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University Police Officer 2 (Part-Time)

College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 18 May 2026
💰 $80,000/yr

About the role

The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
  • Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at hr.recruitment@csn.edu or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.

Job Description

University Police Department, Southern Command invites applications for University Police Officer 2 (Part-Time), multiple positions open. We appreciate your interest in employment at our growing division. Questions? Please email policerecruitment@unlv.edu.

ROLE of the POSITION

University Police Department is conducting a continuous recruitment for current and future openings for University Police Officer 2 (Part-Time). The following law enforcement credentials are categorized as a University Police Officer 2:

  • Passed a certified police academy and obtained a Category 1 P.O.S.T. certification;

  • Passed field training and;

  • Has obtained permanent status as a Police Officer 1 and 2.

Positions may be assigned to any campus to include the College of Southern Nevada, Desert Research Institute, Nevada State College, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

The University Police Officer 2 will work under general supervision, performing journey level law enforcement duties to include protecting university employees, students, and the general public; patrolling and safeguarding the university system properties and surrounding areas; conducting traffic investigations; conducting criminal and non-criminal investigations; preparing for security and law enforcement activities surrounding special events; preparing for appearances in court; performing maintenance on assigned equipment; performing special assignments related to law enforcement and peace officer functions; and maintaining law and order, among other duties.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Department is a full-service police department comprised of patrol operations, administration, police dispatch and a detective division. Services include a canine program, walking and bicycle patrols, and a pro-active, selective traffic enforcement program and takes a leadership role in preparing the University to respond to large-scale crises and events. The patrol area for Police Services encompasses all Nevada System of Higher Education facilities in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area. For more information, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/police.

TESTING NOTICE

Note to Applicant:  Please be advised that a comprehensive background check will be carried out for the candidate(s) chosen for employment. Additionally, all applicants who are required to

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