Law Enforcement Support Technician (LEST) - Laughlin bei Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, NV
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, NV · Laughlin, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Laughlin
About the Department
***This posting is specifically for the Law Enforcement Support Technician position in Laughlin, Nevada. ***
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.
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.
Incumbents are NOT required to reside in Laughlin and there is NO RESIDENT PAY for this position.
Definition
To perform a variety of technical and clerical duties related to area of assignment; and to perform other duties as required.
Click here to view a complete copy of the class specification, including environmental and physical conditions.
Definition
To perform a variety of technical and clerical duties related to area of assignment; and to perform other duties as required.
Click here to view a complete copy of the class specification, including environmental and physical conditions.
Position Duties
Training, Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America by the date of the first test instrument.
- Be at least 18 years old by the date of the first test instrument.
Best Candidates Will Have
- One year of work experience.
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.
- 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 patches, except 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.
- Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
- Demonstrate a typing speed sufficient for successful job performance.
- Place of Residence: LVMPD policy states all employees must have their primary place of residence within the state of Nevada, with the exception of Laughlin employees, currently residing in Mojave County.
- Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for sitting and standing for extended periods of time; stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, pulling; and for operating computers and other office equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
Application Filing
Applications must be submitted online and received by the posted closing date and time. 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.
Applications must be submitted online and received by the posted closing date and time. 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 https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/lvmpd.
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. If you have not received your notification by 3:00 pm PST on Thursday, October 16, 2025, it is your responsibility to confirm your eligibility to test for this position by contacting the OHR representative listed below in the Inquiries Section.
Exam Dates*
Exam #1: Written Exam (Weighted 50%) – Thursday, October 30, 2025
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. If you have not received your notification by 3:00 pm PST on Thursday, October 16, 2025, it is your responsibility to confirm your eligibility to test for this position by contacting the OHR representative listed below in the Inquiries Section.
Exam Dates*
Exam #1: Written Exam (Weighted 50%) – Thursday, October 30, 2025
Exam #2: Oral Board Exam (Weighted 50%) – Beginning Tuesday, November 4, 2025
The Written Exam and Oral Board Exam will be administered in person at the LVMPD Laughlin Substation in Laughlin, NV.
*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 DD Form 214 (Member-2 or 4) or Statement/Proof of Service to your application showing 181 days of active duty in good standing. We are no longer accepting hard copies at the time of your Oral Board. For more information on Veteran's Preference Points, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on the employment page at https://www.protectthecity.com/applicants/apply-now/frequently-asked-questions.
Helpful Tools
A Study Guide is available to assist candidates in preparing for the above selection process. Use the following link to access the Study Guide: https://www.protectthecity.com/applicants/written-and-oral-board-preparation.
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 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 DD Form 214 (Member-2 or 4) or Statement/Proof of Service to your application showing 181 days of active duty in good standing. We are no longer accepting hard copies at the time of your Oral Board. For more information on Veteran's Preference Points, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on the employment page at https://www.protectthecity.com/applicants/apply-now/frequently-asked-questions.
Helpful Tools
A Study Guide is available to assist candidates in preparing for the above selection process. Use the following link to access the Study Guide: https://www.protectthecity.com/applicants/written-and-oral-board-preparation.
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 https://youtu.be/LpAUnwRbT9o for a quick video or https://www.protectthecity.com/applicants/employment-standards/background-investigation for specific information.
Other Qualifications
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 www.protectthecity.com for additional information pertaining to the LVMPD and its hiring process.
Inquiries
Questions regarding this selection process may be directed to:
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- Shanell Moss, Staff Specialist, [email protected], 702-828-3008
- Martha Casper, Human Resources Technician, [email protected], 702-828-3986
If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact Staff Specialist Shanell Moss at [email protected] or 702-828-3008.
