control live, sick, or injured domestic and exotic animals and reptiles. Humanely euthanize animals by the end of probationary period. Gather specimens for laboratory analysis and observe contamination protocol. Properly operate animal control equipment by end of probationary period. Learn, understand, and comply with basic departmental policies, rules, and instructions. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, community volunteers, and City personnel. Prioritize work; coordinate several activities, and follow-up as required. Timely prepare well-written, clear, concise, and well-substantiated reports. Learn how to train volunteers as needed. Learn to efficiently and effectively perform assigned duties with considerable independence within legal and procedural guidelines. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Six months of experience in animal care or control. AND Education: Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certifications: Must possess or obtain the State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Penal Code 832 (Arrest and Firearms) Certificate during probationary period and throughout the course of employment. Failure to maintain the certificate could be cause for discipline. Must possess or obtain the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate during probationary period and throughout the course of employment. Failure to maintain the certificate could be cause for discipline. Background: Must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check for job related convictions, fingerprinting, drug use history, and polygraph. Felony Convictions: Free of felony convictions under California Penal Code Sections 29900 and 29905. Medical/Drug Test: Must pass a medical and/or drug test. Work Conditions: Must perform shift work as assigned, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Standby duty is also required. Environmental Conditions: Work outside in various types of weather and unsanitary environments. Incumbents must be able to work in or around dead people, human excrement, animal fur, dander, disorganized and/or substandard houses; deal with infectious, emotionally distressed and confrontational people and aggressive animals. Additionally, incumbents are exposed to and/or in contact with chemicals used to perform euthanasia and people who may be under influence of drugs and/or alcohol. Must be willing to obtain a pre-exposure rabies vaccination, and when medically required, revaccination shots. Physical Conditions: Must be able to regularly lift, carry, restrain, and capture animals between 60-70 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds. Incumbents may be required to walk, run, stand, or climb on slippery, even or uneven, and paved or unpaved surfaces as well as bend, stoop, squat, and crawl in small, low and/or confined areas. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the next posted cut - off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be con sidered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be con sidered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the next posted cut - off date. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may con tact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Animal Control Officer I examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further con sideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Background Process : If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, credit check, and drug use history. QUESTIONS: For questions con cerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, con tact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description Due to California Title 15 staffing requirements, we are only accepting applications from female candidates for this specific job posting. The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective January 2024. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Under supervision, to work in a training capacity, learning to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to learn bailiff duties during court sessions; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry and training level in the Correctional Officer class series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility. Incumbents may also learn bailiff functions. This class is distinguished from Correctional Officer II by the fact that Correctional Officer II incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. A Correctional Officer I may be promoted to Correctional Officer II after demonstration of sufficient skills and knowledge and sound work habits. REPORTS TO Correctional Sergeant CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED This is not a supervisory class. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; climb stairs and ladders; maintain mental alertness during periods of inactivity; ability to stoop, kneel, and bend over; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing in excess of 100 lbs with assistance; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain prisoners; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an office and outdoor environments; work is performed in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions; unusual exposure to life threatening situations; continuous contact with inmates, other staff and the public. Example of Duties (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Assists with supervision of inmates in the County Detention Facility. May oversee inmates during leisure time activities and on work details. Checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects. Sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary. Conducts periodic block checks Learns procedures and performs searches of inmates. Performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband Maintains discipline among inmates Opens and censors incoming mail Maintains and updates Detention Facility records. Responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations. Learns to receive and book inmates Learns fingerprinting and takes photographs; learns to assign prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; learns requirements and releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing. May testify in court and before disciplinary boards. Delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions. Learns methods and procedures and investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest. Collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions. Supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours May learn and perform bailiff assignments. Serves warrants. Operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Some previous work experience with a correctional system is highly desirable. Special Requirements Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training is required within 12 months of initial employment. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: Basic knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate control problems. Good public relations techniques. First aid methods and techniques. Ability to: Learn the purposes, methods, and procedures for the care and custody of inmates at the San Benito County Detention Facility. Learn to perform a variety of corrections work. Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding operation of the County Detention Facility and the care and custody of inmates. Learn bailiff responsibilities and duties if assigned. Gather and organize data and information. Interview and secure information from people. Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies. Prepare clear, comprehensive reports. Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility. Learn technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms if necessary. Work with computerized law enforcement information systems. Operate a keyboard and/or typewriter with sufficient skill to perform booking and report preparation assignments. Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local SAFETY 2.7@ 55 for new PERS Members Long Term Disability Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 02 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes 03 Do you possess a CA Class C driver's license as of today? If you are out-of-state, do you possess a driver's license in your state of residence as of today, and are you willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position? Yes No 04 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)? Yes No 05 Appointment to the Correctional Officer position requires that you work in the jail. Working inside a jail can be considered a "difficult" or "challenging" environment for some. In many situations, inmates in which you have close contact with have poor personal hygiene, may be violent, mentally ill, and/or use vulgar language, among other things. The work environment can be loud, overcrowded, have offensive odors, and be physically demanding. Are you willing to work in the environment as described? Yes No 06 Are you at least 21 years of age? Yes, I am 21 years of age or older. No, I am not at least 21 years of age. 07 In three paragraphs or less, discuss your work experience, qualifications, and unique skills that would make you a successful candidate for this role: 08 Do you possess a valid T-Score from a BSCC written exam for the Adults Correction Officer? If yes, please attach a copy of the letter/email. Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: 6/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
May 03, 2024
Full Time
Description Due to California Title 15 staffing requirements, we are only accepting applications from female candidates for this specific job posting. The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective January 2024. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Under supervision, to work in a training capacity, learning to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to learn bailiff duties during court sessions; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry and training level in the Correctional Officer class series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility. Incumbents may also learn bailiff functions. This class is distinguished from Correctional Officer II by the fact that Correctional Officer II incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. A Correctional Officer I may be promoted to Correctional Officer II after demonstration of sufficient skills and knowledge and sound work habits. REPORTS TO Correctional Sergeant CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED This is not a supervisory class. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; climb stairs and ladders; maintain mental alertness during periods of inactivity; ability to stoop, kneel, and bend over; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing in excess of 100 lbs with assistance; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain prisoners; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an office and outdoor environments; work is performed in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions; unusual exposure to life threatening situations; continuous contact with inmates, other staff and the public. Example of Duties (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Assists with supervision of inmates in the County Detention Facility. May oversee inmates during leisure time activities and on work details. Checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects. Sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary. Conducts periodic block checks Learns procedures and performs searches of inmates. Performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband Maintains discipline among inmates Opens and censors incoming mail Maintains and updates Detention Facility records. Responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations. Learns to receive and book inmates Learns fingerprinting and takes photographs; learns to assign prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; learns requirements and releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing. May testify in court and before disciplinary boards. Delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions. Learns methods and procedures and investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest. Collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions. Supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours May learn and perform bailiff assignments. Serves warrants. Operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Some previous work experience with a correctional system is highly desirable. Special Requirements Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training is required within 12 months of initial employment. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: Basic knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate control problems. Good public relations techniques. First aid methods and techniques. Ability to: Learn the purposes, methods, and procedures for the care and custody of inmates at the San Benito County Detention Facility. Learn to perform a variety of corrections work. Read, understand, and interpret laws and regulations regarding operation of the County Detention Facility and the care and custody of inmates. Learn bailiff responsibilities and duties if assigned. Gather and organize data and information. Interview and secure information from people. Make independent judgments and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies. Prepare clear, comprehensive reports. Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility. Learn technical and tactical proficiency in the use and care of firearms if necessary. Work with computerized law enforcement information systems. Operate a keyboard and/or typewriter with sufficient skill to perform booking and report preparation assignments. Effectively, tactfully, and courteously represent the Sheriff/Coroner Department with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local SAFETY 2.7@ 55 for new PERS Members Long Term Disability Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 02 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes 03 Do you possess a CA Class C driver's license as of today? If you are out-of-state, do you possess a driver's license in your state of residence as of today, and are you willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position? Yes No 04 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)? Yes No 05 Appointment to the Correctional Officer position requires that you work in the jail. Working inside a jail can be considered a "difficult" or "challenging" environment for some. In many situations, inmates in which you have close contact with have poor personal hygiene, may be violent, mentally ill, and/or use vulgar language, among other things. The work environment can be loud, overcrowded, have offensive odors, and be physically demanding. Are you willing to work in the environment as described? Yes No 06 Are you at least 21 years of age? Yes, I am 21 years of age or older. No, I am not at least 21 years of age. 07 In three paragraphs or less, discuss your work experience, qualifications, and unique skills that would make you a successful candidate for this role: 08 Do you possess a valid T-Score from a BSCC written exam for the Adults Correction Officer? If yes, please attach a copy of the letter/email. Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: 6/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Long Beach, CA
City of Long Beach, California, United States
DESCRIPTION Accepting online applications only. Apply online 24 hours a day, beginning April 8, 2016. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice. Positions in the Long Beach Police Department qualify for a $6,000 recruitment incentive. For more information click here . SPECIAL NOTE: Current city employees within the classification or held prior status within the classification, with a desire to transfer to another department, bureau, or division, submit your transfer application to be placed on the Transfer List . EXAMPLES OF DUTIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, patrols or guards assigned areas in any one of several City departments on specified shifts; protects property; regulates vehicular, pedestrian or marine traffic; enforces rules, regulations and laws; issues warnings, citations or Notices of Violations; investigates and may apprehend and detain persons suspected of illegal activity; may guard, direct and/or supervise the activities of persons held in police detention facilities or in transport; may patrol or guard property owned by Long Beach City College; observes and corrects safety hazards; assists and performs other related duties as required. **Please see additional information regarding the specific duties of Special Services Officer from various departments at the bottom of this Job Bulletin. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Applicants must meet option A, B, C or D: A. Completion of a California Peace Officer Regular Basic Course Academy ( proof of Regular Basic Course Academy Certificate required at time of application filing *). OR B. Completion of a California POST Modular Academy Certificate Level I, II or III ( proof of Modular Academy Certificate I, II or III required at time of application filing*). OR C. POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) t-score of 40 or higher completed within the last 5 years (proof required at time of application filing*). OR D. Placement on the City of Long Beach Police Recruit Eligible List after May 2013 (proof of Placement on Eligibility List required at time of application filing*). *Proof documents above must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Late proofs will not be accepted after application submittal. Ability to maintain the physical security of premises in a public environment; patrol or guard public buildings and property; enforce rules, regulations, and laws; guard and supervise persons in detention facilities; monitor pedestrian, vehicular or marine traffic; read and interpret a variety of written documents (regulations, policies, and procedures); write clear, accurate and legible reports; deal tactfully and courteously with the public; respond appropriately to emergency situations; speak clearly and effectively; and stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to pass a thorough background investigation which includes a polygraph, psychological and medical examination. The investigation will cover information regarding relatives, references, acquaintances, educational background, residential history, employment history, DMV record, criminal history, military service records, financial status, legal history, drug use and related areas. Possess good observation, writing, communication and human relation skills; be compassionate, culturally sensitive, and non-discriminatory to a diverse population; possess good leadership and public service qualities and have the ability to exercise tact using excellent interpersonal skills; solve problems and demonstrate good mediation skills during highly confrontational situations. Willingness to work nights, shifts, mandatory overtime, holidays and/or weekends as scheduled, and to attend training programs. Some positions require the use of firearms/tasers and to carry them during duty hours. A valid driver's license is required by the hiring department. Positions in the Airport will be required to obtain a POST Level II Reserve Police Officer certification prior to the completion of probation. **Please see additional information regarding the specific duties of Special Services Officer from various departments at the bottom of this Job Bulletin. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of accredited coursework in laws of arrest and use of firearms, water safety or lifesaving; certificates in CPR/First Aid; PC830, PC830.32, PC832 and/or PC832.1; effective use of personal computers and related software applications; bilingual skills in English/Spanish or English/Southeast Asian languages. SELECTION PROCEDURE SELECTION PROCEDURE: Application & Supplemental Application..................Qualifying This process will be conducted using the continuous, non-competitive procedure. All applicants meeting the requirements to file will be placed on the eligible list, with those receiving Veteran's credit first, and then in the order in which applications are filed. Eligible lists may be established periodically. If you do not receive notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202. In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. F33AN-16A DE 04/6/16 SPECIAL SERVICES OFFICER-Information Sheet regarding specific duties of various departments The City of Long Beach seeks qualified and motivated individuals to apply for Special Services Officer. This employment opportunity offers a wide variety of exciting positions ranging from Airport and Police Departments. Long Beach Airport The Long Beach Airport is a busy, complex and diverse facility with over 300,000 annual aircraft operations. The Airport serves approximately three million passengers annually. Owned and operated by the City of Long Beach, Long Beach Airport was established in 1923 and is one of the oldest municipal airports in the U.S. Airport Special Services Officers are first responders to all public safety and security incidents at the Long Beach Airport and report to the Manager of Safety and Security, in the Security Division. The primary mission of the Security Division is to support the Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration with counter-terrorism efforts. Special Service Officer IIs dispatch officers, record calls for service in CAD, and staff the Airport's access control and perimeter security systems. Special Services Officers III/IV are peace officers that enforce the California Penal Code, California Vehicular Code, Long Beach Municipal Codes and the Airport Rules and Regulations. Special Services Officer III/IV will need to have completed a Level 1 Modular Academy or Regular Basic Course (RBC) within the first year of employment. Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a multi-faceted environment are a must. Police Department Jail: Ensures inmate safety and facility security. Conducts searches, classification assessment, inmate medical screening, fingerprinting and DNA collection if applicable, performs inspectionssecurity checks of the jail and Civic Center, supervises all inmate movement, monitors electronic audio and video surveillance equipment, transports inmates to medical and county facilities, escorts inmates to court and provides courtroom security, prepares written reports, including memos, log entries, and incidents reports. Marine Patrol: Assists the public in person or by telephone; maintains control and preserves the security of the City's marinas and beaches; enforces rules, regulations and laws within the marina areas; booking of arrested persons; patrol area in marked city vehicles; and provide community based policing. Long Beach City College: Responsible for the security of campuses, its faculty and students by patrolling the grounds on foot, bicycle, Segway and/or in a city vehicle. Escorts students, faculty and other employees; responds to suspicious activity, emergency situations, property damage and unlawful activity on District property; responds to calls for service involving thefts, disturbances, vandalism and malicious mischief; provide first aid as needed. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee Benefits The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: • Medical and Dental Insurance • Life Insurance • Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.) • Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave • Deferred Compensation • Credit Union Membership • Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit) • Flexible Spending Accounts • Free Employee Parking • Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17). Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 01, 2024
Full Time
DESCRIPTION Accepting online applications only. Apply online 24 hours a day, beginning April 8, 2016. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice. Positions in the Long Beach Police Department qualify for a $6,000 recruitment incentive. For more information click here . SPECIAL NOTE: Current city employees within the classification or held prior status within the classification, with a desire to transfer to another department, bureau, or division, submit your transfer application to be placed on the Transfer List . EXAMPLES OF DUTIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, patrols or guards assigned areas in any one of several City departments on specified shifts; protects property; regulates vehicular, pedestrian or marine traffic; enforces rules, regulations and laws; issues warnings, citations or Notices of Violations; investigates and may apprehend and detain persons suspected of illegal activity; may guard, direct and/or supervise the activities of persons held in police detention facilities or in transport; may patrol or guard property owned by Long Beach City College; observes and corrects safety hazards; assists and performs other related duties as required. **Please see additional information regarding the specific duties of Special Services Officer from various departments at the bottom of this Job Bulletin. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Applicants must meet option A, B, C or D: A. Completion of a California Peace Officer Regular Basic Course Academy ( proof of Regular Basic Course Academy Certificate required at time of application filing *). OR B. Completion of a California POST Modular Academy Certificate Level I, II or III ( proof of Modular Academy Certificate I, II or III required at time of application filing*). OR C. POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) t-score of 40 or higher completed within the last 5 years (proof required at time of application filing*). OR D. Placement on the City of Long Beach Police Recruit Eligible List after May 2013 (proof of Placement on Eligibility List required at time of application filing*). *Proof documents above must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Late proofs will not be accepted after application submittal. Ability to maintain the physical security of premises in a public environment; patrol or guard public buildings and property; enforce rules, regulations, and laws; guard and supervise persons in detention facilities; monitor pedestrian, vehicular or marine traffic; read and interpret a variety of written documents (regulations, policies, and procedures); write clear, accurate and legible reports; deal tactfully and courteously with the public; respond appropriately to emergency situations; speak clearly and effectively; and stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to pass a thorough background investigation which includes a polygraph, psychological and medical examination. The investigation will cover information regarding relatives, references, acquaintances, educational background, residential history, employment history, DMV record, criminal history, military service records, financial status, legal history, drug use and related areas. Possess good observation, writing, communication and human relation skills; be compassionate, culturally sensitive, and non-discriminatory to a diverse population; possess good leadership and public service qualities and have the ability to exercise tact using excellent interpersonal skills; solve problems and demonstrate good mediation skills during highly confrontational situations. Willingness to work nights, shifts, mandatory overtime, holidays and/or weekends as scheduled, and to attend training programs. Some positions require the use of firearms/tasers and to carry them during duty hours. A valid driver's license is required by the hiring department. Positions in the Airport will be required to obtain a POST Level II Reserve Police Officer certification prior to the completion of probation. **Please see additional information regarding the specific duties of Special Services Officer from various departments at the bottom of this Job Bulletin. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of accredited coursework in laws of arrest and use of firearms, water safety or lifesaving; certificates in CPR/First Aid; PC830, PC830.32, PC832 and/or PC832.1; effective use of personal computers and related software applications; bilingual skills in English/Spanish or English/Southeast Asian languages. SELECTION PROCEDURE SELECTION PROCEDURE: Application & Supplemental Application..................Qualifying This process will be conducted using the continuous, non-competitive procedure. All applicants meeting the requirements to file will be placed on the eligible list, with those receiving Veteran's credit first, and then in the order in which applications are filed. Eligible lists may be established periodically. If you do not receive notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202. In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. F33AN-16A DE 04/6/16 SPECIAL SERVICES OFFICER-Information Sheet regarding specific duties of various departments The City of Long Beach seeks qualified and motivated individuals to apply for Special Services Officer. This employment opportunity offers a wide variety of exciting positions ranging from Airport and Police Departments. Long Beach Airport The Long Beach Airport is a busy, complex and diverse facility with over 300,000 annual aircraft operations. The Airport serves approximately three million passengers annually. Owned and operated by the City of Long Beach, Long Beach Airport was established in 1923 and is one of the oldest municipal airports in the U.S. Airport Special Services Officers are first responders to all public safety and security incidents at the Long Beach Airport and report to the Manager of Safety and Security, in the Security Division. The primary mission of the Security Division is to support the Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration with counter-terrorism efforts. Special Service Officer IIs dispatch officers, record calls for service in CAD, and staff the Airport's access control and perimeter security systems. Special Services Officers III/IV are peace officers that enforce the California Penal Code, California Vehicular Code, Long Beach Municipal Codes and the Airport Rules and Regulations. Special Services Officer III/IV will need to have completed a Level 1 Modular Academy or Regular Basic Course (RBC) within the first year of employment. Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a multi-faceted environment are a must. Police Department Jail: Ensures inmate safety and facility security. Conducts searches, classification assessment, inmate medical screening, fingerprinting and DNA collection if applicable, performs inspectionssecurity checks of the jail and Civic Center, supervises all inmate movement, monitors electronic audio and video surveillance equipment, transports inmates to medical and county facilities, escorts inmates to court and provides courtroom security, prepares written reports, including memos, log entries, and incidents reports. Marine Patrol: Assists the public in person or by telephone; maintains control and preserves the security of the City's marinas and beaches; enforces rules, regulations and laws within the marina areas; booking of arrested persons; patrol area in marked city vehicles; and provide community based policing. Long Beach City College: Responsible for the security of campuses, its faculty and students by patrolling the grounds on foot, bicycle, Segway and/or in a city vehicle. Escorts students, faculty and other employees; responds to suspicious activity, emergency situations, property damage and unlawful activity on District property; responds to calls for service involving thefts, disturbances, vandalism and malicious mischief; provide first aid as needed. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee Benefits The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: • Medical and Dental Insurance • Life Insurance • Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.) • Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave • Deferred Compensation • Credit Union Membership • Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit) • Flexible Spending Accounts • Free Employee Parking • Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17). Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION You must have taken and passed the Police Officer Recruit examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click here . Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. Applicants applying to this posting will be hired as a Police Officer Recruit and must successfully complete a twenty-four (24) week P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy. Upon satisfactory graduation from a P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy, a Police Officer Recruit meeting the requirements of the Police Officer classification shall be advanced to the career classification of Police Officer. Incumbents promoted to CSO II at time of completion of the POST Basic Police Academy, are expected to attend accredited college level courses in order to satisfy the minimum qualification requirements of the Police Officer classification within their limited-term appointment. For more information regarding the Police Officer Recruit or Community Service Officer II positions, please visit the following links: Police Officer Recruit Classification Specification: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saccity/classspecs/33543?keywords=police%20officer%20re&pagetype=classSpecifications Community Service Officer II: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saccity/classspecs/1223708?keywords=community%20service%20officer&pagetype=classSpecifications DEFINITION To provide services through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The classification of Police Officer is a journey level classification assigned full arrest and citation powers under the California Penal Code. Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Officer Recruit classification in that it has full police authority to carry out the enforcement of laws and ordinances while the Police Officer Recruit is a recruiting and training-level classification with no police authority. Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Sergeant classification in that it is a journey level classification which has no supervisory responsibilities except for training new employees while the Police Sergeant has supervisory responsibility and directs work of subordinate personnel on a continual basis. Police Officers receive assignments and special instruction from higher ranking officers who also review the Police Officer's work. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by higher level sworn personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignments, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Patrol a designated area of the city on foot, on a motorcycle, or in a patrol car, jeep or van to preserve order, prevent crime discover criminal acts, and make arrests. Answer radio dispatched or citizens' request for police services at accident scenes, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances. Conduct investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, take statements, make arrests, write citations and/or make written reports at crime or accident scenes. Promote and ensure a community-based policing philosophy and strategy, in which collaborative problem solving with citizens and other stakeholders is coveted. Attend, participate, and represent the department at a variety of community events; participate in community engagement activities; build and maintain relationships with community members. Provide first aid to injured or sick subjects. Testify in court at criminal hearings and trials. Provide traffic control at accident scenes, fires, and congested areas. May work in plain clothes to conduct follow-up investigations, and to suppress vice or narcotics activities. Conduct line-ups for identification of suspects. Attend community meetings to discuss crime problems. Evaluate and control violent situations and persons; emphasize de-escalation tactics when appropriate. Order and direct emergency equipment at accident and disaster scenes. Search for missing persons. Drive vehicles under hazardous and emergency conditions. Train new employees in proper police procedures. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Federal, state, and city codes and ordinances relating to law enforcement. Modern approved principles and procedures of police work. Department rules and regulations. General Orders and directives. City streets and principal locations. Court and evidence procedures. Court decisions affecting police practices. Radio procedures. Crisis intervention and de-escalation tools. Ability to: Communicate in English in a clear, distinct, and understandable manner when speaking to individuals, to people of different socio-economic levels, before various public and community groups, and when testifying in court. Write clearly, accurately, concisely, and legibly using correct English, grammatical construction, and spelling. Read and interpret complex technical documents in English. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Observe, assimilate, remember, record, and recall pertinent facts and details. Read maps and mapped information. Apply selected knowledge (i.e., laws, statutes, court decisions, department policies, criminal investigation theories, etc.) in collecting, organizing, and analyzing a variety of information to decide on an appropriate and reasonable course of action. Effectively work with, serve, and communicate impartially with individuals of a variety of culturally diverse and socioeconomic backgrounds. Analyze problems and rationally and calmly take effective action in emergency and stressful situations. Evaluate and de-escalate stressful and volatile situations. Plan and effectively present material orally to diverse groups. Deal courteously but firmly with the general public. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other City employees. Use firearms safely and accurately. Climb barriers, jump obstacles, and perform strenuous physical activities. Control resisting subjects with a minimum of force necessary to effect an arrest. Use modern computer equipment including but not limited to in car mobile data computers, in car video and audio recording devices, body cameras, electronic mapping and GPS equipment, and specialized tracking equipment. Skill in: Driving a vehicle under hazardous conditions. The use of ancillary police weaponry and weaponless defense. The use of first aid, including but not limited to Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation techniques. Experience and Education: I. (1) Successful completion of the Sacramento Police Academy as a City of Sacramento Police Officer Recruit; and (2) Completion of sixty (60)* semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units, from an accredited college or university. (As outlined in the Police Officer Recruit classification specification and Civil Service Board Rules and Regulations). -OR- II. (1) Successful completion of the Sacramento Police Academy as a City of Sacramento Community Service Officer; and (2) Completion of sixty (60)* semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units, from an accredited college or university. (As part of the Employee Development Program identified in the City Charter). -OR - III. BASIC ACADEMY GRADUATE - (1) Completion of sixty (60) semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units from an accredited college or university; and (2) Possession of a valid P.O.S.T Basic Certificate or Basic Course Waiver issued by the State of California and received within three (3) years of the date of appointment. -OR - IV. LATERAL ENTRY - Completion of sixty (60) semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units from an accredited college or university; and (2) Possession of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate issued by the State of California; and (3) Current employment as a full- time sworn peace officer in a California P.O.S.T. participating law enforcement department or agency; and two (2) years as a full-time sworn peace officer in a California P.O.S.T participating law enforcement department or agency. -AND- Be a high school graduate, have passed the General Education Development (GED) Test or other high school equivalency test approved by the State Department of Education that indicates high school graduation level, pass the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. Substitution: Four (4) years of honorable military service can substitute for the sixty (60) semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units educational requirement. *Twenty-six (26) semester college units are earned upon graduation from the Sacramento Police Academy and applied to the sixty (60) semester unit requirement. PROOF OF EDUCATION Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts anddegrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment to the Police Officer Recruit Classification . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment to the Police Officer Recruit Classification. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Should certification be used to qualify for the Police Officer Recruit position, then proof of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate issued by the State of California should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Age: Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver license at the time of appointment. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Respiratory Protective Equipment: Work in this class requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment. Felony Convictions: Free of felony convictions under California Government Code Section 1029. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees hired as a lateral entry must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. All other employees must complete eighteen (18) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application, emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org , or by FAX to (916) 596-1556. If submitting via FAX/email, please include your name on your documents.Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply. Proof of education, certification, and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Optional - send a valid and legible copy of your previous result letter to the City of Sacramento Human Resources (refer to Test Exemption section below).If you are currently on an active Eligible (PASS) List for the Police Officer Recruit position, it is unnecessary to reapply and/or retake the Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam for this position. Each Eligible (PASS) List is active for one (1) year from the date it is established. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 3. Online Exam: (Pass/Fail)- Candidates must have taken and passed the online examination with a score of 70% for further consideration. Only applicants who have successfully passed the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination will be referred to the department after the the final filing deadline. The online examination will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. Candidates can access the examination at any time by visiting the City of Sacramento’s Examination’s website: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the online examination will be placed on the eligible list. Candidate’s eligibility expires two years from the date of notification of a passing score for the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Police Officer Recruit or the Community Service Officer I classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective two years from the date of passing the examination for the Police Officer Recruit or the Community Service Officer I. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken one of the following exams within two years of the final filing date and earned a passing score as listed below, you may be considered exempt from the Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam. To receive consideration for exemption, you must have: Earned a T-Score of 45 or higher on the P.O.S.T. Certified Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) exam Received a passing score on the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam Have selected yes to the Online Examination, Proof of Examination, and Test Exemption from the City Of Sacramento's Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination supplemental questions included in this job posting. To receive consideration for exemption using the P.O.S.T PELLETB exam, submit your result to the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department by the final filing date using one of the following methods: Attach your valid result letter to your online application; Fax it to (916) 596-1556, Subject: Police Officer Recruit 002027-24-PD-13 Email it to employment@cityofsacramento.org and include Police Recruit 002027-24-PD-13 in the Subject Line. To receive consideration for exemption using the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam, applicants will have needed to select yes to the Online Examination, Proof of Examination, and Test Exemption from the City Of Sacramento's Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination supplemental questions included in this job posting. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. Applicants who request consideration for the exemption and are not in a reachable rank, will be notified by Human Resources. Per City of Sacramento Human Resources Department requirements to receive consideration for test exemption: For P.O.S.T. PELLETB: The result letter must be issued on agency letter head OR by email with the agency logo The test date must be clearly visible on the result letter The applicant's first and last name must be listed The result letter must be a legible, clear copy PELLETB results must list the reading, writing and total T-scores For a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Police Officer Recruit Exam and Test Exemption, please visit: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment 5. Oral Interview: (100%) - The oral interview will consist of job-related questions. The Oral Interview is administered by the Sacramento Police Department. 6. Physical Agility Test: (Pass/Fail) - Applicants who pass the oral interview test will be required to pass the physical agility test. The Physical Agility Test is administered by the Sacramento Police Department. 7. Background Process: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and drug use history. QUESTIONS If you have specific questions regarding the Police Officer Recruit position, hiring process, Police Academy, etc.: Go to the Sacramento Police Department website at http ://www.sacpd.org/ Send an email to police_recruiting@pd.cityofsacramento.org Call the Police Recruiting Office at (916) 808-0880. For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment . Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726. Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 02, 2024
Temporary
THE POSITION You must have taken and passed the Police Officer Recruit examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click here . Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position. Applicants applying to this posting will be hired as a Police Officer Recruit and must successfully complete a twenty-four (24) week P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy. Upon satisfactory graduation from a P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy, a Police Officer Recruit meeting the requirements of the Police Officer classification shall be advanced to the career classification of Police Officer. Incumbents promoted to CSO II at time of completion of the POST Basic Police Academy, are expected to attend accredited college level courses in order to satisfy the minimum qualification requirements of the Police Officer classification within their limited-term appointment. For more information regarding the Police Officer Recruit or Community Service Officer II positions, please visit the following links: Police Officer Recruit Classification Specification: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saccity/classspecs/33543?keywords=police%20officer%20re&pagetype=classSpecifications Community Service Officer II: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saccity/classspecs/1223708?keywords=community%20service%20officer&pagetype=classSpecifications DEFINITION To provide services through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The classification of Police Officer is a journey level classification assigned full arrest and citation powers under the California Penal Code. Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Officer Recruit classification in that it has full police authority to carry out the enforcement of laws and ordinances while the Police Officer Recruit is a recruiting and training-level classification with no police authority. Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Sergeant classification in that it is a journey level classification which has no supervisory responsibilities except for training new employees while the Police Sergeant has supervisory responsibility and directs work of subordinate personnel on a continual basis. Police Officers receive assignments and special instruction from higher ranking officers who also review the Police Officer's work. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by higher level sworn personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignments, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Patrol a designated area of the city on foot, on a motorcycle, or in a patrol car, jeep or van to preserve order, prevent crime discover criminal acts, and make arrests. Answer radio dispatched or citizens' request for police services at accident scenes, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances. Conduct investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, take statements, make arrests, write citations and/or make written reports at crime or accident scenes. Promote and ensure a community-based policing philosophy and strategy, in which collaborative problem solving with citizens and other stakeholders is coveted. Attend, participate, and represent the department at a variety of community events; participate in community engagement activities; build and maintain relationships with community members. Provide first aid to injured or sick subjects. Testify in court at criminal hearings and trials. Provide traffic control at accident scenes, fires, and congested areas. May work in plain clothes to conduct follow-up investigations, and to suppress vice or narcotics activities. Conduct line-ups for identification of suspects. Attend community meetings to discuss crime problems. Evaluate and control violent situations and persons; emphasize de-escalation tactics when appropriate. Order and direct emergency equipment at accident and disaster scenes. Search for missing persons. Drive vehicles under hazardous and emergency conditions. Train new employees in proper police procedures. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Federal, state, and city codes and ordinances relating to law enforcement. Modern approved principles and procedures of police work. Department rules and regulations. General Orders and directives. City streets and principal locations. Court and evidence procedures. Court decisions affecting police practices. Radio procedures. Crisis intervention and de-escalation tools. Ability to: Communicate in English in a clear, distinct, and understandable manner when speaking to individuals, to people of different socio-economic levels, before various public and community groups, and when testifying in court. Write clearly, accurately, concisely, and legibly using correct English, grammatical construction, and spelling. Read and interpret complex technical documents in English. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Observe, assimilate, remember, record, and recall pertinent facts and details. Read maps and mapped information. Apply selected knowledge (i.e., laws, statutes, court decisions, department policies, criminal investigation theories, etc.) in collecting, organizing, and analyzing a variety of information to decide on an appropriate and reasonable course of action. Effectively work with, serve, and communicate impartially with individuals of a variety of culturally diverse and socioeconomic backgrounds. Analyze problems and rationally and calmly take effective action in emergency and stressful situations. Evaluate and de-escalate stressful and volatile situations. Plan and effectively present material orally to diverse groups. Deal courteously but firmly with the general public. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other City employees. Use firearms safely and accurately. Climb barriers, jump obstacles, and perform strenuous physical activities. Control resisting subjects with a minimum of force necessary to effect an arrest. Use modern computer equipment including but not limited to in car mobile data computers, in car video and audio recording devices, body cameras, electronic mapping and GPS equipment, and specialized tracking equipment. Skill in: Driving a vehicle under hazardous conditions. The use of ancillary police weaponry and weaponless defense. The use of first aid, including but not limited to Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation techniques. Experience and Education: I. (1) Successful completion of the Sacramento Police Academy as a City of Sacramento Police Officer Recruit; and (2) Completion of sixty (60)* semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units, from an accredited college or university. (As outlined in the Police Officer Recruit classification specification and Civil Service Board Rules and Regulations). -OR- II. (1) Successful completion of the Sacramento Police Academy as a City of Sacramento Community Service Officer; and (2) Completion of sixty (60)* semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units, from an accredited college or university. (As part of the Employee Development Program identified in the City Charter). -OR - III. BASIC ACADEMY GRADUATE - (1) Completion of sixty (60) semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units from an accredited college or university; and (2) Possession of a valid P.O.S.T Basic Certificate or Basic Course Waiver issued by the State of California and received within three (3) years of the date of appointment. -OR - IV. LATERAL ENTRY - Completion of sixty (60) semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units from an accredited college or university; and (2) Possession of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate issued by the State of California; and (3) Current employment as a full- time sworn peace officer in a California P.O.S.T. participating law enforcement department or agency; and two (2) years as a full-time sworn peace officer in a California P.O.S.T participating law enforcement department or agency. -AND- Be a high school graduate, have passed the General Education Development (GED) Test or other high school equivalency test approved by the State Department of Education that indicates high school graduation level, pass the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. Substitution: Four (4) years of honorable military service can substitute for the sixty (60) semester units, or ninety (90) quarter units educational requirement. *Twenty-six (26) semester college units are earned upon graduation from the Sacramento Police Academy and applied to the sixty (60) semester unit requirement. PROOF OF EDUCATION Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts anddegrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment to the Police Officer Recruit Classification . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment to the Police Officer Recruit Classification. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Should certification be used to qualify for the Police Officer Recruit position, then proof of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate issued by the State of California should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Age: Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of appointment. Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver license at the time of appointment. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Respiratory Protective Equipment: Work in this class requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment. Felony Convictions: Free of felony convictions under California Government Code Section 1029. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees hired as a lateral entry must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. All other employees must complete eighteen (18) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application, emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org , or by FAX to (916) 596-1556. If submitting via FAX/email, please include your name on your documents.Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply. Proof of education, certification, and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Optional - send a valid and legible copy of your previous result letter to the City of Sacramento Human Resources (refer to Test Exemption section below).If you are currently on an active Eligible (PASS) List for the Police Officer Recruit position, it is unnecessary to reapply and/or retake the Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam for this position. Each Eligible (PASS) List is active for one (1) year from the date it is established. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 3. Online Exam: (Pass/Fail)- Candidates must have taken and passed the online examination with a score of 70% for further consideration. Only applicants who have successfully passed the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination will be referred to the department after the the final filing deadline. The online examination will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. Candidates can access the examination at any time by visiting the City of Sacramento’s Examination’s website: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the online examination will be placed on the eligible list. Candidate’s eligibility expires two years from the date of notification of a passing score for the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Police Officer Recruit or the Community Service Officer I classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective two years from the date of passing the examination for the Police Officer Recruit or the Community Service Officer I. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken one of the following exams within two years of the final filing date and earned a passing score as listed below, you may be considered exempt from the Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam. To receive consideration for exemption, you must have: Earned a T-Score of 45 or higher on the P.O.S.T. Certified Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) exam Received a passing score on the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam Have selected yes to the Online Examination, Proof of Examination, and Test Exemption from the City Of Sacramento's Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination supplemental questions included in this job posting. To receive consideration for exemption using the P.O.S.T PELLETB exam, submit your result to the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department by the final filing date using one of the following methods: Attach your valid result letter to your online application; Fax it to (916) 596-1556, Subject: Police Officer Recruit 002027-24-PD-13 Email it to employment@cityofsacramento.org and include Police Recruit 002027-24-PD-13 in the Subject Line. To receive consideration for exemption using the City of Sacramento’s Entry Level Law Enforcement Exam, applicants will have needed to select yes to the Online Examination, Proof of Examination, and Test Exemption from the City Of Sacramento's Entry Level Law Enforcement Examination supplemental questions included in this job posting. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. Applicants who request consideration for the exemption and are not in a reachable rank, will be notified by Human Resources. Per City of Sacramento Human Resources Department requirements to receive consideration for test exemption: For P.O.S.T. PELLETB: The result letter must be issued on agency letter head OR by email with the agency logo The test date must be clearly visible on the result letter The applicant's first and last name must be listed The result letter must be a legible, clear copy PELLETB results must list the reading, writing and total T-scores For a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Police Officer Recruit Exam and Test Exemption, please visit: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment 5. Oral Interview: (100%) - The oral interview will consist of job-related questions. The Oral Interview is administered by the Sacramento Police Department. 6. Physical Agility Test: (Pass/Fail) - Applicants who pass the oral interview test will be required to pass the physical agility test. The Physical Agility Test is administered by the Sacramento Police Department. 7. Background Process: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and drug use history. QUESTIONS If you have specific questions regarding the Police Officer Recruit position, hiring process, Police Academy, etc.: Go to the Sacramento Police Department website at http ://www.sacpd.org/ Send an email to police_recruiting@pd.cityofsacramento.org Call the Police Recruiting Office at (916) 808-0880. For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment . Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726. Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
State of Nevada
Boulder City, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
State of Nevada
Indian Springs, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42618 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for lateral candidates seeking employment in Las Vegas. Entry level candidates should apply to the DPS CADET OFFICER position. E-mail is the most efficient method of communicating with applicants. Recruiters: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical locations. Nevada DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Allocation of positions to various levels within the series is based on the nature and complexity of the assignment; the depth of knowledge in specialized areas of law enforcement and public safety; supervisory responsibility; and level of independence. DPS employees receive an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS), three (3) weeks paid vacation, three (3) weeks sick leave, eleven (11) paid holidays, and are not subject to state, county, city or social security taxes. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Certification as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement experience as a Category I Peace Officer; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service. Special Notes Applicant must meet current Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbent must pass the Peace Officer's Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbent must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Some DPS Officer II positions are granted a salary adjustment of 5% for complex investigative responsibilities or the supervision of DPS Officer II's performing complex investigations that require additional experience and expertise. These positions will be identified at the time of recruitment and are assigned to the Investigations Division, State Fire Marshals Office, Major Accident Investigation Team, and the State's Fusion Centers. Specific duties assigned to DPS Officer II positions are described in the Benchmark Descriptions Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Statewide travel is required. This position is subject to call-out or call-back. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you used Schedule I controlled substances, excluding marijuana, within three years of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to you? Note: Reference the U.S. Controlled Substance Act for a list of scheduled I drugs. Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Do you have any of the following: Graduation as a Category I Peace Officer from a Nevada P.O.S.T. approved law enforcement academy and one year of law enforcement or experience in a police or fire agency; OR one year of experience as a DPS Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Please contact recruiter if you are interested in other geographical areas. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation-Physical Exam, polygraph, extensive background, psych evaluation, fingerprints, medical and drug screening. NEV CAT 1 POST exempt from PT exam. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! 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CITY OF CLAREMONT, CA
Claremont, California, United States
City of Claremont The City of Claremont Police Department is looking for Lateral and Academy Graduate Police Officers that are highly energetic and motivated. He/she will have work ethics and moral standards that are of the highest caliber, to preserve the peace, protect life and property, prevent and detect crimes, and enforce laws and ordinances, while maintaining a positive public service approach toward the community. Located 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles on the lower slopes of the San Gabriel Mountains, Claremont is best known for its tree-lined streets, historic buildings, world renowned colleges, and award-winning school system. Claremont provides the atmosphere of a New England town within comfortable driving distances of major Southern California attractions, sports stadiums, and the Ontario International Airport. Sunset magazine described Claremont in this manner, "College towns like this one may be commonplace on the East Coast, but Claremont, 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, stands out as a singular example in Southern California." Metrolink Rail Authority also named Claremont a Preferred Destination Point. The City has a population of 37,780 people. Within the 14.1 square miles of the city, Claremont has 23 city-owned parks and sports fields, with 1,900 acres of public park land, of which 1,769 is wilderness. Claremont has over 24,000 City trees and has been a winner of the National Arbor Day Association's TREE CITY USA award for 31 consecutive years. Claremont's success is not accidental, but the result of a long tradition of creating and encouraging community cooperatives and involvement in civic affairs, which has also worked successfully in the areas of business and economic retention and development. The City of Claremont exemplifies the quality of a model city, and is viewed and respected as a leader in local government. The Claremont Police Department consists of 42 sworn personnel and 28 professional staff positions, with a variety of volunteer programs, such as Reserve Police Officers, Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol, and Police Explorers. The Department provides multiple opportunities for special assignments, such as motorcycle patrol; bicycle patrol; Field Training Officer; regional SWAT team member; School Resource Officer/DARE officer; Detective Bureau, Drug Recognition Expert; Range Master; canine handler; a variety of regional task forces, and the Specialized Services Bureau. Typically, 35% patrol time is free for pro-active patrol. Patrol staff works a 3/12 schedule, and the Detective Bureau works a 4/10 schedule. The Position Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Patrol City in radio-equipped car; answer calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of City, County, and State laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, property crimes against persons, and other criminal incidents. Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate arresting and/or follow-up investigations of offenses. Prepare reports on arrest, traffic violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices, issue citations, and make arrests as necessary. Check buildings for physical security, report traffic hazards to the proper authority, i.e., inoperative street lamps. Arrest, search, fingerprint, photograph, book, and transport prisoners. Direct traffic at special events, fire and other emergency or congested situations. Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public. Serve warrants and subpoenas, file complaints, and perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints. Assist in the performance of special investigative and crime prevention duties as required. Respond to medical emergencies and administer first aid as necessary. Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as assigned. Enforce traffic laws, warn drivers against unlawful practices, issue citations, and make arrests as necessary. Act as Field Training Officer for Police Officer trainees when required. Knowledge of: Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques and equipment, jail operations, police records and reports, and first aid techniques. Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases. Self defense tactics. Interviewing and interrogation techniques. Health and Safety Code, pertaining to controlled substances. Ideal Candidate Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Completion of High School, passing the General Education Development Test or passing the California High School Proficiency Examination. Meet California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) minimum standards. Possession of an Associates degree is desired. Must have completed a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) course. (Academy Graduate) Age: Must be at least 21 years of age. Hearing: Will be good and without defect. Weight: In proportion to height. Vision: Uncorrected eyesight should be 20/100 or better in one eye and at least 20/40 in the other eye; correctable to 20/20 in both eyes; free of significant color vision anomaly(ies) as measured by the Farnsworth D-15 or substantially similar test. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California State Class C driver's license. Probationary period shall be 18-months. Additional Information SELECTION PROCESS All application materials will be thoroughly reviewed and those applicants whose background and experience most closely match the needs of the Police Department will be invited to an oral interview. Those candidates scoring 70% and above on the oral exam will be placed on an eligibility list. Upon establishment of the eligibility list, those invited to begin the background process must immediately turn in the PHS statement. You can find the PHS at: POST PHS Statement An extensive background investigation covering prior employment, personal references, financial history, driving record, criminal history, controlled substance use/abuse, and personal character will be conducted. Successful completion of a medical examination, drug screen test, and psychological evaluation conducted by City designated doctors, and polygraph exam will be required prior to appointment. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The Lateral Police Officer offers a highly competitive salary with an attractive and competitive benefit package as outlined below. The starting salary for this position will be based on the competitive labor market and the successful candidate's qualifications, experience, and salary history. The City of Claremont offers an attractive and competitive benefit package, including: 2% COLA effective 7/1/2024. 3% at 55 PERS retirement (Classic Members) and 2.7% at 57 PERS retirement (New Member) $1,294 a month for medical allowance, with any remaining money deposited into employee's deferred compensation account or taken as taxable income 96 hours - 160 hours vacation based on years of service 120 holiday hours and 40 floating holiday hours Educational Incentive Pay Certificate Pay Longevity Pay Special Duty Pay Bilingual Pay 96 sick hours per year (may bring up to 200 hours of sick leave from current employer) $75,000 life insurance on employee and $10,000 on dependents Employee Assistance Program (EAP) HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates can apply for this position online and obtain additional information at the City of Claremont website www.ci.claremont.ca.us . Recruitment may close after a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The City of Claremont is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process or in the performance of their duties must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging. City of Claremont employees in CPOA are entitled to the following benefits: COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENTS (COLA): 2% effective July 1, 2024 HEALTH, WELFARE, AND SAVINGS BENEFIT: The City shall contribute $1,294 per month towards any offered health plans, two dental plans, and a vision plan. Should the total cost of premiums for benefits selected under the plan exceed the City's monthly contribution, the overage will be paid by the employee via pretax payroll deductions. If an employee has medical, dental, and/or vision through other means, the employee is able to submit proof of other coverage, and will receive the amount as taxable income. HEALTH INSURANCE: The City offers a number of health plans through KeenanInsurance. DENTAL INSURANCE: The City offers a choice of dental plans.One is an indemnity plan, which allows you to go to the dentist of your choice (no orthodontia coverage). The other is a direct service plan, in which you must select and receive care at one of the dental offices or centers provided by the plan (orthodontia coverage). VISION INSURANCE: The City also offers enrollment in a vision plan, which provides vision examination each year and lenses and frames or contact lenses every year. LIFE INSURANCE: Employees receive a life insurance policy of $75,000 for themselves and $10,000 for any dependents they elect to insure. There are also optional insurance programs which can be taken with an employee if they leave City service. FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN (SECTION 125): Claremont offers a flexible benefit plan which allows an employee to pay for certain expenses (child care, unreimbursed medical expenses, and insurance premiums) with pre-tax dollars. VACATION: Employees are entitled to a paid vacation of 96 hours following one year of employment (employees may take their accrued vacation after six months). From the second year of employment until completion of the thirteenth year, employees are entitled to 120 hours of paid vacation. Beginning with the fourteenth year, and every year thereafter, employees are entitled to 160 hours of vacation. A one time, 80-hour longevity leave bonus is given to an employee on their service anniversary date at the 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th, etc. years of service. COMPENSATION FOR OVERTIME: Employees are eligible for either compensatory time or paid overtime if they work over 80 hours per pay period.Employees may accrue up to 120 hours compensatory time. Employees may cash-out up to 40 hours of accumulated compensatory time at their base salary at the time the cash out occurs. Said cash out shall occur on the pay date closest to December 1st of each year. SICK LEAVE: Employees shall accrue eight hours of sick leave per month. New employees may bring with them up to 200 hours of sick leave from their previous agency if their previous employer did not otherwise compensate them. New employees must provide documentation from their previous employer verifying their uncompensated sick leave hours. JURY LEAVE: Employee required to serve on a jury are entitled to their regular compensation for up to 80 hours. When on jury duty, an employee may be assigned to a 5 day, 8 hour work schedule.If filling a non-sworn position, time spent on jury duty shall be counted as time worked when calculating overtime compensation. HOLIDAYS: Employees shall be entitled to the following holidays with pay each calendar year: New Year's Day (January 1) Martin Luther King's Birthday (The third Monday in January) Presidents' Birthday (The third Monday in February) Memorial Day (The last Monday in May) Juneteenth (June 19th) Independence Day (July 4th) Labor Day (The first Monday in September) Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Day (December 25th) Employees shall receive holiday pay equal to the number of hours they are scheduled to work on a holiday or the number of hours actually worked on a holiday, whichever is greater. Those employees normally scheduled off on a holiday will receive holiday pay of eight (8) hours. FLOATING HOLIDAYS: Unit employees shall receive 40 floating holiday hours each calendar year. Unit employees may also accrue additional floating holiday hours during the calendar year in lieu of receiving holiday pay. Such hours shall be accrued at straight time. RETIREMENT: Safety (Sworn) PERS Plan Formula The City shall provide the 3% @ 50 plan for all safety employees enrolled in the PERS plan prior to March 19, 2012. An employee who is hired by the City after March 19, 2012, from another Public Employees' Retirement (PERS) agency or agency with PERS reciprocity, or with a break in service of 6 months or less, shall receive the Second Tier PERS benefit formula of 3% @ 55. A returning Claremont City employee that was enrolled in PERS will receive the PERS benefit formula they received while previously employed with the City, irrespective of the break in service. An employee who is a new enrollment in PERS, is not coming from an agency with PERS reciprocity, or has a break in service greater than 6 months shall be enrolled in the Third Tier PERS benefit formula of 2.7% @ 57. Miscellaneous (Non-Sworn) PERS Plan Formula The City shall provide the 2.5% @ 55 PERS contract option to current miscellaneous employees hired prior to March 19, 2012. An employee who is hired by the City after March 19, 2012, from another Public Employees' Retirement (PERS) agency or agency with PERS reciprocity, or with a break in service 6 months or less, shall receive the Second Tier PERS benefit formula of 2% @ 55. A returning Claremont City employee that was enrolled in PERS will receive the PERS benefit formula they received while previously employed with the City, irrespective of the break in service. An employee who is a new enrollment in PERS, is not coming from an agency with PERS reciprocity, or has a break in service greater than 6 months shall be enrolled in the Third Tier PERS benefit formula of 2% @ 62. Employee PERS Contribution Safety employees hired prior to March 19, 2012 and hired into the Two Tier of 3% @ 55 retirement plan shall contribute 9% towards their PERS member contributions. Safety employees hired in the Third Tier of 2.7% @ 57retirement plan shall currently contribute 13% or 50% of the total normal cost rate, whichever is greater, towards their PERS member contributions. Miscellaneous employees hired prior to March 19, 2012, shall contribute 8% towards their PERS member contributions. An employee receiving the Second Tier PERS Benefit formula of 2% @ 55 shall contribute 7% towards their PERS member contributions. Employees receiving the Third Tier PERS Benefit formula of 2% @ 62 shall contribute 6.5% or 50% of the total normal cost rate, whichever is greater, towards their PERS member contributions. PERS Highest Pension Calculation Compensation Period -The City shall provide the Single Highest One Year Final Compensation Pension calculation benefit to current miscellaneous employees hired prior to March 19, 2012. Employees hired after March 19, 2012 shall receive the Three Year Final Compensation calculation benefit. The City shall provide miscellaneous and safety employees with the following benefits/provisions: Credit for unused sick leave (Government Code Section 20965). 1959 Survivor Benefit (Third Level benefits) DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees have the opportunity to participate in a supplemental retirement savings plan offered through MissionSquare. Through tax-deferred payroll deductions, employees are eligible to deposit funds into their account, up to the maximum allowed by law. Participation in this program: Invests in high-performing funds yielding tax-deferred earnings; Provides a superior tool for retirement planning and savings. Beginning with an employee’s 15th consecutive year of service in CPOA, the City will match up to 1.5% of their base pay, payable into their deferred compensation account. This percentage increases to 2% at the beginning of their 20th year in CPOA. To qualify for the deferred compensation match, an employee must have at least 3 out of 5 years, preceding the eligibility year, of “exceeds expectations” evaluations. On an annual basis, the employee must maintain “exceeds expectations” on their evaluations or lose eligibility for that year. The employee would be eligible for a deferred compensation match once again if they maintain at least 3 out of 5 years of “exceeds expectations” evaluations. 401 (a) PLAN: City employees have opportunity to participate in this tax deferred retirement savings tool. LONG-TERM DISABILITY: The City provides a long-term disability plan.This benefit is in case an employee sustains a non-work-related illness or injury which results in their inability to work for a long period of time. In this event, an employee will receive 66.66% of their base pay after 60 days, and continued payment until they are medically able to return to work, or until they reach the age of 65, whichever comes first (maximum of $8,000 per month). TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Employees may also take advantage of the City's tuition reimbursement program. The amount of reimbursement will be up to $1,500 per fiscal year. Reimbursable items include registration, tuition, text books, and parking. CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP: Employees are eligible for membership in the F & A Federal Credit Union.F & A offers a wide variety of services including checking and savings accounts and all types of loans (automobile, vacation, personal, first and second home mortgages, and more!). EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY: Sworn & Communications Officers are eligible to receive one of the following education pay benefits: AA Degree, 60 semester units, or 90 quarter units: $50 per month Bachelor's Degree, 120 semester units, or 180 quarter: $100 per month Jailers & Community Services Officers are eligible to receive one of the following education pay benefits: AA Degree, 60 semester units, or 90 quarter units: $250 per month Bachelor's Degree, 120 semester units, or 180 quarter units: $350 per month CERTIFICATE PAY: Sworn & Communications Officers are eligible to receive one of the following certifcate pay benefits: P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certifcate: $250 per month P.O.S.T. Advanced Certificate: $350 per month Communications Officers upon completion of P.O.S.T. mandated training: $100 per month Jailers shall receive: Upon completion of STC training: $100 per month COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER ASSIGNMENT PREMIUM: Communications Officer I and Communications Officer II Unit employees will receive $100 per month for matron duty. BILINGUAL PAY: Employees who successfully complete a proficiency exam for Spanish or any other language designated by the City shall receive $100 per month. MOTORCYCLE PAY: Employees regularly assigned or serving as a motorcycle officer shall receive $150 per month. ON CALL COURT PAY: Employees who are required to keep themselves available for immediate court appearances at times when they are not on duty shall receive 2 hours pay for each morning and each afternoon theyare on call. Certified traffic investigation officers placed on-call shall receive 4 hours straight time on-call pay per each week in an on-call status. SHOOTING PAY: Employees required to attend range training during off-duty hours shall be credited with 3 hours of overtime or actual hours worked, whichever is greater. SPECIAL DUTY COMPENSATION/ASSIGNMENT PAY: An employee assigned to a special assignment shall receive $150 per month. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE: All uniformed personnel (Corporals, Officers, Communications Officer I, Communications Officer II, Jailers, Senior Jailer, and Parking Enforcement Officer) shall receive $30 per month allowance for uniform maintenance. All persons assigned to administrative duties (investigations, DARE, training, community relations) shall receive $40 per month. Effective July 1, 2019, all uniformed personnel and administrative duties staff shall be eligible to receive reimbursement of up to $600 per fiscal year for uniform and equipment purchases. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): The City cares about the emotional and physical well-being of its employees and their families and offers a City paid Employee Assistance Program. DIRECT DEPOSIT OF PAYROLL: Employees may authorize the automatic deposit of their paycheck into their checking, savings, or credit union account. Revised: July 2023 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 20, 2024
Full Time
City of Claremont The City of Claremont Police Department is looking for Lateral and Academy Graduate Police Officers that are highly energetic and motivated. He/she will have work ethics and moral standards that are of the highest caliber, to preserve the peace, protect life and property, prevent and detect crimes, and enforce laws and ordinances, while maintaining a positive public service approach toward the community. Located 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles on the lower slopes of the San Gabriel Mountains, Claremont is best known for its tree-lined streets, historic buildings, world renowned colleges, and award-winning school system. Claremont provides the atmosphere of a New England town within comfortable driving distances of major Southern California attractions, sports stadiums, and the Ontario International Airport. Sunset magazine described Claremont in this manner, "College towns like this one may be commonplace on the East Coast, but Claremont, 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, stands out as a singular example in Southern California." Metrolink Rail Authority also named Claremont a Preferred Destination Point. The City has a population of 37,780 people. Within the 14.1 square miles of the city, Claremont has 23 city-owned parks and sports fields, with 1,900 acres of public park land, of which 1,769 is wilderness. Claremont has over 24,000 City trees and has been a winner of the National Arbor Day Association's TREE CITY USA award for 31 consecutive years. Claremont's success is not accidental, but the result of a long tradition of creating and encouraging community cooperatives and involvement in civic affairs, which has also worked successfully in the areas of business and economic retention and development. The City of Claremont exemplifies the quality of a model city, and is viewed and respected as a leader in local government. The Claremont Police Department consists of 42 sworn personnel and 28 professional staff positions, with a variety of volunteer programs, such as Reserve Police Officers, Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol, and Police Explorers. The Department provides multiple opportunities for special assignments, such as motorcycle patrol; bicycle patrol; Field Training Officer; regional SWAT team member; School Resource Officer/DARE officer; Detective Bureau, Drug Recognition Expert; Range Master; canine handler; a variety of regional task forces, and the Specialized Services Bureau. Typically, 35% patrol time is free for pro-active patrol. Patrol staff works a 3/12 schedule, and the Detective Bureau works a 4/10 schedule. The Position Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Patrol City in radio-equipped car; answer calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of City, County, and State laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, property crimes against persons, and other criminal incidents. Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate arresting and/or follow-up investigations of offenses. Prepare reports on arrest, traffic violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices, issue citations, and make arrests as necessary. Check buildings for physical security, report traffic hazards to the proper authority, i.e., inoperative street lamps. Arrest, search, fingerprint, photograph, book, and transport prisoners. Direct traffic at special events, fire and other emergency or congested situations. Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public. Serve warrants and subpoenas, file complaints, and perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints. Assist in the performance of special investigative and crime prevention duties as required. Respond to medical emergencies and administer first aid as necessary. Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as assigned. Enforce traffic laws, warn drivers against unlawful practices, issue citations, and make arrests as necessary. Act as Field Training Officer for Police Officer trainees when required. Knowledge of: Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques and equipment, jail operations, police records and reports, and first aid techniques. Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases. Self defense tactics. Interviewing and interrogation techniques. Health and Safety Code, pertaining to controlled substances. Ideal Candidate Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Completion of High School, passing the General Education Development Test or passing the California High School Proficiency Examination. Meet California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) minimum standards. Possession of an Associates degree is desired. Must have completed a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) course. (Academy Graduate) Age: Must be at least 21 years of age. Hearing: Will be good and without defect. Weight: In proportion to height. Vision: Uncorrected eyesight should be 20/100 or better in one eye and at least 20/40 in the other eye; correctable to 20/20 in both eyes; free of significant color vision anomaly(ies) as measured by the Farnsworth D-15 or substantially similar test. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California State Class C driver's license. Probationary period shall be 18-months. Additional Information SELECTION PROCESS All application materials will be thoroughly reviewed and those applicants whose background and experience most closely match the needs of the Police Department will be invited to an oral interview. Those candidates scoring 70% and above on the oral exam will be placed on an eligibility list. Upon establishment of the eligibility list, those invited to begin the background process must immediately turn in the PHS statement. You can find the PHS at: POST PHS Statement An extensive background investigation covering prior employment, personal references, financial history, driving record, criminal history, controlled substance use/abuse, and personal character will be conducted. Successful completion of a medical examination, drug screen test, and psychological evaluation conducted by City designated doctors, and polygraph exam will be required prior to appointment. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The Lateral Police Officer offers a highly competitive salary with an attractive and competitive benefit package as outlined below. The starting salary for this position will be based on the competitive labor market and the successful candidate's qualifications, experience, and salary history. The City of Claremont offers an attractive and competitive benefit package, including: 2% COLA effective 7/1/2024. 3% at 55 PERS retirement (Classic Members) and 2.7% at 57 PERS retirement (New Member) $1,294 a month for medical allowance, with any remaining money deposited into employee's deferred compensation account or taken as taxable income 96 hours - 160 hours vacation based on years of service 120 holiday hours and 40 floating holiday hours Educational Incentive Pay Certificate Pay Longevity Pay Special Duty Pay Bilingual Pay 96 sick hours per year (may bring up to 200 hours of sick leave from current employer) $75,000 life insurance on employee and $10,000 on dependents Employee Assistance Program (EAP) HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates can apply for this position online and obtain additional information at the City of Claremont website www.ci.claremont.ca.us . Recruitment may close after a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The City of Claremont is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process or in the performance of their duties must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging. City of Claremont employees in CPOA are entitled to the following benefits: COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENTS (COLA): 2% effective July 1, 2024 HEALTH, WELFARE, AND SAVINGS BENEFIT: The City shall contribute $1,294 per month towards any offered health plans, two dental plans, and a vision plan. Should the total cost of premiums for benefits selected under the plan exceed the City's monthly contribution, the overage will be paid by the employee via pretax payroll deductions. If an employee has medical, dental, and/or vision through other means, the employee is able to submit proof of other coverage, and will receive the amount as taxable income. HEALTH INSURANCE: The City offers a number of health plans through KeenanInsurance. DENTAL INSURANCE: The City offers a choice of dental plans.One is an indemnity plan, which allows you to go to the dentist of your choice (no orthodontia coverage). The other is a direct service plan, in which you must select and receive care at one of the dental offices or centers provided by the plan (orthodontia coverage). VISION INSURANCE: The City also offers enrollment in a vision plan, which provides vision examination each year and lenses and frames or contact lenses every year. LIFE INSURANCE: Employees receive a life insurance policy of $75,000 for themselves and $10,000 for any dependents they elect to insure. There are also optional insurance programs which can be taken with an employee if they leave City service. FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN (SECTION 125): Claremont offers a flexible benefit plan which allows an employee to pay for certain expenses (child care, unreimbursed medical expenses, and insurance premiums) with pre-tax dollars. VACATION: Employees are entitled to a paid vacation of 96 hours following one year of employment (employees may take their accrued vacation after six months). From the second year of employment until completion of the thirteenth year, employees are entitled to 120 hours of paid vacation. Beginning with the fourteenth year, and every year thereafter, employees are entitled to 160 hours of vacation. A one time, 80-hour longevity leave bonus is given to an employee on their service anniversary date at the 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th, etc. years of service. COMPENSATION FOR OVERTIME: Employees are eligible for either compensatory time or paid overtime if they work over 80 hours per pay period.Employees may accrue up to 120 hours compensatory time. Employees may cash-out up to 40 hours of accumulated compensatory time at their base salary at the time the cash out occurs. Said cash out shall occur on the pay date closest to December 1st of each year. SICK LEAVE: Employees shall accrue eight hours of sick leave per month. New employees may bring with them up to 200 hours of sick leave from their previous agency if their previous employer did not otherwise compensate them. New employees must provide documentation from their previous employer verifying their uncompensated sick leave hours. JURY LEAVE: Employee required to serve on a jury are entitled to their regular compensation for up to 80 hours. When on jury duty, an employee may be assigned to a 5 day, 8 hour work schedule.If filling a non-sworn position, time spent on jury duty shall be counted as time worked when calculating overtime compensation. HOLIDAYS: Employees shall be entitled to the following holidays with pay each calendar year: New Year's Day (January 1) Martin Luther King's Birthday (The third Monday in January) Presidents' Birthday (The third Monday in February) Memorial Day (The last Monday in May) Juneteenth (June 19th) Independence Day (July 4th) Labor Day (The first Monday in September) Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Day (December 25th) Employees shall receive holiday pay equal to the number of hours they are scheduled to work on a holiday or the number of hours actually worked on a holiday, whichever is greater. Those employees normally scheduled off on a holiday will receive holiday pay of eight (8) hours. FLOATING HOLIDAYS: Unit employees shall receive 40 floating holiday hours each calendar year. Unit employees may also accrue additional floating holiday hours during the calendar year in lieu of receiving holiday pay. Such hours shall be accrued at straight time. RETIREMENT: Safety (Sworn) PERS Plan Formula The City shall provide the 3% @ 50 plan for all safety employees enrolled in the PERS plan prior to March 19, 2012. An employee who is hired by the City after March 19, 2012, from another Public Employees' Retirement (PERS) agency or agency with PERS reciprocity, or with a break in service of 6 months or less, shall receive the Second Tier PERS benefit formula of 3% @ 55. A returning Claremont City employee that was enrolled in PERS will receive the PERS benefit formula they received while previously employed with the City, irrespective of the break in service. An employee who is a new enrollment in PERS, is not coming from an agency with PERS reciprocity, or has a break in service greater than 6 months shall be enrolled in the Third Tier PERS benefit formula of 2.7% @ 57. Miscellaneous (Non-Sworn) PERS Plan Formula The City shall provide the 2.5% @ 55 PERS contract option to current miscellaneous employees hired prior to March 19, 2012. An employee who is hired by the City after March 19, 2012, from another Public Employees' Retirement (PERS) agency or agency with PERS reciprocity, or with a break in service 6 months or less, shall receive the Second Tier PERS benefit formula of 2% @ 55. A returning Claremont City employee that was enrolled in PERS will receive the PERS benefit formula they received while previously employed with the City, irrespective of the break in service. An employee who is a new enrollment in PERS, is not coming from an agency with PERS reciprocity, or has a break in service greater than 6 months shall be enrolled in the Third Tier PERS benefit formula of 2% @ 62. Employee PERS Contribution Safety employees hired prior to March 19, 2012 and hired into the Two Tier of 3% @ 55 retirement plan shall contribute 9% towards their PERS member contributions. Safety employees hired in the Third Tier of 2.7% @ 57retirement plan shall currently contribute 13% or 50% of the total normal cost rate, whichever is greater, towards their PERS member contributions. Miscellaneous employees hired prior to March 19, 2012, shall contribute 8% towards their PERS member contributions. An employee receiving the Second Tier PERS Benefit formula of 2% @ 55 shall contribute 7% towards their PERS member contributions. Employees receiving the Third Tier PERS Benefit formula of 2% @ 62 shall contribute 6.5% or 50% of the total normal cost rate, whichever is greater, towards their PERS member contributions. PERS Highest Pension Calculation Compensation Period -The City shall provide the Single Highest One Year Final Compensation Pension calculation benefit to current miscellaneous employees hired prior to March 19, 2012. Employees hired after March 19, 2012 shall receive the Three Year Final Compensation calculation benefit. The City shall provide miscellaneous and safety employees with the following benefits/provisions: Credit for unused sick leave (Government Code Section 20965). 1959 Survivor Benefit (Third Level benefits) DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees have the opportunity to participate in a supplemental retirement savings plan offered through MissionSquare. Through tax-deferred payroll deductions, employees are eligible to deposit funds into their account, up to the maximum allowed by law. Participation in this program: Invests in high-performing funds yielding tax-deferred earnings; Provides a superior tool for retirement planning and savings. Beginning with an employee’s 15th consecutive year of service in CPOA, the City will match up to 1.5% of their base pay, payable into their deferred compensation account. This percentage increases to 2% at the beginning of their 20th year in CPOA. To qualify for the deferred compensation match, an employee must have at least 3 out of 5 years, preceding the eligibility year, of “exceeds expectations” evaluations. On an annual basis, the employee must maintain “exceeds expectations” on their evaluations or lose eligibility for that year. The employee would be eligible for a deferred compensation match once again if they maintain at least 3 out of 5 years of “exceeds expectations” evaluations. 401 (a) PLAN: City employees have opportunity to participate in this tax deferred retirement savings tool. LONG-TERM DISABILITY: The City provides a long-term disability plan.This benefit is in case an employee sustains a non-work-related illness or injury which results in their inability to work for a long period of time. In this event, an employee will receive 66.66% of their base pay after 60 days, and continued payment until they are medically able to return to work, or until they reach the age of 65, whichever comes first (maximum of $8,000 per month). TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Employees may also take advantage of the City's tuition reimbursement program. The amount of reimbursement will be up to $1,500 per fiscal year. Reimbursable items include registration, tuition, text books, and parking. CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP: Employees are eligible for membership in the F & A Federal Credit Union.F & A offers a wide variety of services including checking and savings accounts and all types of loans (automobile, vacation, personal, first and second home mortgages, and more!). EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY: Sworn & Communications Officers are eligible to receive one of the following education pay benefits: AA Degree, 60 semester units, or 90 quarter units: $50 per month Bachelor's Degree, 120 semester units, or 180 quarter: $100 per month Jailers & Community Services Officers are eligible to receive one of the following education pay benefits: AA Degree, 60 semester units, or 90 quarter units: $250 per month Bachelor's Degree, 120 semester units, or 180 quarter units: $350 per month CERTIFICATE PAY: Sworn & Communications Officers are eligible to receive one of the following certifcate pay benefits: P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certifcate: $250 per month P.O.S.T. Advanced Certificate: $350 per month Communications Officers upon completion of P.O.S.T. mandated training: $100 per month Jailers shall receive: Upon completion of STC training: $100 per month COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER ASSIGNMENT PREMIUM: Communications Officer I and Communications Officer II Unit employees will receive $100 per month for matron duty. BILINGUAL PAY: Employees who successfully complete a proficiency exam for Spanish or any other language designated by the City shall receive $100 per month. MOTORCYCLE PAY: Employees regularly assigned or serving as a motorcycle officer shall receive $150 per month. ON CALL COURT PAY: Employees who are required to keep themselves available for immediate court appearances at times when they are not on duty shall receive 2 hours pay for each morning and each afternoon theyare on call. Certified traffic investigation officers placed on-call shall receive 4 hours straight time on-call pay per each week in an on-call status. SHOOTING PAY: Employees required to attend range training during off-duty hours shall be credited with 3 hours of overtime or actual hours worked, whichever is greater. SPECIAL DUTY COMPENSATION/ASSIGNMENT PAY: An employee assigned to a special assignment shall receive $150 per month. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE: All uniformed personnel (Corporals, Officers, Communications Officer I, Communications Officer II, Jailers, Senior Jailer, and Parking Enforcement Officer) shall receive $30 per month allowance for uniform maintenance. All persons assigned to administrative duties (investigations, DARE, training, community relations) shall receive $40 per month. Effective July 1, 2019, all uniformed personnel and administrative duties staff shall be eligible to receive reimbursement of up to $600 per fiscal year for uniform and equipment purchases. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): The City cares about the emotional and physical well-being of its employees and their families and offers a City paid Employee Assistance Program. DIRECT DEPOSIT OF PAYROLL: Employees may authorize the automatic deposit of their paycheck into their checking, savings, or credit union account. Revised: July 2023 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
State of Nevada
Boulder City, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
State of Nevada
Indian Springs, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42717 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: JOSE VILLA Phone: (702)486-3046 Email: jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Las Vegas. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Jose Villa at jvilla@dps.state.nv.us or Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify). The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Please note some positions require conducting in-state and out of state extraditions. Do you understand this requirement? 2) Some positions require vehicle, airplane and rail travel. Do you understand this requirement? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Announcement Number: 42716 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: KARI HOLCOMB Phone: (775)684-4475 Email: k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Carson City, Reno and rural vacancies. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us or Jose Villa jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42716 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: KARI HOLCOMB Phone: (775)684-4475 Email: k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Carson City, Reno and rural vacancies. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us or Jose Villa jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Announcement Number: 42716 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: KARI HOLCOMB Phone: (775)684-4475 Email: k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Carson City, Reno and rural vacancies. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us or Jose Villa jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 42716 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/06/2023 Recruiter: KARI HOLCOMB Phone: (775)684-4475 Email: k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position DPS Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Incumbents at this level are initially assigned to the Nevada P.O.S.T. academy where they are trained to perform law enforcement duties as well as other course work and physical training intended to provide the knowledge and skills to function as a DPS Officer. The instruction and training are provided in a formal classroom setting and in practical field exercises where Academy staff will review and evaluate each cadet's class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations. Successful completion of the training academy is mandatory for continued employment as a DPS Officer I; therefore, incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon successful completion of the law enforcement academy, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Please read announcement and answer each pre-screening question carefully. This is for entry level candidates interested on working in Carson City, Reno and rural vacancies. Lateral candidates should apply to DPS Officer 2 recruitment. E-mail is the preferred method of communicating with applicants: Kari Holcomb at k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us or Jose Villa jvilla@dps.state.nv.us Sworn Recruiters: Officer Alain Narvaez (775) 431-0131 or Officer Douglas McLarty (702) 379-2623 The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Officers perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety functions within the DPS. Assignments vary widely and incumbents are assigned to various divisions within the department including the Nevada Highway Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office, Investigations, Parole & Probation, and Capitol Police. All positions in this series are trained peace officers in accordance with requirements established by the Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) DPS offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the DPS invites you to apply to become part of our team. We actively seek to diversify our team and to bring more voices to our organization. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (NV P.O.S.T) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. We are more than just a workplace. We are an organization that prides itself on values and the people that we employ. The State of Nevada and DPS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of military service or public contact experience which included problem solving and applying policies to specific situations; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, social work, fire science, or related field and one year of experience as described above; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Incumbents must pass the Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) fitness test and possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential functions of the position as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must meet firearms qualification/certification standards and proficiency requirements as established by agency policy. Special Requirements A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Some positions are subject to call-out or call-back. Some positions require statewide travel. Some positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Position Criteria Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude? For purposes of this application, moral turpitude refers to any conduct that is believed to be contrary to the community standards of honesty, justice, or good moral values. Also, a conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination or been terminated from any civil service employment for substantiated misconduct involving dishonesty? Note: For the purposes of this application, dishonesty includes untruthfulness; deception; misrepresentation; falsification; and dishonesty by admission or omission. Have you been notified that you failed a Department of Public Safety backgrounds process within the past 18 months or twice ever? Have you used any illegal use of a controlled substance within the listed time limits preceding the date of the application: a. Marijuana - Up to the date of application. b. All others, including hallucinogens or experimental drugs, and steroid use - 3 years. This is to include prescribed medication not prescribed to the candidate, schedule I, and II. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them. Do you understand this requirement? Where do you want to take the physical agility test and the written test? Carson City or Las Vegas? Will you be 21 years of age or older within 6 months of application? Must be a citizen of the United States (born in the U.S. or Naturalized Citizen. Lawful permanent resident/Green card does not qualify) How did you hear about this recruitment? A job fair, military job fair, college recruitment, or internet for example. Please list city and approximate date. UNLV job fair for example. The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense, which would be a felony if committed in this state. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances, including marijuana. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a D.U.I. within the last five years, or two D.U.I. convictions in a lifetime. Have you been convicted of any offense above? The Department of Public Safety will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence or documented history of physical violence. Have you been convicted or documented history of any offense above? The Examination 1)A POST Category I Physical fitness exam which consists of a vertical jump of 11.5 inches, Agility Run in 23.4 seconds; 24 sit-ups in 1 minute; 18 push-ups (not timed); a 300 meter-run in 82 seconds; and a 1.5 mile run in 20 minutes and 20 seconds. **Please note Academy Standards are 14 inches vertical jump, 19.5 agility run, 30 sit ups, 23 push-ups, 68 seconds for 300 meter and 16.57 for the 1.5-mile run. 2) Polygraph 3) Extensive background investigation 4) Drug test 5) Physical examination and psychological evaluation Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204