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Company Name : City of North Las Vegas
Location : North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Position : Corrections Officer

Job Description : JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs security work overseeing and directing the activities of inmates within the Community Correctional Center and during transport to other facilities, and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs security checks on building and inmates.
Processes intake and release of inmates.
Provides security and transportation of inmates to and from medical facilities, court and work details.
Supervises and maintains order and security during meals, Attorney Visits and recreation of inmates.
Conduct random or selective searches of visitors, inmates, and inmate housing areas for contraband.
Remain alert to possible dangerous or emergency situations taking preventative measures; prevent inmate confrontation, breaks up inmate altercations.
Conducts inventory checks on departmental equipment and inmate property.
Prepares concise and accurate reports and maintains accurate records and files.
Inspect facility for cleanliness and disrepair, ordering repair work as necessary; inventory, tools, and equipment for work details.
Read and write reports and other documents.
May assist in training new personnel as needed.
May serve warrants, summons and subpoenas as directed.
Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum age of 21 at time of application
U.S. Citizen

Equivalency: Any combination of education, training, and experience which produces knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job and related to the essential functions of the position.
Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess a valid state driver’s license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within required time frame.
Must be able to obtain appropriate POST CAT 3 Certification within established time period.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Character above reproach. Must be able to work in a security type environment and manage stressful and potentially dangerous/difficult inmate contact situations.
Visual Acuity: Vision 20/20 in best eye and not worse than 20/30 in worse eye with/without correction. If correction is necessary, uncorrected vision no worse than 20/100 in each eye.
Color Vision: Must recognize 4/6 plates on titmus color vision test.
Hearing: Average hearing 1000/2000/3000 HZ must not exceed 25db. No single reading to exceed 35db at 500/1000/2000/3000/4000HZ. A hearing aid can be accepted with a letter from an audiologist indicating proper fit and level of hearing correction in both ears.
Analyze situations and provide effective action.
Ability to supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Read and interpret complex information.
Defend self and others from combatant individuals.
Qualify with department approved weapons.
Give and comprehend verbal and written instructions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Gather, analyze and evaluate data and provide sound decisions.
Perform manual tasks associated with operating the Correctional Center.
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and communicate clearly.
The City of North Las Vegas is hiring for Corrections Officer
Applicants must complete all three (3) portions of the NTN test which includes Video, Reading, Counting and the PHQ (Personal History Questionnaire)
Applicants must achieve 70% or higher in each section of the exam in order to be considered, but does not guarantee an invitation to proceed in the selection process.
Achieving 70% or higher on each section of the exam, does not guarantee an invitation to proceed in the selection process
Although there have been recent changes to laws regarding the legal possession and consumption of Marijuana, the City of North Las Vegas will continue to adhere to its professional standards and guidelines as it relates to recent and continuous use of the drug

REQUIRED Application Steps:
A Computerized Examination through the National Testing Network (NTN) is REQUIRED and must be completed in order to be considered for an Oral Board. Rules and timelines established by NTN will be followed.

**Note – There is a fee to take the test and must be paid through NTN**

To arrange the NTN Corrections Officer Test:

Go to https://nationaltestingnetwork.com

Search for Jobs and click on Corrections

Scroll down to NEVADA

Check the box next to: North Las Vegas Police Department Community Corrections Center.

Click on the Continue button in the column on the left.
Follow the remaining instructions on the screen to schedule the required test.

Candidates MUST achieve the required minimum scores set by the Department to proceed in the selection process

Only those applicants who meet the qualifications and who have submitted required documentation and testing will be invited to continue in the hiring process as needed.
Passing scores required to proceed to Oral Interview

Oral Board – Pass/Fail – Scheduled by appointment only.

Physical abilities testing – is REQUIRED and will be administered by appointment only

Nevada Post Fitness Testing Standards are as follows:

Vertical Jump 15 inches
Agility Run 20.4 seconds
Push-Ups 20 (no time limit)
300 Meter Run 74 seconds
1.5 mile Run 17:37

Background Investigation Process:

Intensive background check which may include polygraph/CVSA examination
Medical/drug screen exam
Psychological evaluation

All Persons who meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for this position are personally responsible for submitting a completed online application, submitting any qualifying required certificate(s), and for obtaining passing scores on all three of the required NTN Tests and completing the PHQ.

Online applications must specifically indicate how minimum and preferred requirements are met. Please list and/or attach specific required licenses and certifications to show how these requirements are met as applicable. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided therein.

Additional Information

People Group: Police Non Supervisor

Compensation

Grade: POA-45
Minimum Salary: 26.17
Maximum Salary: 39.76
Pay Basis: HOURLY

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