Entry Level Police Cadet Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $45,364.80 - $67,163.20 Annually
Location : Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: C26-004 September
Division: Professional Standards Division
Bureau: Organizational Development Bureau
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 9/1/2026 3:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Police Protective Association, Civilian Employees
Position Type: Open Competitive
Ranked vs. Pool: Ranked
The LVMPD is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.
Position Description
***Note: This posting is for applicants who are at least 18 years of age and have NOT reached their 20th birthday by the date of the first test instrument as listed in this posting. If you are at least 20 years and 6 months of age, please apply for Corrections Recruit and/or Police Recruit. ***
BEFORE APPLYING, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL DATES TO COMPLETE THE ENTIRE TESTING PROCESS.
Salary Information*
The salary for this position is negotiated through a collective bargaining agreement. All new employees will be hired at the minimum salary in the range and will be eligible for merit increases until reaching the maximum salary in the range.
Starting Annual Cadet Salary:
$45,364.80
6 months after start of employment (4% merit increase):
$47,195.20
12 months after start of employment (4% merit increase):
$49,067.20
24 months after start of employment (4% merit increase):
$51,043.20
*The above figures do not include future Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA), Public Employee Retirement System (NVPERS), or collective bargaining agreement changes.
DEFINITION
Incumbents attend, participate, and successfully complete the Cadet Academy and perform entry level work of routine difficulty in the Patrol and Detention Services Divisions of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Click here to view a complete copy of the class specification, including environmental and physical conditions.
Minimum Qualifications/Position-Specific Conditions
Training, Education and Experience

• No experience is required.
• Possession of a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). (Must be eligible to receive High School Diploma by July 1 of the year in which testing).
• Must possess a valid Nevada driver license at time of appointment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and cannot have reached his/her 20th birthday by the date of the first test instrument.

Special To This Classification
Since appointment to Cadet culminates in placement in the LVMPD Police or Corrections Academy, Cadet candidates must:

1. Be a Citizen of the United States by the date of the first exam for the position.
2. Not be prohibited from possessing a firearm pursuant to any law, including NRS 202.360 or 18 U.S. Code § 921-922.
3. Must meet all minimum standards for appointment to perform duties of a peace officer under NAC 289.110.

Conditions of Employment
In addition to the General Conditions of Employment, found here, the following specific conditions of employment and physical conditions apply to this position.

1. Personal Appearance: While on duty, and/or representing the Department, uniformed or otherwise, all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles or jewelry on or through the nose, tongue, eyebrow or other exposed body part, except the ears for females, while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or "gauging" their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patchesexcept for hands, neck, head, or face tattoos. Makeup is not permissible to cover a tattoo. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.
2. Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
3. Maintain physical fitness to meet all required physical standards for Cadet throughout the duration of the academy.
4. Obey the laws of the State of Nevada, the County of Clark, and the City of Las Vegas.
5. Successfully complete Cadet academy training.
6. Wear a uniform and maintain a neat and clean appearance.
7. Purchase their own equipment required for this position.
8. Purchase a vest upon graduation from academy.
9. Participate in the Department's random drug screening process.
10. Maintain a valid Nevada driver license.
11. Upon academy graduation, work any hours, days, or shifts, including holidays and weekends, as assigned and be subject to call-back or overtime requirements, if necessary, for effective operations of a 24/7 facility.
12. Qualify under Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to work in a detention facility.
13. Comply with NRS 617.454, NRS 617.455, and NAC 441A.370, including undergoing, within 14 days upon transfer to a corrections facility, an annual tuberculosis testing/screening, and every 12 months thereafter. Individuals who are past positive testers are required to provide medical documentation of testing/treatment records.
14. All physical and mental conditions sufficient to meet all standards required for successful completion of the entire Cadet academy training, including engaging in defensive tactics.
15. Vision sufficient to read the computer screen, as well as fine print in documents.
16. Hearing sufficient to hear, discriminate, localize, and respond accordingly to a variety of speech and environmental sounds in a variety of situations, including face-to-face communications, telephone conversations, or radio communications, in accordance with Department standards.
17. Dexterity and mobility sufficient to perform the following: operate standard police and office equipment; operate motorized vehicles; climb stairs; sprint from one location to another during code response and run for an extended period of time.
18. Agility sufficient to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach forward, jump, and reach overhead.
19. Strength sufficient to subdue and restrain resistant persons and drag, lift, or carry persons or objects.
20. Endurance sufficient to perform the following: sit at personal computer terminals or in a vehicle for extended periods of time; stand and move around while working indoors or outdoors; wear a mask or other protection equipment for extended periods of time.
21. Alertness sufficient to be aware of surroundings at all times.

Selection Process
Application Filing
Applications must be submitted online and received by the posted closing date and time (PST). Decisions on an applicant's qualifications for this position will be made solely on the information contained in the application and therefore, should be filled out in its entirety.
To determine your status after submitting an employment application, you may access your account by going to
Application Screening (Pass/Fail)
Applications will be reviewed to determine those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. These qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the remainder of the testing process set forth below. Applicants will be notified of the results of the screening process via email by 4:00 pm (PST) on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 It is your responsibility to confirm your eligibility to test for this position by contacting the OHR representative listed below in the Inquiries Section.
***We are now offering online testing for the Written Exam***
NOTE: All qualified candidates will receive more information via email AFTER the posting closes that will include information on how to select the online Written Exam option. It is very important to read that email and all following emails very carefully. Anyone who selects the Online Written Exam will still need to take the Fitness Exam in-person on one of the below listed Fitness Exam dates.
OPTION #1:
Exam Dates*
Exam #1: Online Written Exam (Weighted 100%) - More information will be provided after the posting closes.
Exam #2: Fitness Exam (Pass/Fail) - See dates below
OPTION #2:
Exam Dates*
Exam #1: Written Exam (Weighted 100%) - Saturday, September 12, 2026
Exam #2: Fitness Exam (Pass/Fail) - Saturday, September 12, 2026
OPTION #3:
Exam Dates*
Exam #1: Written Exam (Weighted 100%) - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Exam #2: Fitness Exam (Pass/Fail) - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
*All candidates requiring both exams must come prepared to complete both the Written and Fitness Exams on the date listed above.
*The LVMPD reserves the right to modify the selection processes and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
**Due to security reasons, personal belongings permitted in the testing facility will be limited. Items such as large backpacks, briefcases, duffle bags or similar items may not be allowed. Those items permitted will be left to the discretion of the LVMPD employees administering the examination and may be subject to a search.
***If you believe you are eligible for Veteran's Preference Points and want to be considered for them, you MUST attach your DD214, Member-2 or 4 or Statement/Proof of Service to your application showing 181 days of active duty, good standing and/or honorable discharge. This is the ONLY time your proof of military service will be accepted. For more information on Veteran's Preference Points, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on the employment page at
Helpful Tools
A Study Guide is available to assist candidates in preparing for the above selection process. Click here to access the Study Guide.
Additional Selection Processes
If you successfully complete the above selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph exam. A polygraph examination can be stressful and may affect existing medical or psychological conditions or ongoing treatment. Candidates are encouraged to consult with their personal physicians to discuss whether the polygraph will affect a condition or treatment and then follow the guidance of their medical professional.
The background investigation takes approximately 90 to 120 days to complete. You must also meet the LVMPD Hiring Standards. LVMPD employees participate in the Department's random drug screening process. For more information on the background process, click for a quick video or for specific information.
Additional Information
Please visit the FAQs available on our employment site for a listing of the LVMPD's open competitive selection and employment policies, and other pertinent information. Please visit for additional information pertaining to the LVMPD and its hiring process.
Inquiries
Questions regarding this selection process may be directed to:

• LVMPD Recruiters, 702-828-5787,
• Anne Belize Dayan, Human Resources Technician, 702-828-4096,
• Kriza Dagdag, Analyst,

If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact Kriza Dagdag at
Vision: The vision of LVMPD is for the Las Vegas community to be the safest community in America. This vision is realized by injecting humanity into every interaction and building trust with the citizens we serve.
Mission: The mission of the LVMPD is to provide exceptional police services in partnership with the community. Prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of employees enables our department to perform at exceptional levels and build meaningful relationships with community members.
Values: The acronym "I CARE" is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD member. This acronym represents the values of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors, demonstrated by the actions of members, as they live these values. All members are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off-duty.
EEO: The LVMPD is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex,