Deputy City Marshal & Corrections Officer (Entry-Level)

Career Opportunity

The City of Las Vegas is establishing an eligible list for Corrections Officer and Deputy City Marshal. A single employment application and assessment process will be used for both positions.

Pay Scales & Benefits

Corrections Officer

Entry Pay: $60,077

Top Pay: $94,344

Corrections Benefits

Deputy City Marshal

Entry Pay: $58,912

Top Pay: $94,320

Marshals Benefits

Corrections Shift Differential Pay: 5%

Marshal Shift Differential Pay: Swing 4% Grave 6%

Request a Ride-Along and Discover Community Policing

A great way to find out if policing is for you, is to join one of our Marshals for a shift. To request a ride-along, email our recruitment unit at dpsrecruitment@lasvegasnevada.gov

** Tattoo Policy **

All candidates are prohibited from having tattoos or any other visible markings on their faces or collarbones. The department may make exceptions for hands and neck tattoos upon review and approval

** Beard Grooming Policy **

Officers may grow a beard no longer than one-half inch.

A. TESTING PROCESS (Applicant Status)

PHYSICAL READINESS TEST (Eligible List Placement)

The test for placing candidates on the eligible list will be a Physical Readiness Test. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to test.

The Nevada Administrative Code Section 289.200 sets the physical fitness standards required for a law enforcement recruit. These standards must be achieved to successfully complete an academy. The City of Las Vegas uses these standards to test applicants for sworn officer positions. This is a PASS or FAIL test. Failing any one of the standards is considered a failure for the entire test. (watch video)

City of Las Vegas Testing Standards:

• Vertical Jump (15 inches)
• Agility Run (19.5 seconds)
• Sit-Ups (30 qualifying sit-ups in 60 seconds)
• Push-Ups (23 qualifying push-ups; no time limit; but can rest in up position)
• 300 Meter Run (68 seconds)
• 1.5 Mile Run (16 minutes, 57 seconds)

B. DEPARTMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS (Candidate Status)

Candidates should expect a very competitive background and assessment process (with only a percentage of candidates moving forward at each step).

Typical assessments include:

• Background Investigation
• Polygraph
• Psychological Suitability Assessment
• Medical Fit-for-Duty Examination
• Pre-Academy Physical Readiness Test
• Drug Testing

1. Personal History Statement

Candidate information will be forwarded to the department Background Investigation Unit as they are placed on the list. A link to complete the online Personal History Statement will be sent to candidates after they pass the physical readiness test.

2. Polygraph Information

The polygraph is by invitation only. A polygraph, popularly referred to as a lie detector, measures and records several physiological indices such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and skin conductivity while the candidate is asked and answers a series of questions. If you are scheduled for a polygraph, you will be contacted by our Internal Affairs Division.

3. Psychological Suitability Assessment Information

The Psychological Suitability Assessment is by invitation only and begins with a written psychological assessment. The written assessment typically takes 4-5 hours to complete. Before leaving the test site applicants are scheduled for a 30 minute interview with the psychologist for some time that week. Every effort will be made to schedule the interview the day after the exam for out of state applicants. Applicants should prepare to be flexible with their calendar for the days following the written assessment to accommodate the interview.

4. Academy Selections

Candidates who are selected to take the Psychological Suitability Assessment will be considered for selection by Command Leadership. Academy selections are very competitive and based on candidate overall background evaluations and the number of vacancies at that time.

Candidate Communication

Email will be the primary communication method during the entire recruitment process. It is a good idea to check your emails regularly while you are active in the process, to include checking your spam or trash folders.

Follow the Department on Social Media

Facebook: Las Vegas DPS

X / Twitter: LasVegasDPS

Instagram: LasVegasDPS

LinkedIn: City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Deputy City Marshals perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of state statutes, city ordinances and other city regulations as defined in state statutes and city ordinance on any real property owned, leased or otherwise under the control of the City of Las Vegas. full job description

Our marshals service an area of 140 square miles and more than 130 city facilities, parks and trails. In addition, in September 2023, a new substation opened at 420 E. Fremont St., Suite 150. The substation is jointly operated by the Department of Public Safety, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Fremont Street Experience security.

As sworn officers they may:

• Enforce local and state traffic laws
• Pursue individuals observed committing criminal acts
• Issue citations
• Arrest individuals pursuant to a warrant
• Remove abandoned vehicles
• Serve warrants
• Pursue and arrest felons
• Aid victims of crime
• Secure crime scenes
• Protect other officers and members of the public

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Experience. One year of work experience (does NOT have to be law enforcement). A Bachelor's degree in any field may substitute for the one year of work experience.

Education. High school diploma or equivalent to graduation from high school date of application.

License. Appropriate valid driver's license date of application and maintenance thereafter.

Age. Be at least 21 years of age at the time of job offer.

Citizenship. Be a United States citizen at time of job offer.

Special to this classification pursuant to NAC 289.110

• Have no conviction of a felony in the state of Nevada, or any offense which would be considered a felony if committed in the state of Nevada.
• Have no conviction of any crime for which you were required to register and/or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence including use or attempted use of physical force.
• Have no conviction of unlawful use, sale, or possession of a control substance.

Department Standards

• No convictions with the past 12 months, including DUI.
• Drug use (including marijuana and steroids) may be disqualifying.
• Two or more alcohol related incidents in the past 48 months is disqualifying.
• Suspensions, revocations or cancelations of driver's license within the last three years will be reviewed on an individual basis.
• Separation from any branch of the United States Armed Forces under less than "honorable" conditions, or separation honorably from the Armed Forces for reasons of unsuitability or misconduct is disqualifying.
• Any active warrant at the time of background interview is disqualifying.
• Decertification from any law enforcement agency is disqualifying.
• Termination for cause by another criminal justice agency is disqualifying.
• Any misrepresentations, either intentionally or unintentionally, will be grounds for disqualification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Below is a full job description for each position.

Corrections Officer

Deputy City Marshal