OPENING DATE: 02/16/10

CLOSING DATE: 03/09/10 05:00 PM

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Revised for supplemental questions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school, AND two (2) years of professional full-time experience as a commissioned law enforcement officer, which may include experience as a military or federal police officer or investigator, or experience exercising the powers of a peace officer OR possess a valid State P.O.S.T Category II (or higher) certification at time of hire and agree to satisfactorily complete a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I training program within eighteen (18) months from the date of hire. Some positions may require CPR and first-aid certification. Additional experience in dealing with the public is desirable.

Working Conditions: Wear a uniform as specified. Carry a firearm, chemical agent and meet and maintain applicable certifications. Work with exposure to potentially difficult or dangerous individuals.

Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License. Must possess a valid Nevada P.O.S.T Category II (or higher) certification at time of hire and agree to satisfactorily complete a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I training program within eighteen (18) months from the date of hire. Weapons qualification is required for duty weapon. Failure to satisfactorily complete required training shall be proper cause for termination. Minimum Age: Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at time of appointment pursuant to NAC 289.110 (1)(c)

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Monitors scanning equipment, books, prisoners at the bailiff station, security gate or in court as directed by the court. Maintains procedures to protect the safety of the judge and the court's property; protects all court personnel, attorneys, and visitors in the courts; maintains security of the jury during all phases of the trial. Calls court to order and maintains appropriate decorum in court whenever court is in session. Ensures potential witnesses are separated from jurors prior to and throughout trial. Takes emergency action and/or notifies emergency personnel as the situation warrants; may administer basic first aid or CPR if required. Transports detainees and assists transportation officers in moving detainees to and from the courtroom, holding cells and vehicles. Acts as liaison between the judge, attorneys, courtroom staff and the public in order to ensure the orderly conduct of court business. Opens and locks secured areas and facilities; sets up courtroom for operation. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. May execute warrants of arrest as assigned by the court. May perform general office support work, deliver or pick-up documents and other materials and assist the judge in other ways as instructed. May operate video recording equipment in the courtroom. Patrols and protects all Regional Justice Center or Family Court properties, their perimeters, and other related facilities on foot or by ground transportation. Maintains security and decorum at assigned scanning and security checkpoints in the Regional Justice Center, the Family Court building, or other justice facility. May participate in special enforcement activities and judicial protection operations. May conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations including background investigations. May determine stolen property and find proper ownership. May train team members in various procedures and practices. May prepare a variety of technical, statistical and narrative reports, correspondence and other written materials.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office or court setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Strength to effectively subdue and/or remove persons in difficult or emergency situations. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Yes, I understand that a copy of my Nevada State P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certificate or equivalent valid P.O.S.T. II (or higher) certificate from a qualifying reciprocity state must be submitted prior to the close of this recruitment in order to be eligible for supplemental points. Certificates received after the close of this announcement will not be considered. Copies of P.O.S.T. Certifications may be faxed to 868-2574 or mailed/delivered to Clark County Human Resources, Clark County Government Center at 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, 3rd Floor, Las Vegas, NV 89106. Candidate's name, recruitment title, and exam number must be clearly written on the documents.

Yes, I understand that AT TIME OF HIRE I WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE originals or certified copies of the following documents: