Police Officer - Recruit City of Sparks - 4.1 Sparks, NV Job Details Full-time $33.14 an hour 2 days ago Benefits On-the-job training Qualifications High school diploma or GED Non-CDL Class C 1 year Entry level Full Job Description JOB Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community? Come join the Sparks Police Department! While carrying out the vision to implement innovative strategies to prevent crime, promote excellence in leadership and all employees serve our community with honor, pride and privilege, you will also receive a competitive compensation package, special assignments, continuing education, and promotional opportunities. Not sure if you have what it takes? There are resources for you! Police applicants are required to complete a series of exams as part of the Civil Service Examination process. There are two different exams in the process: a physical abilities exam and a written exam.

Prepare for the

Physical Abilities Exam:

Understand exactly what is on the test. NV POST offers physical fitness programs developed for candidates to assess and improve fitness levels in preparation for the test and academy: https://post.nv.gov/Training/POST_Academy/Physical_Readiness/ Multiple testing opportunities (physical exam only). Candidates who apply and meet the minimum position qualifications will be contacted to schedule a physical abilities test with the police department.

What happens if you fail? Test again! The City of Sparks is now offering multiple testing opportunities. Additional information is provided below.

Prepare for the

Written Exam:

Purchase a low-cost study guide or sample test here: https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/ OR contact your local community college or library for test preparation assistance and aides..Are you ready to take the next step?

If so:

Look at the multiple testing dates below first. Can you make any of those dates work? If so - fill out an online application completely, don't leave any blanks. Unsure about your schedule availability? Send us an email or give us a call with your concerns. It's in your best interest to wait to apply until you know you can make any of the testing dates. If you are unable to complete and successfully pass any portion of the Civil Service Exam by the required deadline or are disqualified, you must wait 365 days to reapply.

Application TipsContact information:

use an email address you can easily access at any time. The Qualifications section below is your guide to understand what the City is looking for on your application, use this to your advantage. It is up to the candidate seeking employment/promotion to include all relevant information for qualification purposes, on the application the candidate submits to be considered for the job.

DO attach: licenses/transcripts/certificates that will demonstrate you meet the education or certification requirements (see qualifications section to determine what documents to attach) or preferred experience/education.

DO NOT attach resumes or cover letters. The City of Sparks does not collect or review these items with the application.

Enable TEXT messaging in your application before you hit submit! This feature will allow the City to send you reminders throughout the process. Civil Service Examination - Physical Abilities Exam & Written ExamCandidates who meet minimum qualifications will be eligible for a series of examinations with the Police Department.

The first exam will be a Physical Abilities Exam. Following application, eligible candidates will be contacted to schedule their test. This is a pass or fail exam. If you pass, you move onto the next series of exams. If you fail, you can retest, but you cannot move forward until you have passed.

Candidates who successfully pass the physical exam will be contacted to schedule the second exam, the written exam. This exam is conducted in an online environment. •List of dates below is tentative•2025 POLICE

OFFICER PHYSICAL EXAM DATES

Saturday, January 4, 2025Wednesday, January 8, 2025Saturday, February 1, 2025Wednesday, February 5, 2025Wednesday, March 5, 2025Saturday, March 15, 20252025 POLICE

OFFICER WRITTEN EXAM

DATESSchedule varies based on candidate availabilityPlease note that there is a capacity limit per test date. Apply as soon as possible to have the best chance to schedule your preferred test date and to move through the process quickly. Scheduling is offered on a first come, first served basis. Applying by the deadline for the next test date does not guarantee you a spot to test if capacity has been reached. Candidates who pass the Civil Service Exam (both sections) will be placed on an eligibility list that will be good for up to one year. The department will call candidates from that list as vacancies arise. Candidates that successfully complete the interview step will move onto the background step. The background process constitutes a comprehensive investigation in which the department runs a State of Nevada and national fingerprint check as well as a Wants/Warrants check to confirm the candidate has no felony or gross misdemeanor arrests without disposition, no felony or gross misdemeanor convictions or to confirm that the applicant is not a fugitive from justice. If you have any questions, please email . The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DESCRIPTIONLearn to perform a variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony; provide information and assistance to the public; this is the first working level class in law enforcement expected to perform all duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace officer situations

DISTINGUISHING

CHARACTERISTICSThis class is entry level. Candidates are expected to attend the Nevada Police Academy and participate in on-the-job training.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications to continue in the recruitment process: State Requirements per NAC 289.110 and NRS 289.510Must be 21 at time of appointment and must be a U.S. Citizen at time of appointment.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Licenses and Certificates:

Must possess at time of application and maintain throughout employment, the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license. Must obtain within six months of hire and maintain throughout employment, a basic Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I certification and firearms qualification.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Human Resources will require prior to the first examination for the position, necessary documentary evidence be submitted for fitness of any qualification. Any requirement not met for the advertised position prior to the first examination for that position, will be cause for Human Resources to decline to examine, certify or hire the applicant.

Recruitment Communication:

Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.

Disclaimer:

The City of Sparks hires and promotes candidates based on a competitive merit selection process, which may include any or all of the following: screening for minimum qualifications, written examinations, supplemental training and experience questionnaires, assessment centers, interviews (oral or written), physical tests or any combination which the Sparks Civil Service Commission may order. Scoring in the top five (5) for promotion or top ten (10) for entry level in any part of the selection process merely advances the applicant to a higher round of examination, which may consist of additional interviews and other evaluations. Scoring in the top five (5) or ten (10) gives no right to be selected for the position. The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position.