Deputy Sheriff Recruit

National Police; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County Sheriff's Office is seeking candidates for an entry-level deputy trainee position to begin training in the agency's approved law enforcement academy. Under supervision, you will receive instruction and participate in exercises designed to simulate situations encountered by deputies, preparing you for frontline duties.

Selected applicants will complete the academy and progress into deputy assignments, with ongoing training and career development opportunities as part of a dedicated

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizenship required at time of application.
• Must be 21 years of age within six months of application.
• Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Nevada Class C driver's license required at appointment and for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, receives instruction in the Washoe County Sheriff's Office approved law enforcement academy.
• Participates in training exercises designed to simulate situations encountered by a deputy.
• Performs related work as required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Salary: $54,579.20 – $73,736.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Under immediate supervision, receives instruction in assigned curriculum of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office approved law enforcement academy and participates in training exercises designed to simulate situations encountered by a Washoe County Sheriff's Deputy, and performs related work as required.

Requirements:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate.
• Must be a United States Citizen at time of application.
• Must be 21 years of age within six months of application.
• Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• A valid Nevada Class C driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and for continued employment in this classification.