Police Officer

Salary: $34.56 - $53.60 Hourly
Location : Henderson, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0269JUN26-P-SS
Department: Police Department (POCO Only)
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 9/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Position Overview
The Henderson Police Department announces the opening of applications for the position of Police Officer. Processing and testing of applicants will occur throughout the year on an ongoing basis.

The department is seeking dedicated people of character, courage, conscience, and compassion who are interested in a challenging and rewarding career of service to the citizens and community of Henderson.


The pool of candidates from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for the classification of Police Officer for up to one (1) year.

Under general supervision, performs law enforcement duties related to detecting, preventing, and investigating crime and maintaining law and order; and performs related duties as required.
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Why Join the Henderson Police Department?

At the City of Henderson, we are committed to building a safer and stronger community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference, ready to face the challenges of law enforcement, and eager to engage with the community in a positive and meaningful way. As a Police Officer with the City of Henderson, you will:

• Community Impact: Play a key role in creating a safer, more connected community through proactive policing, and community engagement.
• Professional Development & Career Growth: Attend comprehensive academy training, ongoing skill development, opportunities for promotions and specialized assignments and professional development within the department.
• Competitive Pay Benefits: Receive , including health insurance, employer-paid enrollment into Nevada PERS, uniform allowance, generous paid time off, low cost of living, no state income tax and much more!
• Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with four 10-hour days,overtime opportunities, access to onsite gym equipment during breaks, and additional work-life balance benefits.
• Competitive Retention Pay : Officers are eligible for retention pay after completing required years of service, with amounts that increase as your career progresses.
• VA Education Benefit: Eligible veterans can utilize their while completing training and advancing their careers with HPD!

Henderson is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, known for its vibrant neighborhoods, thriving economy, and commitment to public safety. As a Police Officer in Henderson, you'll be part of a department that values excellence, teamwork, and transparency.

If you're ready to take on the challenge and become a part of a team dedicated to serving and protecting the community, we want to hear from you.

Apply Today! Join us in making Henderson a safer, stronger place to live and work.
Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license. Upon hire, possess a Nevada or "border state" driver license under conditions defined by Nevada Revised Statute 483.035.
• Must be a U.S. citizen by the time of application.
• Must be at least 20 years of age at the time of application, and age 21 by the start of the academy.
• Must have no convictions for offenses greater than a misdemeanor. Must have no convictions for offenses of domestic violence.
• Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/40 in one eye and 20/30 in both eyes.
• Hearing must be 30 decibels or less for each ear.
• Must successfully complete the Henderson Police Department Academy within the time frame prescribed by the department.
• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check.
• Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every two years. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment.

Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:
Step 1: Submit Your Application - Apply by September 15th, 2026 , to join us for the February 2027 academy!

Step 2: Written Exam - Must be completed within 14 calendar days of receiving invitation to test.

• For additional information about the written exam click here

Step 3: Physical Fitness Test - Candidates invited to the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) will receive an email notice when it is their time to schedule. Scheduling links are sent out to candidates who have passed the written exam (see dates below).


PLEASE NOTE: The Physical Fitness Test (PFT) will only be offered on the dates below. To remain eligible to continue in the selection process, candidates must be available to attend the PFT on one of these dates, as additional testing dates may not be offered.

Physical Fitness Test Dates:
• June: 24th
• July: 8th, 22nd
• August: 1st, 12th, 26th
• September: 12th, 19th, 30th
• October: 7th
* Space is limited, so candidates are encouraged to sign up early!

The requirements to pass the PFT are listed below:
Exercise Event

Requirement

Vertical Jump

11.5 inches

Agility Run

23.4 seconds

Sit-Ups

24 in 60 seconds

Push-Ups

18 (no time limit)

300 Meter Run

82 seconds

1.5 Mile Run/Walk

20 minutes and 20 seconds

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will need to meet the standards shown in the video in accordance with Nevada POST requirements during the academy, the hiring process is based on the requirements listed above.

• Video Demonstration of Physical Fitness Test

Step 4: Preliminary Oral Board Interview - Conducted via Microsoft Teams after successful completion of Physical Fitness Test

Step 5: Background Investigation - IncludesPersonal History Questionnaire / Polygraph Examination / Fingerprinting

Step 6: Command Staff Interview - Candidates who successfully complete backgrounds will be invited for a final interview with HPD Command Staff

Step 7: Conditional Offer - Drug Screening / Psychological Examination / Medical & Physical Screening

Step 8: Employment Offer & Academy -Henderson Police Academy hours are 6am-4pm, Monday - Thursday for approximately 24 weeks
Click the Links Below for Additional Information:

• Written Exam Frequently Asked Questions
• Physical Fitness Test Information
• Video Demonstration of Physical Fitness Test

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson on-line application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

Selection Process
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department in writing, at to request such accommodation prior to any assessment.

IMPORTANT : Appointment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, polygraph examination, medical/physical examination, Psychological examination, drug and alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements of the job . As part of the background investigation, all claims of education and experience made in the employment application process, as well as other information submitted, will be verified.


NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Some candidates may be disqualified indefinitely due to the results of their background investigation.
City of Henderson, Nevada
Police Officers Contract (HPOA)
Benefits Summary
HEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE

• Health Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Employer paid Long Term Disability - Up to 60% of Base Wage, if approved
• Employer paid Term Life Insurance / AD&D - $50,000 or 1X annual salary, whichever is greater
• Employee Assistance Program - 6 Free Visits Per Issue Per Year for Employee and Family Members in the Household, and Access to Work/Life Wellness Resources
• Medicare - Employee and City each pay 1.45%

RETIREMENT

• Employer paid membership in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• No Social Security tax on employee's wages
• Retirement Health Savings (RHS) program
• Service based retiree health insurance premium subsidy after 15 years participating in this program

PAID LEAVE

VACATION

• Employee credited with 20 hours of annual leave at the end of the first six (6) months of employment. After six (6) months, annual leave hours will accrue at 3.33 hours per month (total 40 hours first year of employment)
  • Accrued at 10 hours per month after first year through fifth year;
  • 13.33 hours per month sixth through twelfth year;
  • 16.67 hours per month upon completion of twelfth year and beyond

SICK LEAVE

• Accrued at one shift per month from date of hire

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

• Three (3) days of leave, with pay, per occurrence, to attend funeral for immediate family member; increased to one (1) week if funeral is held 400 miles or more from City of Henderson

HOLIDAYS

• 14 paid holidays per year including September 11th Memorial Holiday
• Two (2) floating holidays per year
• The ability to bank holidays that fall on an employee's regularly scheduled day off

WORK WEEK

• Police Officers: Four-day, 10-hour workday, 40-hour work week
• Corrections Officers: Average 40-hour work week with combination 12-hour days and 8-hour days

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

• The City provides a clothing and personal effects allowance for employees required to wear a uniform

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

• IRC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• IRC 401a Deferred Compensation Plan - new/hire employees only
• IRC125 Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
• Supplemental Insurance: Cancer/Catastrophic Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability, and Hospital Indemnity
• Auto and Home Insurance
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity and Credit Protection
• PerkSpot Employee Discounts Program
• Long Term Care + Life Insurance

NOTE: Benefits subject to change based on future collective bargaining agreement updates, changes to any applicable legislation, and changes to elements of the City's voluntary benefits program
Revised 03/24
01


In accordance with the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act, at this stage of the hiring process applicants are not expected or required to reveal any medical or other disability related information about themselves in response to questions on this form or to any other inquiry made prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment.

• I acknowledge the above statement

02


Have you ever been disqualified by the Henderson Police Department during a background investigation for a position you applied for?

• Yes, I have received a lifetime disqualification letter from the Henderson Police Department based on the results of a background investigation. I understand that I am not eligible to apply for any position with the Henderson Police Department and will not receive further consideration.
• Yes, I received a disqualification letter from the Henderson Police Department based on the results of a background investigation, but the date has passed, and I am now eligible to reapply.
• No, I have never received a disqualification letter from the Henderson Police Department based on the results of a background investigation and I am eligible to apply.

03


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question and have received a disqualification letter from the Henderson Police Department, please name the position you applied for and the date you are eligible to reapply. If you have never received a disqualification letter and answered "No" you may type "n/a."
04


Are you at least 20 years of age?

• Yes
• No

05


Are you a United States citizen?

• Yes
• No

06


What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Vocational, Trade or Technical School Certificate or Diploma
• Associate Degree from an accredited college or university
• 60 or more completed credits from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None of the above

07


Are you currently a City of Henderson employee?

• Yes
• No

08


Have you ever applied for any position with the Henderson Police Department in the past?

• Yes
• No

09


If "Yes" to question 6, please name the position(s) and date(s).
10


Since the age of 18, have you been convicted of a Felony?

• Yes
• No

11


Since the age of 18, have you been convicted of a Gross Misdemeanor?

• Yes
• No

12


Since the age of 18, have you been convicted of a crime involving domestic violence?

• Yes
• No

13


Do you have a conviction for a DUI within the last 7 years?

• Yes
• No

14


How many at-fault traffic accidents have you had in the past three (3) years?

• None
• One
• Two
• Three
• Four or more

15


Have you been terminated from employment, or resigned in lieu of termination, from another law enforcement agency within the past 12 months, prior to successful completion of academy training and/or field training?

• Yes
• No

16


When was the last time you used marijuana or other THC substances (example: edibles), which were not prescribed to you by a health care professional?

• Never
• Within the past 3 months
• More than 3 months

17


When was the last time you used any of the following substances: LSD, PCP, Acid, Angel Dust, Mushrooms, Peyote, Mescaline, Ecstasy, MDMA, Spice, Bath Salts, Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Speed, and/or Crank?

• Never
• Less than 7 years ago
• 7 years ago or longer

18


When was the last time you used any opiates (heroin, opium, morphine, fentanyl, etc.) that were not prescribed to you by a health care provider or that were prescribed to you but were misused by you (example - using in excess of what was prescribed by the health care provider)?

• Never
• Less than 7 years ago
• 7 years ago or longer

19


When was the last time you used any of the following substances: Non-Prescription Steroids, Inhalants - including Glue, Whip-its, Nitrous Oxide (not while in the care of a health care professional), and/or Spray Paint?

• Never
• Less than 5 years ago
• 5 years ago or longer

20


Have you ever sold any illicit drug or controlled substance, with or without profit?

• Yes, I have sold drugs with or without a profit
• No

21


Since the age of 18, have you ever been terminated from employment, or resigned in lieu of termination, for theft, embezzlement, a physical altercation, or fraud?

• Yes
• No

22


Since the age of 18, have you ever physically forced another person to have sexual intercourse or engaged in any sexual behavior with a non-consenting partner?

• Yes
• No

23


Since the age of 18, have you ever had sex with any person under the age of 16 (not a spouse)?

• Yes
• No

24


Do you currently have any tattoos or brands which would be visible while wearing a long-sleeved, collared uniform shirt in the following places? -Head-Face-Throat-Upper neck-HandsException: tattooed wedding band on ring finger or cosmetic tattoos such as eyeliner or eyebrowsPlease note: Bandages, make-up, sports band, etc. are not authorized for tattoo or brand cover-up. All visible tattoos or brands must be completely removed prior to the start of the academy

• Yes, I have tattoos which would be visible while wearing a long-sleeved, collared uniform shirt and am not willing to have them removed
• I have tattoos as described, but I am willing or am in the process of a removal. I understand they must be completely removed prior to the start of the academy
• I do not have any visible tattoos as described

25


If you have any body piercings (other than earrings) on any of the following places: head, face, throat, upper neck, or hands; which would be visible while wearing while wearing a long-sleeved, collared uniform shirt, are you willing to remove them prior to commencing your shift each day?

• Yes, I have piercings as described and I do not wish to remove them
• I have piercings as described but am willing to remove them prior to commencing my shift each day
• I have no piercings as described

26


If you become a Police Officer, you will be faced with life-or-death decisions with little time to think about it first. Are you willing to use force, up to and including deadly force, when it is absolutely necessary in the performance of your duties?

• Yes
• No

27


I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understood the Essential Functions expected of a police officer as stated in this job posting, as well as the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities police officers are expected to attain, and agree that I am willing to perform all of these functions should I be hired for this position.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Essential Functions expected of a police officer as stated in this job posting, and agree that I am willing to perform all of these functions should I be hired for this position
• No

28


I attest that the information contained in these Supplemental Questions is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any inaccurate information will be grounds for immediate disqualification from the selection process.

• Yes, my answers are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge
• No, I cannot attest to the accuracy of this information

29


How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?

• College or Career Fair
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• City of Henderson or JoinHPD website
• Linked-In, Handshake, or other electronic source
• Friend or family member
• Current City of Henderson or HPD employee
• Other

30


If you selected "other" in the previous question, please tell us where you heard about us.
31


This application is for a Police Officer position with the Henderson Police Department. If no vacancies remain for this position, would you be willing to be considered for a Corrections Officer position? If so, please apply for our Corrections Officer position on our career page. Please note, by applying to both, you will not be required to complete any additional assessments.

• Yes, I am willing to be considered for a Corrections Officer position if no Police Officer vacancies remain and have applied in both recruitments
• No, I wish to only be considered for a Police Officer position

Required Question