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NORTH LAS VEGAS POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER
2332 LAS VEGAS BLVD.
NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA 89030

http://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com

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Updated: May 16, 2024

Classification: Entry Level

The City of North Las Vegas is hiring for Corrections Officer.
Testing on NTN will be open continuously until further notice. Testing results will be pulled periodically by the City as vacancies occur.
Applicants must complete all three (3) portions of the NTN test which includes Video, Reading, Counting and the PHQ (Personal History Questionnaire)
Applicants must achieve 70% or higher in each section of the exam in order to be considered, but does not guarantee an invitation to proceed in the selection process.
Achieving 70% or higher on each section of the exam, does not guarantee an invitation to proceed in the selection process
Applicants MUST complete 100% of the required testing and PHQ prior to the closing date on the active job posting on the City of North Las Vegas website
Although there have been recent changes to laws regarding the legal possession and consumption of Marijuana, the City of North Las Vegas will continue to adhere to its professional standards and guidelines as it relates to recent and continuous use of the drug

Salary Information: $26.17/HR - $39.76/HR

Benefit Information:

The City’s comprehensive benefit package includes:

City paid Retirement Plan (Nevada PERS)
Cost sharing Medical/Dental/Vision (Employee and dependent coverage)
City paid Life Insurance (Plus limited dependent coverage)
12 hour shifts
Thirteen paid holidays
Bilingual proficiency compensation, tuition assistance, and education incentive pay
Annual and Sick leave benefits
Paid academy training, uniform allowance, supplied uniforms and certain equipment
Deferred Compensation Plan (457)
Flexible Spending Account (125c)

North Las Vegas is a member of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) and the City pays 100% of the employee's contribution to the PERS retirement plan. As a result, employees do not pay any Social Security tax but do have a Medicare deduction. The State of Nevada does not have a state income tax.

City Information: The City of North Las Vegas is a full-service municipality, providing recreational amenities, police and fire protection and water service. It operates under a CouncilManager form of government, comprised of a Mayor and four Council members.

The City of North Las Vegas stretches across the northern rim of Las Vegas Valley. The City, which was incorporated in 1946, encompasses 104 square-miles within Clark County in Southern Nevada. Since 2000, the City's population has grown by 91.3 percent, making it home to about 252,000 residents. North Las Vegas is the third-largest city in Nevada. The City embraces its' diversity, living up to its' motto of being "Your Community of Choice."

Job Requirements

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, performs security work overseeing and directing the activities of inmates within the Community Correctional Center and during transport to other facilities, and performs related duties as required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs security checks on building and inmates.

Processes intake and release of inmates.

Provides security and transportation of inmates to and from medical facilities, court and work details.

Supervises and maintains order and security during meals, Attorney Visits and recreation of inmates.

Conduct random or selective searches of visitors, inmates, and inmate housing areas for contraband.

Remain alert to possible dangerous or emergency situations taking preventative measures; prevent inmate confrontation, breaks up inmate altercations.

Conducts inventory checks on departmental equipment and inmate property.

Prepares concise and accurate reports and maintains accurate records and files.

Inspect facility for cleanliness and disrepair, ordering repair work as necessary; inventory, tools, and equipment for work details.

Read and write reports and other documents.

May assist in training new personnel as needed.

May serve warrants, summons and subpoenas as directed.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum age of 21 at time of application

U.S. Citizen

Equivalency: Any combination of education, training, and experience which produces knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job and related to the essential functions of the position.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within required time frame.

Must be able to obtain appropriate POST CAT 3 Certification within established time period.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Character above reproach. Must be able to work in a security type environment and manage stressful and potentially dangerous/difficult inmate contact situations.

Visual Acuity: Vision 20/20 in best eye and not worse than 20/30 in worse eye with/without correction. If correction is necessary, uncorrected vision no worse than 20/100 in each eye.

Color Vision: Must recognize 4/6 plates on titmus color vision test.

Hearing: Average hearing 1000/2000/3000 HZ must not exceed 25db. No single reading to exceed 35db at 500/1000/2000/3000/4000HZ. A hearing aid can be accepted with a letter from an audiologist indicating proper fit and level of hearing correction in both ears.

Analyze situations and provide effective action.

Ability to supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Read and interpret complex information.

Defend self and others from combatant individuals.

Qualify with department approved weapons.

Give and comprehend verbal and written instructions.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Gather, analyze and evaluate data and provide sound decisions.

Perform manual tasks associated with operating the Correctional Center.

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and communicate clearly.

REQUIRED Application Steps:
A Computerized Examination through the National Testing Network (NTN) is REQUIRED and must be completed in order to be considered for an Oral Board. Rules and timelines established by NTN will be followed

**Note – There is a fee to take the test and must be paid through NTN**

To arrange the NTN Corrections Officer Test:
1. Go to https://nationaltestingnetwork.com
2. Search for Jobs and click on Corrections
3. Scroll down to NEVADA
4. Check the box next to: North Las Vegas Police Department Community Corrections Center.
5. Click on the Continue button in the column on the left.
6. Follow the remaining instructions on the screen to schedule the required test.
7. Candidates MUST achieve the required minimum scores set by the Department to proceed in the selection process

Only those applicants who meet the qualifications and who have submitted required documentation and testing will be invited to continue in the hiring process as needed.

Passing scores required to proceed to Oral Interview

Oral Board – Pass/Fail – Scheduled by appointment only.
Physical abilities testing - is REQUIRED and will be administered by appointment only

Nevada Post Fitness Testing Standards are as follows:

Vertical Jump 15 inches
Agility Run 20.4 seconds
Push-Ups 20 (no time limit)
300 Meter Run 74 seconds
1.5 mile Run 17:37

Background Investigation Process:

Intensive background check which may include polygraph/CVSA examination

Medical/drug screen exam

Psychological evaluation

All Persons who meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for this position are personally responsible for submitting a completed online application, submitting any qualifying required certificate(s), and for obtaining passing scores on all three of the required NTN Tests and completing the PHQ.

Online applications must specifically indicate how minimum and preferred requirements are met. Please list and/or attach specific required licenses and certifications to show how these requirements are met as applicable. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided therein.

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors :
Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers

Any felony conviction

Any domestic violence conviction

Gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

Driving Disqualifiers
Two or more DUI convictions

Must be able to work any shift or days of the week and work in a security type environment and manage stressful and potentially dangerous/difficult contact situations.

Employees must be neat and clean in their appearance in public, whether in or out of uniform. Therefore, applicants with visible tattoos, brandings, and/or body piercings in areas of the body which cannot be covered by the appropriate dress required of this position will be disqualified, if they are not removed by the date of their background interview. Such markings may not be concealed using make-up or bandages. Further, tattoos or brandings anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, or violence, or contain sexually explicitly material are prohibited. Applicants with gauged earlobes will also be disqualified if not corrected by their background interview.

The North Las Vegas Community Correctional Center eligibility list shall not exceed 12 months from the date the list of eligible applicants is obtained from NTN by the North Las Vegas Community Correctional Center.
Veterans Hiring Preference – Any applicant who has been honorably discharged from the military and has achieved 70% or higher on each section of the exam will be given five additional points. The five additional points will be added to the applicant’s final score at the conclusion of all testing. Proof of DD form 214 will be required.
North Las Vegas Resident Preference – Any applicant who is a resident of North Las Vegas and has achieved 70% or higher on each section of the exam will be given five additional points. The five additional points will be added to the applicant’s final score at the conclusion of all testing. Proof of residency will be required.

Applicants can receive either the Veterans Preference Points or the North Las Vegas Resident Preference Points, but not both for a maximum preference point total of five points.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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