Job Description
DPS Officer 1 North The Department of Public Safety seeks individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and have a strong commitment to integrity and professionalism. DPS Officer 1s are trainees that use their academy training as a foundation to acquire the remaining knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform law enforcement duties as DPS Officer 2. You will progress to the next level upon meeting minimum qualifications, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and receiving a recommendation from your appointing authority. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list for current and future DPS Officer positions in Carson City, Reno, Battle Mountain, Beatty, Eureka, Fallon, Fernley, Lovelock, Hawthorne, Orovada, Pioche, Wells, Winnemucca, Yerington, and Ely. Examination Process: Candidates that meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position will be invited to enter the examination process as follows: 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 the 300 meter run, and 16.57 minutes for the 1.5-mile run. Polygraph Extensive background investigation Pre-employment drug screening per NAC 284.4066 Medical Exam Psychological Exam * Please see nevadastatepolice.com for more information about the hiring process to include FAQs. This recruitment is for candidates who possess CAT 1 POST certification, but do not have one full year of law enforcement experience. Candidates needing P.O.S.T. certification and academy training are encouraged to apply for our DP