Corrections Officer - Community Safety & Career Growth

City of Henderson, Nevada; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Nevada PERS enrollment

Uniform allowance

Generous paid time off

Retention pay

Job summary

The Henderson Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer. The role involves overseeing inmates in the Detention Center and during transport, under general supervision.

Candidates must meet strict entrance criteria and complete the Henderson Police Department Academy. Benefits include health insurance, Nevada PERS enrollment, uniform allowance, generous paid time off, and retention pay eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen at time of application.
• Must be at least 20 years of age at time of application (21 by academy start).
• No convictions for offenses greater than a misdemeanor or domestic violence.
• Vision must be correctable to 20/40 in one eye and 20/30 in both eyes.
• Hearing must be 30 decibels or less for each ear.
• Must complete HPD Academy within the prescribed time frame.
• Must pass fingerprint-based background check and NCIC/NCJIS clearance.
• Must complete NCIC/NCJIS certifications within six months of hire and maintain.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs the activities of inmates within the Detention Center and during transport.
• Performs security duties related to inmate movement and care.
• Ensures safety, order, and security in confinement and during transfer of inmates.

Skills

Communication

Integrity

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NCIC/NCJIS system

Job description

The Henderson Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer. The role involves overseeing inmates in the Detention Center and during transport, under general supervision.

Candidates must meet strict entrance criteria and complete the Henderson Police Department Academy. Benefits include health insurance, Nevada PERS enrollment, uniform allowance, generous paid time off, and retention pay eligibility.