Police Officer - NV POST CAT I Certified or Lateral Police Officers at City of Henderson, NV

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Police Officer - NV POST CAT I Certified or Lateral Police Officers

**YOU MUST CURRENTLY POSSESS A NEVADA POST CATEGORY I CERTIFICATION OR OUT-OF-STATE EQUIVALENT AND BE ABLE TO OBTAIN RECIPROCITY THROUGH THE NEVADA COMMISSION ON POST REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS RECRUITMENT.**

The Henderson Police Department (HPD) is excited to announce a Police Officer CAT I Certified/Lateral Police Officer recruitment. The department is seeking dedicated people of character, courage, conscience, and compassion who are interested in a challenging and rewarding career of service to the citizens and community of Henderson.  

Under general supervision, performs law enforcement duties related to detecting, preventing, and investigating crime and maintaining law and order; and performs related duties as required.

• Starting pay $67,433.60/annually 
• Uniform Allowance: Full year advance of $1200 is paid on the first check, monthly allowance of $100 begins after first year
• Streamlined training/orientation program for experienced officers and those with CAT I Certification 
• Strong support for career development and specialized assignments
• Commitment to community engagement and professional excellence
• HPD will pay for the reciprocity process during the accelerated training/orientation program, for more information on NV POST reciprocity click here
• Click here to be directed to the Join HPD website for FAQs and other useful links.

• Candidates who possess a current CAT I certificate will participate in a 6-7 week accelerated training/orientation program
• Candidates who possess an out-of-state equivalent certificate will participate in an 8-9 week accelerated training/orientation program 

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
  • Retirement Benefits
    • A robust, employer-paid, retirement package through the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). 
    • Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
    • Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans 
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, SSgA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave
• Low cost of living and no state income tax
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
• Henderson is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, known for its vibrant neighborhoods, thriving economy, and commitment to public safety. As a Police Officer in Henderson, you’ll be part of a department that values excellence, teamwork, and transparency.

• Community Impact: Play a key role in creating a safer, more connected community through proactive policing, and community engagement. Click here to see what it's like to live in/visit Henderson.
• Professional Development & Career Growth: Ongoing skill development, opportunities for promotions and specialized assignments and professional development within the department.
• Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with four 10-hour days, overtime opportunities, access to onsite gym equipment during breaks, and additional work-life balance benefits.

If you're ready to take on the challenge and become a part of a team dedicated to serving and protecting the community, we want to hear from you. Apply Today! Join us in making Henderson a safer, stronger place to live and work.

Position Duties

• Currently possess an "active" Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Category I certification; or out-of-state equivalent and must obtain reciprocity through the Nevada Commission on POST requirements
• Graduation from high school or the equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license. Upon hire, possess a Nevada or "border state" driver license under conditions defined by Nevada Revised Statute 483.035
• Must be a U.S. citizen by the time of application
• Must be at least 21 years of age by the completion of the accelerated Henderson Police Department Academy/training program 
• Must have no convictions for offenses greater than a misdemeanor. Must have no convictions for offenses of domestic violence
• Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/40 in one eye and 20/30 in both eyes
• Hearing must be 30 decibels or less for each ear
• Must successfully complete the accelerated Henderson Police Department Academy/training program within the time frame prescribed by the department
• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check
• Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every two years.  Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment

Minimum Qualifications

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:
Step 1: Submit Your Application – Apply by October 27, 2025, to join us for the mid to late February accelerated training/orientation program! 
Step 2: Written Exam – You will receive an email from Human Resources with instructions on how to complete the written exam. This must be completed within 7 days of submitting your application (Additional information about the written exam -click here)
Step 3: Physical Fitness Test – Week of November 3, 2025 (additional dates may be added if needed the week of November 10, 2025)
Step 4: Preliminary Interview (Oral Board) – Conducted via Microsoft Teams after successful completion of Physical Fitness Test - Week of November 3, 2025 (additional dates may be added if needed the week of November 10, 2025)
Step 5: Personal History Questionnaire / Background Interview & Investigation / Polygraph Examination / Fingerprinting - Week of November 3rd through Week of November 24th 
Step 6: Drug Screening / Psychological Examination / Medical & Physical Screening 
Step 7: Employment Offer & Accelerated Training/Orientation Program

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson on-line application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

Other Qualifications

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department in writing, at [email protected] to request such accommodation prior to any assessment.

IMPORTANT:  Appointment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, polygraph examination, medical/physical examination, Psychological examination, drug and alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements of the job. As part of the background investigation, all claims of education and experience made in the employment application process, as well as other information submitted, will be verified.
 
NOTE:  The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Some candidates may be disqualified indefinitely due to the results of their background investigation.