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Job Description
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Applications for the next academy will open on October 1, 2026
Deputy City Marshal
Starting Pay: $58,912 / per year
Top Pay: $94,319 / per year
Job Description & Benefits
Shift Differential Pay: Swing 4% and Grave 6%
Corrections Officer
Starting Pay: $60,077
Top Pay: $94,345
Job Description & Benefits
Shift Differential Pay: 5%
+ Nevada PERS Pension (Employer Paid Agency)
+ No Social Security Deduction (6.2% stays in your check)
+ No State Income Tax
+ Medical, Dental, Vision
1. Beard Grooming Policy
Officers may grow a beard no longer than one-half inch.
2. Tattoo Policy
All candidates are prohibited from having tattoos or any other visible markings on their faces or collarbones. The department may make exceptions for hands and neck tattoos upon review and approval.
3. Ride Along with a Marshal Video
A great way to find out if policing is for you, is to join one of our Marshals for a shift. To request a ride-along, email our recruitment unit at [email protected]
4. Department Physical Fitness Sessions
One of the first events for each recruitment is the physical readiness test. Physical fitness is an important part of the peace officer job. If you need assistance with preparing for the test, consider joining our Academy Training Staff each Saturday morning for fitness sessions. Email your interest to [email protected]
A. TESTING PROCESS (Applicant Status)
PHYSICAL READINESS TEST (Eligible List Placement)
The test for placing applicants on the eligible list is the Physical Readiness Test. The department's testing standards are listed below. This is a pass/fail test. We do not have a written exam.
Department Physical Test Standards Video
Vertical Jump (15 inches)
Agility Run (19.5 seconds)
Sit-Ups (30 qualifying sit-ups in 60 seconds)
Push-Ups (23 qualifying push-ups; no time limit; but can rest in up position)
300 Meter Run (68 seconds)
1.5 Mile Run (16 minutes, 57 seconds)
B. DEPARTMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS (Candidate Status)
What Happens After The Physical Readiness Test?
After passing the test, applicants should expect a very competitive background and assessment process which typically includes the following:
Background Investigation
Polygraph
Psychological Suitability Assessment
Medical Fit-for-Duty Examination
Drug Testing
Fingerprinting
Education & Work Experience Verification
Pre-Academy Physical Readiness Test
Video Library:
Police Academy Training
Meet the Deputy City Marshals
Keeping Our Parks Safe
Deputy City Marshal - Ride-a-Long
Corrections Officer - Working the Nightshift
Correctional Inmate Programs
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Deputy City Marshals perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of state statutes, city ordinances and other city regulations as defined in state statutes and city ordinance on any real property owned, leased or otherwise under the control of the City of Las Vegas.
Our marshals service an area of 140 square miles and more than 130 city facilities, parks and trails. In addition, in September 2023, a new substation opened at 420 E. Fremont St., Suite 150. The substation is jointly operated by the Department of Public Safety, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Fremont Street Experience security.
As sworn officers they may:
Enforce local and state traffic laws
Pursue individuals observed committing criminal acts
Issue citations
Arrest individuals pursuant to a warrant
Remove abandoned vehicles
Serve warrants
Pursue and arrest felons
Aid victims of crime
Secure crime scenes
Protect other officers and members of the public
Corrections Officers perform a variety of duties to maintain custody and control of inmates being detained in the City's detention facilities; enforce laws and departmental regulations that apply to detention and corrections.
Corrections Officer may:
- Conduct routine patrol of the detention facility.
- Enforce inmate rules and apply disciplinary actions.
- Supervise inmates during meetings, recreation, mealtimes, visitations, and work assignments.
- Assist with admission and discharge process.
- Issue new inmate clothing and supplies.
- Conduct visual and physical searches of inmates for contraband.
- Prepare routine reports and complete logs.
Experience. One year of work experience (does NOT have to be law enforcement). A Bachelor's degree in any field may substitute for the one year of work experience.
Education. High school diploma or equivalent to graduation from high school date of application.
License. Appropriate valid driver's license date of application and maintenance thereafter.
Age. Be at least 21 years of age at the time of job offer.
Citizenship. Be a United States citizen at time of job offer.
Special to this classification pursuant to NAC 289.110
Have no conviction of a felony in the state of Nevada, or any offense which would be considered a felony if committed in the state of Nevada.
Have no conviction of any crime for which you were required to register and/or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence including use or attempted use of physical force.
Have no conviction of unlawful use, sale, or possession of a control substance.
Department Standards
No convictions with the past 12 months, including DUI.
Drug use (including marijuana and steroids) may be disqualifying.
Two or more alcohol related incidents in the past 48 months is disqualifying.
Suspensions, revocations or cancelations of driver's license within the last three years will be reviewed on an individual basis.
Separation from any branch of the United States Armed Forces under less than "honorable" conditions, or separation honorably from the Armed Forces for reasons of unsuitability or misconduct is disqualifying.
Any active warrant at the time of background interview is disqualifying.
Decertification from any law enforcement agency is disqualifying.
Termination for cause by another criminal justice agency is disqualifying.
Any misrepresentations, either intentionally or unintentionally, will be grounds for disqualification.
Corrections Officer
Deputy City Marshal