What are the responsibilities and job description for the Municipal Court Marshal position at City of Henderson?
This is an open and continuous recruitment which will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days and close without notice once a sufficient pool of highly-qualified candidates has been created.
First Review of Applicants will take place July 20, 2026
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list for the classification of Municipal Court Marshal in the Municipal Court. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.
Under general supervision, performs law enforcement functions associated with the operations of the City of Henderson Municipal Court to include the protection of individuals accessing the Court, building perimeter protection/security, courtroom security/functions, and field services; and performs related duties as required.
The ideal candidate for this position, would have experience in Field Services i.e., serving warrants, transportation, and/or have experience in Municipal Courts.
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- Graduation from high school or the equivalent
- One (1) year of experience as a full-time commissioned law enforcement officer, excluding Law Enforcement Academy Training time
- Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
- Must possess a current Nevada Peace Officer Standard Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I certificate at the time of appointment
- According to NAC 289.110: A person may not be appointed to perform duties of a peace officer if he or she has: been convicted of a felony in this state or of 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; or a documented history of physical violence
- Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license as defined by NRS 483
- Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check
- Must possess and maintain Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certifications
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Current Nevada POST Category I Certificate*
*Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (future dates to be determined as needed)
(Best-Qualified Candidates)
All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
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 online 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.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
Application and Selection Process:
STEP # 1 - Submit Employment Application
STEP # 2 - Best Qualified Candidates to Structured Selection Interview
Must Pass Step #2 and be selected before moving forward to Step #3
STEP # 3 - Background Investigation
STEP # 4 - Polygraph
STEP # 5 - Psychological Suitability Assessment
STEP # 6 - Medical Fit-for-Duty Examination
STEP # 7 - Drug Test / Education & Employment Verification / FingerprintingThe 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 (preferably in writing) at the time of application.
Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
IMPORTANT: Appointment is subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation, polygraph examination, medical/physical examination, and drug/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.
Salary : $31 - $50