Ability to work alone, without direct supervision.
Stand unassisted for long periods of time.
Assist in giving medical attention to those that require it
(Certified in CPR, defibrillator, and first aid).
Notify UPD of all emergency situations including fire alarms,
fights, disturbances, medical emergencies, etc.
Relay knowledge of emergency situations to responding police
units
Provide walking safety escorts as directed or requested.
Assist with unlocks for students or employees that are locked
out of a space for which they are authorized access.
Collect Found Property and properly secure or release it.
Provide assistance to other Campus Departments (i.e. Special
Events, Vendor access to Facilities, etc.).
Complete walking foot patrol of Buildings and Grounds, checking
for safety and security concerns.
Submit work orders for issues observed to need repair (i.e.
Lights that are out, damaged property, etc.).
Assist with checks of emergency call boxes.
Assist with "jump starts" for disabled vehicles.
Respond to other non-confrontational calls for service as
directed.
Engage with community members and participate in community
outreach events.
Observe, report and check on the welfare of individuals.
Complete Information Reports for property intake, or for
incidents as requested.
Immediately report any injury sustained while on duty.
Perform other duties as assigned by a Supervisor or Superior
Officers.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years
of experience in public contact work which included applying and
implementing rules, regulations or established policies. (See
Special Requirements)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all 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.
- Some positions required working on evening, weekends, and/or
holidays.
- A valid driver's license is required at time of appointment and
as a condition of continuing employment.
- Some positions require certification in CPR at time of
appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
- Some positions require first aid certification at time of
appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Excellent management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, problem solve, and the ability to
maintain confidentiality.
NOTE TO APPLICANT
- 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.
SALARY
Grade 27, Step 1, salary $47,126.16. "Step" means the number
assigned by the Division of Human Resource Management to identify a
specific rate of pay within a grade. Per Nevada Administrative Code
(NAC 284.170), salaries for initial appointments for classified
positions typically begin at Step 1.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV
- Generous compensation packages, separate paid time off for
annual and sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and
vision
- No state income tax
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits
programs
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE)
schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and
dependents
PERKS
HOW TO APPLY
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.
Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is
incomplete.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Materials should be
addressed to CSO Search Committee and must be submitted through
Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials.
Questions?
Please contact policerecruitment@unlv.edu.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES
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. Locate this specific job
posting by typing the job requisition number in the search
box.
If you complete an application outside of the internal application
process,
your application will be returned and you will have to
reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your
application.
EEO/AA STATEMENT
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.
TITLE IX STATEMENT
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.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the
United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of
Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW,
Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX:
202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to
both.
Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and
grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of
sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of
sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found
online at the
Office of Equal Employment &
Title IX webpage.
SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT
UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in
providing for their own safety and security.
The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire
Safety Report compliance document is available online.
JOB CATEGORY
Classified
Exempt
No
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume
listing qualifications and experience. Any work experience must be
clearly documented.
Posting Close Date
07/8/2026
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and
experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and
preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this
information during the initial review of application
materials.
All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the
closing date posted on the job announcement.
This position may require 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.
CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and
ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens
authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying
for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B
Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by
the USCIS.
To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CSN-External/job/UNLV1-Main-Campus-Las-Vegas/Community-Service-Officer--University-Police-Department_R0152498
About Us
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) creates opportunities and
changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and
experiences that enrich our diverse community. CSN has three main
campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple
sites and centers.
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to
providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on
the basis of a person's age, 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, or
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