The University Police Department is actively recruiting experienced, lateral, out-of-state, military and recently retired law enforcement officers for multiple University Police Officer 2 positions serving UNLV and the Nevada System of Higher Education. If you are looking to continue your law enforcement career in a professional, community-focused environment with a more balanced workload and exceptional quality of life, we encourage you to apply. This is an opportunity to serve in a full-service, Category I law enforcement agency while working in a dynamic university setting that prioritizes safety, collaboration, and proactive policing. Questions? Please contact policerecruitment@unlv.edu.
Make a lateral move that improves your quality of life:
We welcome applicants from outside Nevada and provide a clear pathway for transition:
As a University Police Officer 2, you will perform full-service law enforcement duties including:
This role offers the opportunity to work in a proactive, service-oriented policing model with a strong emphasis on visibility, prevention, and relationship-building.
University Police Department, Southern Command, is a fully accredited, full-service law enforcement agency serving:
The department includes:
Officers serve a vibrant and diverse community across an 800-square-mile service area supporting over 80,000 students, faculty, and staff.
Salary range: $82,393.48 (Grade 40, Step 1) - $123,651.36 (Grade 40, Step 10)
In addition, you'll receive:
We are seeking experienced officers who:
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of law enforcement experience; OR Associate of Arts degree or equivalent coursework in criminal justice, police science, psychology, or closely related field and six months of law enforcement experience; OR one year of experience as a University Police Officer I in Nevada State service. (See Special Requirements and Informational Note)
* Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
* A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
* Applicants may be subjected to psychological testing which may include polygraph testing
* Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code.
This position requires that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran's status. Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience. Any education (including high school) and work experience must be clearly documented. Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete.
UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.
The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv
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