Deputy City Marshal & Corrections Officer (Entry-Level)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : City of Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26SEP0000-O
Department: Department of Public Safety
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: 12/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: NA

About the Position
Entry Level Law-Enforcement

Corrections Officer / Deputy City Marshal
No Written Test
Dates for Physical Readiness Testing

October 22, 2026

November 19, 2026

January 7, 2027

Physical Fitness Preparation Sessions

Join our Academy Training Team for Saturday Workouts!

Fitness / Networking / Learning

Send interest email to dpsrecruitment@lasvegasnevada.gov
Career Opportunity
The City of Las Vegas is establishing an eligible list for Corrections Officer and Deputy City Marshal. A single employment application and assessment process will be used for both positions.

Deputy City Marshal
Entry Pay: $63,570
Top Pay: $101,768
Shift Differential Pay: Swing 4% Grave 6%
Correction OfficerEntry Pay: $60,077
Top Pay: $94,344
Shift Differential Pay: 5%

Request a Ride-Along and Discover Community Policing
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 dpsrecruitment@lasvegasnevada.gov
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

Beard Grooming Policy
Officers may grow a beard no longer than one-half inch.

A. Testing Process (Applicant Status)

Physical Readiness Test (Eligible List Placement)
The test for placing candidates on the eligible list will be a Physical Readiness Test.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to test.

The Nevada Administrative Code Section 289.200 sets the physical fitness standards required for a law enforcement recruit. These standards must be achieved to successfully complete an academy. The City of Las Vegas uses these standards to test applicants for sworn officer positions. This is a PASS or FAIL test. Failing any one of the standards is considered a failure for the entire test. (Watch the Physical Readiness Video.)

City of Las Vegas Testing Standards:

• 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)

Candidates should expect a very competitive background and assessment process (with only a percentage of candidates moving forward at each step).

Typical assessments include:

• Background Investigation
• Polygraph
• Psychological Suitability Assessment
• Medical Fit-for-Duty Examination
• Pre-Academy Physical Readiness Test
• Drug Testing

1. Personal History Statement
Candidate information will be forwarded to the department Background Investigation Unit as they are placed on the list. A link to complete the online Personal History Statement will be sent to candidates after they pass the physical readiness test.

2. Polygraph Information
The polygraph is by invitation only. A polygraph, popularly referred to as a lie detector, measures and records several physiological indices such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and skin conductivity while the candidate is asked and answers a series of questions. If you are scheduled for a polygraph, you will be contacted by our Internal Affairs Division.

3. Psychological Suitability Assessment Information
The Psychological Suitability Assessmentis by invitation only and begins with a written psychological assessment. The written assessment typically takes 4-5 hours to complete. Before leaving the test site applicants are scheduled for a 30 minute interview with the psychologist for some time that week. Every effort will be made to schedule the interview the day after the exam for out of state applicants. Applicants should prepare to be flexible with their calendar for the days following the written assessment to accommodate the interview.

4. Academy Selections
Candidates who are selected to take the Psychological Suitability Assessment will be considered for selection by Command Leadership. Academy selections are very competitive and based on candidate overall background evaluations and the number of vacancies at that time.

Candidate Communication
Email will be the primary communication method during the entire recruitment process. It is a good idea to check your emails regularly while you are active in the process, to include checking your spam or trash folders.

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Example of Duties

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. Read full job description for Deputy City Marshal.

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

Deputy City Marshal Video Library
Policing Iconic Fremont Street Video (4:02)
K-9 Unit Video (1:51)
Flex Team Video(7:09)
Fremont Street Substation Video (0:30)
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.Read full job description for Corrections Officer.
Las Vegas Detention Center Video (7:09)

Inmate Programs Video (4:38)
Minimum Requirements
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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Below is a full job description for each position.
This job classification is not eligible for benefits.
01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None

02

Do you have at least one year of general work experience? Does not have to be in law enforcement.

• Yes
• No

03

AGE: Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes (skip question 2)
• No (answer question 2)

04

AGE: If you are not 21 years of age, what is your date of birth?
05

CITIZENSHIP: Are you a citizen of the United States?

• Yes
• No (disqualifying)

06

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY in the state of Nevada, or any offense which would be a FELONY if committed in the state of Nevada? (NAC 289.110)

• Yes (disqualifying)
• No

07

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of any crime for which you were required to register and/or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence including the use or attempted use of physical force? (NAC 289.110)

• Yes (disqualifying)
• No

08

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of unlawful use, sale, or possession of a controlled substance? (NAC 289.110)

• Yes (disqualifying)
• No

09

Although NOT required, please indicate if you are Nevada POST (Category I or III) certified.

• Yes, CAT i
• Yes, CAT III
• Yes, both I and III
• No certifications

Required Question