DPS Officer Cadet: Academy Path to Peace Officer

State of Nevada (NV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada Department of Public Safety seeks candidates for DPS Officer Cadets to enter the POST academy and obtain the mandatory certification to perform law enforcement duties as a DPS Officer. Cadets train through classroom instruction and field exercises and are evaluated on coursework, participation, and exams.

Cadets are assigned to POST academy and may advance to a DPS Officer 1 after graduation, with potential restoration rights if conditions apply per NAC regulations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and directions.

Responsibilities

• Cadets are assigned to the Nevada POST academy to receive training.
• Cadets are evaluated on class participation, coursework, assignments, and written performance examinations.
• Cadets perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Job description

The State of Nevada Department of Public Safety seeks candidates for DPS Officer Cadets to enter the POST academy and obtain the mandatory certification to perform law enforcement duties as a DPS Officer. Cadets train through classroom instruction and field exercises and are evaluated on coursework, participation, and exams.

Cadets are assigned to POST academy and may advance to a DPS Officer 1 after graduation, with potential restoration rights if conditions apply per NAC regulations.