*This is an excerpt of the full job listing, full details about the "Police Officer Recruit" position is available in the job listing on www.reno.gov/jobs 

Salary

$61,755.20 Annually

Location 

City of Reno, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

755023C

Department

Police

Opening Date

01/01/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

• DESCRIPTION
• BENEFITS
• QUESTIONS

Description

This is an open competitive opportunity for all individuals who meet the minimum qualifications.
This continuous recruitment will establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies.  As applications are received, results will be merged into one eligible list according to final ratings, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Civil Service Commission: Rule VI, Section 11, Continuous Examination.

**Summer 2023 Academy Update**
The Reno Police Department is preparing for a Summer 2023 Academy, anticipated to begin in July 2023. Civil Service will begin pulling applications in January 2023.  To be considered, candidates must complete a City of Reno employment application with all required documentation and have successfully completed the NTN Law Enforcement test with a passing score.  All completed applications received after 11:59 PM on May 31, 2023, will be considered for the January 2024 Academy. Please check back for updates as they are posted.

The Reno Police Department employs the best of our community. Successful candidates demonstrate the ability to live and work within our Reno Police Department CORE values. These CORE values are the heart of our Department: SERVICE, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, and FAIRNESS.
 

This is the entry level classification for Police Officer. Recruits will participate in a 22 week Police Academy. Upon graduation from the Academy, Recruits will become Police Officers with a starting annual salary of $65,000.
 

Examples of Essential Functions

Specific to Police Recruit

• Attends the Law Enforcement Academy ("Academy") designated by the Police Department.
• Conforms to the rules of conduct as outlined in the Academy's Recruit Manual, Department Policy and City of Reno Policy.
• Completes written reports and makes oral presentations as required by the Academy.
• Participates in the Academy training, and completes and passes all academic tests as prescribed by the Academy, to include any quizzes, mid-term and final exams.
• Participates in physical fitness training and passes the physical fitness standards test as prescribed by the Academy and the Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training rules.
• Participates in Defensive Tactics training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test.
• Participates in Firearms training and obtains a passing qualification score for each firearm.
• Participates in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test.
• Completes First Aid and CPR training and obtains a passing score on a final written exam.
• Participates in Force on Force training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test.

Specific to Police Officer

• Patrols assigned areas on foot, in a patrol car, on a motorcycle or other means of transportation; checks stores, businesses, houses and other premises for burglary and other disturbances; investigates any suspicious conditions.
• Makes arrests for violation of laws or ordinances; escorts prisoners to incarceration and may register and book prisoners.
• Makes initial and supplementary investigation of crimes in areas such as personal violence, theft, checks intelligence, juvenile and others; investigates cases involving missing persons, lost children and runaways; interviews witnesses and complainants.
• Click here for a complete list of essential job functions related to the Police Officer Classification.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications must be met by applicant at the time of application:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent such as a GED
• A citizen of the United States of America
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• At least 20 years of age

Additional Screening:
A background investigation will be conducted in order to verify the accuracy and completeness of statements contained on the application and to obtain information relative to predicting successful performance as a Police Recruit/Officer. Those individuals whose rank places them in the range to be certified to the department will be provided with a background information packet. This initial packet must be completed within the time period specified by the Reno Police Department.
 

In addition, eligible candidates selected for hire from the certified list for Police Department positions will be required to submit to a polygraph examination, medical, visual, psychological and drug screening at the City's expense. These processes will be conducted by a licensed polygrapher, physician, and clinical psychologist. The screening components will be used to evaluate a candidate's capability to safely perform the related physical and mental demands of the job.
 

The Reno Police Department Recruiting Division is available to answer questions related to on the job activities or training requirements by emailing recruiter@reno.gov.
 

Evaluation Standards:
 An individual may not be appointed to the duties of a peace officer if they have:

• Been convicted of a felony in this state or any offense which would be a felony if committed in this state.
• Been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude or the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance.
• A documented history of physical violence.

***Bilingual individuals are strongly encouraged to apply***

When does this recruitment close?
This recruitment is continuous, meaning we will continue to take applications and will not have a closing date. Please note: There will be specific deadlines in which applications will need to be submitted in order to be considered for an upcoming scheduled academy. Monitor the job posting for all updates as to when the next round of hiring is expected.

When should I submit my application?
Your first step in this process should be to schedule and take your written exam through the National Testing Network (NTN). Your scores will be accessible to us after you complete the City of Reno employment application, so you do not need to worry about sending them to us.
 

Once you have completed the NTN test, you must apply at Reno.gov/jobs for the position of Police Officer Recruit. Please ensure that you check "yes" on your application that you have taken the NTN test.
 

When is the next scheduled academy?
The Reno Police Department is preparing for a Summer 2023 Academy, anticipated to begin in July 2023. Civil Service will begin pulling applications in January 2023.  To be considered, candidates must complete a City of Reno employment application with all required documentation and have successfully completed the NTN Law Enforcement test with a passing score.  All completed applications received after 11:59 PM on May 31, 2023, will be considered for the January 2024 Academy.

Other Important Information
Employee/Veteran Preference (In the event of tie scores)
In the event of tie scores resulting from an open competitive examination, employees will be provided a rank preference in the following order: employees with established veteran status shall be given the first preference, non-veteran employees second preference and non-employee veterans third preference. A candidate who desires to claim veteran's preference must, at the time of application, submit documentation of honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at time of application.

Contact Officer Hunter Mercurio:

775-437-0043

recruiter@Reno.Gov

Reno, Nevada, 89505 

Websitehttp://www.reno.gov/jobs  

*This is an excerpt of the full job listing, full details about the "Police Officer Recruit" position is available in the job listing on www.reno.gov/jobs