Recruitment for part-time police officers is ongoing. University Police Services is always seeking qualified applicants.

University Police Services receives applications for the position of university police part-time officer from both those who desire a career as a police officer as well as current police officers wishing to work part-time at special events that are conducted on campus. Part-time officers are paid while working various special events that are scheduled on university properties throughout the year.

Minimum Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older
• Possesses a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Possesses a valid Nevada driver’s license
• U.S. citizen
• Nevada resident
• No felony convictions
• Current Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I certificate

Hiring Process

Employment with the University Police Services is conditional upon successful completion of the following:

• Physical agility test
• Background investigation
• Polygraph examination
• Medical examination
• Psychological evaluation
• Drug screening test
• Candidate interview
• Any other tests or interviews required by this agency
• Successful completion of high school and/or college (dependent upon position)

**All fees associated with the testing process must be paid by the applicant, with no guarantee of employment or reimbursement.

Minimum Requirements to Maintain Part-Time Officer Status

• Must complete at least 12 hours of in-service training, yearly (paid).
• Must work at least six special events every six months (paid). 
• Tested proficiency in the use of force, arrest and control techniques, and less lethal weapons, yearly. (paid)
• Tested proficiency in firearms, biannual. (paid)

Starting pay: $16-$21 per hour

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