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About the Position RECRUITMENT INFORMATION ONLY Entry Level Law Enforcement Positions If you would like to receive ongoing emails about future recruitment events, click APPLY and complete our contact information page. Applications for the next academy will open on October 1, 2026 Deputy City Marshal Starting Pay: $58,912 / per year Top Pay: $94,319 / per year Job Description & Benefits Shift Differential Pay: Swing 4% and Grave 6% Corrections Officer Starting Pay: $60,077 Top Pay: $94,345 Job Description & Benefits Shift Differential Pay: 5% + Nevada PERS Pension (Employer Paid Agency) + No Social Security Deduction (6.2% stays in your check) + No State Income Tax + Medical, Dental, Vision 1. Beard Grooming Policy Officers may grow a beard no longer than one-half inch

2. Tattoo Policy All candidates are prohibited from having tattoos or any other visible markings on their faces or collarbones. The department may make exceptions for hands and neck tattoos upon review and approval.

3. Ride Along with a Marshal Video A great way to find out if policing is for you, is to join one of our Marshals for a shift. To request a ride-along, email our recruitment unit at dpsrecruitment@lasvegasnevada.gov 4

Department Physical Fitness Sessions One of the first events for each recruitment is the physical readiness test. Physical fitness is an important part of the peace officer job. If you need assistance with preparing for the test, consider joining our Academy Training Staff each Saturday morning for fitness sessions.

Email your interest to dpsrecruitment@lasvegasnevada.gov A. TESTING PROCESS (Applicant Status) PHYSICAL READINESS TEST (Eligible List Placement) The test for placing applicants on the eligible list is the Physical Readiness Test. The department's testing standards are listed below

This is a pass/fail test. We do not have a written exam. Department Physical Test Standards Video Vertical Jump (15 inches) Agility Run (19.5 seconds) Sit-Ups (30 qualifying sit-ups in 60 seconds) Push-Ups (23 qualifying push-ups; no time limit; but can rest in up position) 300 Meter Run (68 seconds) 1.5 Mile Run (16 minutes, 57 seconds) B

DEPARTMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS (Candidate Status) What Happens After The Physical Readiness Test. After passing the test, applicants should expect a very competitive background and assessment process which typically includes the following: Background Investigation Polygraph Psychological Suitability Assessment Medical Fit-for-Duty Examination Drug Testing Fingerprinting Education & Work Experience Verification Pre-Academy Physical Readiness Test Video Library: Police Academy Training Meet the Deputy City Marshals Keeping Our Parks Safe Deputy City Marshal - Ride-a-Long Corrections Officer - Working the Nightshift Correctional Inmate Programs Follow the Department on Social Media: Facebook Las Vegas DPS https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579095531724 Instagram Lasvegasdps https://www.instagram.com/lasvegasdps/ LinkedIn City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety https://www.linkedin.com/company/lasvegasdps Example of Duties Deputy City Marshals perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of state statutes, city ordinances and other city regulations as defined in state statutes and city ordinance on any real property owned, leased or otherwise under the control of the City of Las Vegas. Our marshals service an area of 140 square miles and more than 130 city facilities, parks and trails

In addition, in September 2023, a new substation opened at 420 E. Fremont St., Suite 150. The substation is jointly operated by the Department of Public Safety, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Fremont Street Experience security

As sworn officers they may: Enforce local and state traffic laws Pursue individuals observed committing criminal acts Issue citations Arrest individuals pursuant to a warrant Remove abandoned vehicles Serve warrants Pursue and arrest felons Aid victims of crime Secure crime scenes Protect other officers and members of the public Corrections Officers perform a variety of duties to maintain custody and control of inmates being detained in the City's detention facilities; enforce laws and departmental regulations that apply to detention and corrections. Corrections Officer may: Conduct routine patrol of the detention facility. Enforce inmate rules and apply disciplinary actions.

Supervise inmates during meetings, recreation, mealtimes, visitations, and work assignments. Assist with admission and discharge process. Issue new inmate clothing and supplies.

Conduct visual and physical searches of inmates for contraband. Prepare routine reports and complete logs. Minimum Requirements Experience.

One year of work experience (does NOT have to be law enforcement). A Bachelor's degree in any field may substitute for the one year of work experience. Education.

High school diploma or equivalent to graduation from high school date of application. License. Appropriate valid driver's license date of application and maintenance thereafter.

Age. Be at least 21 years of age at the time of job offer. Citizenship.

Be a United States citizen at time of job offer. Special to this classification pursuant to NAC 289.110 Have no conviction of a felony in the state of Nevada, or any offense which would be considered a felony if committed in the state of Nevada. Have no conviction of any crime for which you were required to register and/or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence including use or attempted use of physical force

Have no conviction of unlawful use, sale, or possession of a control substance. Department Standards No convictions with the past 12 months, including DUI. Drug use (including marijuana and steroids) may be disqualifying.

Two or more alcohol related incidents in the past 48 months is disqualifying. Suspensions, revocations or cancelations of driver's license within the last three years will be reviewed on an individual basis. Separation from any branch of the United States Armed Forces under less than "honorable" conditions, or separation honorably from the Armed Forces for reasons of unsuitability or misconduct is disqualifying.

Any active warrant at the time of background interview is disqualifying. Decertification from any law enforcement agency is disqualifying. Termination for cause by another criminal justice agency is disqualifying.

Any misrepresentations, either intentionally or unintentionally, will be grounds for disqualification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Below is a full job description for each position. Corrections Officer Deputy City Marshal.