State & Federal Government Jobs in the USA
Website State of Nevada
Job Description:
Correctional Officers maintain and supervise inmates in state Correctional facilities in a controlled humane environment. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This position may be at a Maximum-Security Prison.
Job Requirements:
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must pass all phases of orientation training.
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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
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The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within one year of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them.
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to work overtime on short notice, as well as weekends and holidays.
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The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances.
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The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense which would be a felony if committed in this state.
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to be placed on stand-by status if necessary.
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be available to work any post/shift assignment.
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Must be a US citizen and 21 years of age at time of appointment.
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to work variable schedules that may include 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts.
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A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant.
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A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required.
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The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence.
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must possess a valid driver’s license.
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As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to be recalled on short notice, as well as weekends and holidays.
Qualification & Experience:
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High school graduation or equivalent education and two years of work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Details:
Company: State of Nevada
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Job Functions: Information Technology
Job Location: Carson City, NV, US
Application Deadline: N/A
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