Salary : $63,053.16 - $93,334.08 Annually

Location : Las Vegas, NV

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: C24-099

Division: Business Technology and Support Division

Bureau: Radio Systems Bureau

Opening Date: 02/28/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: Police Protective Association, Civilian Employees

The LVMPD is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Position Description

Salary Information:
The salary for this position is negotiated through a collective bargaining agreement. All new employees will be hired at the minimum salary in the range and will be eligible for merit increases until reaching the maximum salary in the range.

DefinitionIncumbents troubleshoot and maintain radio system networks; install, integrate, maintain, and repair police, and emergency equipment and associated components.

Minimum Qualifications/Position-Specific Conditions

Training, Education and Experience

Three years of increasingly responsible experience troubleshooting, installing, repairing and maintaining advanced radio communications equipment, preferably in a public safety or military environment.
Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Nevada Driver License.
Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America by the date of the first test instrument.
Be at least 18 years old by the date of the first test instrument.

Best Candidates Will Have

More than three years of experience in radio frequency communications.
Experience in radio repeater sites to include solar, batteries and generators.
Experience in communication networks and associated sub-systems.
Experience in mobile and portable radios.
A valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License.

Conditions of Employment

In addition to the General Conditions of Employment, found , the following specific conditions of employment and physical conditions apply to this position.

Personal Appearance: While on duty, and/or representing the Department, uniformed or otherwise, all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles or jewelry on or through the nose, tongue, eyebrow or other exposed body part, except the ears for females, while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or "gauging" their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patches. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.
Obtain a valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License OR FCC Technician-Class Amateur Radio License within 12 months from date of hire.
Maintain a valid, appropriate Nevada driver license.
Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
Physical conditions
- Vision sufficient to read computer screens, fine prints in documents, and distinguishing fine details on electronic boards as well as color-coded cables.
- Hearing sufficient to hear conversations and directions in person and over the telephone or radio.
- Dexterity and mobility sufficient to operate standard office equipment, mechanical and electrical equipment, and tools; operate motorized vehicles and climb towers.
- Agility sufficient to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead.
- Strength and mobility sufficient to lift, move and carry moderately heavy mechanical and electrical parts and equipment with or without aid of equipment.
- Endurance sufficient to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time to complete assigned tasks; stand and move around while working indoors, outdoors or within confined spaces; and/or to wear required safety equipment.

Selection Process

Application Filing
Applications must be submitted online. Decisions on an applicant's qualifications for this position will be made solely on the information contained in the application and therefore, should be filled out in its entirety.

To determine your status after submitting an employment application, you may access your account by going to

Application Screening (Pass/Fail)
Applications will be reviewed to determine those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. These qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the remainder of the testing process set forth below. Applicants will be notified of the results of the screening process via email. If you have not received your notification by one week before the next exam dates, it is your responsibility to confirm your eligibility to test for this position by contacting the OHR representative listed below in the Inquiries Section.

Exam Dates*
Exam #1: Written Exam (Weighted 55%) - Varies, by appointment
Exam #2: Oral Board (Weighted 45%) - Varies, by appointment

Anticipated Exam Dates (subject to change):

March 20, 2024
April 17, 2024
June 5, 2024
July 10, 2024
August 14, 2024
September 18, 2024
October 16, 2024
November 13, 2024

*The LVMPD reserves the right to modify the selection processes and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

**Due to security reasons, personal belongings permitted in the testing facility will be limited. Items such as large backpacks, briefcases, duffle bags or similar items may not be allowed. Those items permitted will be left to the discretion of the LVMPD employees administering the examination and may be subject to a search.

***If you believe you are eligible for Veteran's Preference Points and want to be considered for them, you MUST attach your DD Form 214 (Member-2 or -4) or Statement/Proof of Service to your application showing 181 days of active duty in good standing. We are no longer accepting hard copies at the time of your Oral Board. For more information on Veteran's Preference Points, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on the employment page at

Helpful Tools

The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual - ISBN-13: 978-1625950826 (available on Amazon)
ARRL Study Guide Questions and
ARRL: Teaching and Study Aids

Additional Selection Processes

If you successfully complete the above selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph exam. A polygraph examination can be stressful and may affect existing medical or psychological conditions or ongoing treatment. Candidates are encouraged to consult with their personal physicians to discuss whether the polygraph will affect a condition or treatment and then follow the guidance of their medical professional.

The background investigation takes approximately 90 to 120 days to complete. You must also meet the LVMPD Hiring Standards. LVMPD employees participate in the Department's random drug screening process. For more information on the background process, click for a quick video or for specific information.

Additional Information

Please visit the FAQs available on our employment site for a listing of the LVMPD's open competitive selection and employment policies, and other pertinent information. Please visit for additional information pertaining to the LVMPD and its hiring process.

Inquiries

Questions regarding this selection process may be directed to:

Hannah Newman, Human Resources Technician, (702) 828-4126,
Christina Munoz Vyse, Staff Specialist,

If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact Christina Munoz Vyse at

Vision: The vision of LVMPD is for the Las Vegas community to be the safest community in America. This vision is realized by injecting humanity into every interaction and building trust with the citizens we serve.

Mission: The mission of the LVMPD is to provide exceptional police services in partnership with the community. Prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of employees enables our department to perform at exceptional levels and build meaningful relationships with community members.

Values: The acronym "I CARE" is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD member. This acronym represents thevalues of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors, demonstrated by the actions of members, as they live these values. All members are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off-duty.

EEO: The LVMPD is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, military service,or political affiliation and shall be based on merit and fitness only.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

jobs@lvmpd.com

LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Benefits are effective July 1, 2023, are based
upon an 80 hour pay period in a paid status, and are subject to change.

COMPENSATION

ASSIGNMENT DIFFERENTIAL: Specific assignments may qualify for assignment differential pay.

EDUCATION INCENTIVE : Civilian employees possessing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master Degree from an accredited college or university will receive a designated amount per pay period based on degree.

OVERTIME PAY / COMPENSATORY TIME : Employees who work overtime have the option of being paid at 1-1/2 times their hourly rate or receiving 1-1/2 hours of compensatory time. Compensatory time may not accumulate beyond 60 hours.

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL : Employees will receive an additional 4% shift pay for working a swing shift or a graveyard shift. After completing initial probation, employees working a graveyard shift encompassing the hours of midnight to 5:00 a.m. will receive an additional 2% shift pay.

LANGUAGE PAY : Qualified employees may receive Language Pay each pay period.

UNIFORMS: The Department furnishes, maintains, and cleans all uniforms for those personnel required to wear uniforms, with the exception of footgear.

TAXES :
State/City - Nevada has no state tax or city income tax.
Social Security - Employees enrolled in PERS pay no social security.
Medicare - Medicare is deducted at the rate of 1.45%.

WORKING HOURS : Employees work 80 hours bi-weekly. Depending upon the area of assignment, employees work an 8-hour, a 9-hour, a 10-hour, or a 12-hour shift per day.

LEAVE AND HOLIDAYS

ANNUAL VACATION LEAVE : Employees begin accruing vacation leave immediately at the following rates:

1 - 14 years of service:4.62 hours per pay period (3 weeks per year)
15 - 19 years of service:6.15 hours per pay period (4 weeks per year)
20 + years of service:7.68 hours per pay period (5 weeks per year)

Vacation leave may be used after 6 months of continuous service.

On December 31st of each year, employees may carry over a portion of accrued leave, based upon their years of service.

Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued vacation if they have completed six months of continuous service.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Employees may take bereavement leave for members of their immediate family. This leave can be deducted from any available accrued leave.

BONUS LEAVE : If an employee uses the equivalent of 3 days or less of sick leave, (including Family Leave), within an employment year, (the year beginning with the date of hire), s/he will receive 3 shifts of bonus leave. The shifts will be based on his/her regular work schedule at the time of accrual. The accrued balance may not exceed 280 hours. Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued bonus leave.

PERSONAL HOLIDAY : At the start of each fiscal year (July 1st), civilian employees receive three floating holidays. Employees must use these days by June 30th of each fiscal year or they will be forfeited. Employees must have completed 6 months of continuous service to be eligible to use floating holidays. Floating holidays must be taken as full days, and have no cash-out value.

HOLIDAYS : Employees receive 13 paid holidays per year. A holiday compensation plan is in place for employees who work on a holiday, or when a holiday falls on an employee's regular day off. In June and December of each year, employees may choose holiday straight time pay or holiday leave accrual as a holiday compensation option.

SICK LEAVE : Employees begin accruing sick leave immediately at the rate of 4 hours per pay period (104 hours per year), with no accrual limit. Sick leave may be used as it is accrued. Employees must have ten years of continuous service before being eligible to receive a portion of their sick leave balance upon separation from the Department.

BENEFITS

HEALTH/VISION/DENTAL INSURANCE : Employees are eligible for benefits on the first month after 15 calendar days of employment. LVMPD pays 100% of the employee's coverage and a portion of family coverage. Deductions for family coverage will be deducted on a pre-tax basis. The plan includes coverage for major medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death.

POLICE EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (PEAP) : PEAP is an LVMPD counseling and referral service for employees and their families to help those who are experiencing personal or job-related problems. This service is provided at no cost to the employee.

RETIREMENT : Employees are members of the State of Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as an employer paid agency. Employees are vested upon completion of 5 years in the retirement system.

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE AND CAFETERIA PLANS : Various plans are available to employees, such as:

Deferred Compensation (457b):Employees may elect to make pre-tax and/or contributions of their income into an approved deferred compensation qualified plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts:Employees may elect to make pre-tax contributions to a flexible spending account, to be used for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent day care expenses.
Supplemental Insurance:Supplemental insurance policies are also available, such as short term disability, cancer insurance, and accident insurance.Deductions for these policies are made on an after tax basis.
LVMPD Group Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and In Line of Duty Death recompense at $25,000 each

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BEST CANDIDATE: Do you have a valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License?

02

AGE (CIVILIAN): Will you be 18 years old by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

03

CITIZENSHIP (CIVILIAN): Are you a US citizen, or will you be a US citizen through naturalization or permanent resident alien of the United States without conditions on status by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

04

HIGH SCHOOL/GED: Will you possess a High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), General Education Diploma (GED), or a homeschooling education equivalent to a complete high school education, by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

05

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

06

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving domestic violence?

07

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of 2 or more Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges?

08

BACKGROUND: Have you ever had a warrant issued for your arrest?

Currently
Not currently, but within the last 5 years
Not currently, but more than 5 years ago
Never

09

BACKGROUND: I acknowledge that LVMPD does not allow the use of THC/marijuana products, and any use of those products after the date of this application could be a disqualifier for employment.

10

BACKGROUND: When was the last time you used any of the following substances: Cocaine, Ecstasy (aka MDMA, mollies), Opiates without a prescription (heroin, opium, morphine, etc.), Meth, Inhalants (glue, paint, gasoline, nitrous oxide/whippets, etc.), Bath salts, Non prescription steroids, and/or Spice?

Never
Within the last year
Between 1 and 2 years ago
Between 2 and 3 years ago
Between 3 and 5 years ago
Greater than 5 years ago

11

BACKGROUND: Are you currently behind on child support?

Yes
No
I am not legally obligated to pay child support.

12

BACKGROUND: How many at-fault accidents or moving violations have you been cited for in the past 3 years?

0 - 1
2 - 3
4 - 5
6 or more

13

PERSONAL APPEARANCE: If you possess gauged earlobes or any body piercings (excluding earlobe earrings) on any of the following places: head, upper neck, hand, fingers or anywhere else that cannot be covered by the appropriate dress required for this position, do you agree to have them removed and/or corrected prior to your background interview?

I agree to have them removed and corrected.
I do NOT agree to have them removed and corrected.
I do not have gauges or body piercings.

14

DEPARTMENT STATUS: Are you a current LVMPD employee, either full-time or part-time?

15

DEPARTMENT STATUS: If you are a current LVMPD employee, are you aware you will be subject to a full background investigation? This investigation may include a polygraph and psychological evaluation. In the event it is determined that you are or have been untruthful (in this background investigation or any previous background investigation) or have otherwise been found to have engaged in other misconduct, you may be subject to discipline up to termination (If not a current employee, please answer "N/A")?

16

PREVIOUS TESTING: Have you previously tested for any position with the LVMPD?

17

MILITARY: In order to be considered for Veteran's Preference Points, you must attach your DD 214, Member-2 or 4 or Statement/Proof of Service to your application. The document must show 181 days of active duty in good standing.

I have attached the form
Not applicable (N/A)

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CONDITIONS (OPEN COMPETITIVE): I hereby acknowledge the condition(s) of employment and physical conditions for this position as stated in this job posting, as well as the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and General Conditions of Employment available on this site, and if selected, I will accept the position offer subject to these condition(s). I also understand I will be disqualified from the selection process for violating any of these conditions.

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Cheating includes, but is not limited to, receiving or providing answers or test questions to another candidate/employee, sharing confidential information regarding a testing process or elements of a test, and/or falsifying or omitting information on an application or any element used for evaluation for employment/promotion. Do you understand that if you are discovered cheating during this process, you will be disqualified from this and any other employment opportunities with the LVMPD, and that if you are a current employee of the LVMPD, you will be terminated?

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ATTESTATION: 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.

Required Question