TRAINING SPECIALIST - UNCLASSIFIED

TRAINING SPECIALIST - UNCLASSIFIED

Salary

$99,698.00 Annually

Location

Carson City

Job Type

Unclassified Full-Time

Job Number

2026-03081

Department

PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS & TRAINING

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Salary Grade

Not Assigned

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

Carson City, NV

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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Training Division of Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in researching, developing, updating and delivering POST approved curriculum for Basic and Advanced law enforcement training to ensure all POST training is in keeping with legal requirements, best practices and industry standards. These duties are a critical part of the overall mission of Nevada POST.

Essential Qualifications

Prior successful employment as a full-time peace officer equivalent to a Nevada Category I or II officer.

The ideal candidate would have a bachelor's degree in a criminal justice related field, with diverse assignments while working as a peace officer to include patrol, investigations, training and supervision. A combination of experience, training and education may be used in lieu of above that demonstrate the necessary qualifications. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment background check.

Physical demands: This position may require the applicant to participate in and instruct physical fitness sessions as needed. Applicants may be administered the POST Physical Readiness Test (PPRT) for category I peace officers as part of the interview process. The standards for the PPRT are:

• Vertical Jump of not less than 14 inches
• Agility Run in not more than 19.5 seconds
• 30 sit-ups in one minute
• 23 push-ups, no time limit
• 300 meter sprint in not more than 68 seconds
• 1.5 mile run in not more than 16 minutes 57 seconds

Job Duties

Include but not limited to the following: Develop and evaluate lesson plans and curriculum that address NAC mandates for Nevada peace officers, supervise and evaluate instructors for content and performance, coordinate and schedule training areas and training resources, develop and instruct specialized and advanced courses that enhance the basic curriculum, and communicate effectively both written and orally. Develop and instruct specialized and advanced courses relevant to professional development, management and supervision. Research and make recommendations regarding current and potential trends related to law enforcement training, curriculum and needs. May direct and participate in basic academy physical training sessions as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Current or prior successful employment as a certified full-time peace officer in good standing at the local, state or federal level in a position equivalent to a Category I or II peace officer in Nevada. Applicants must have excellent organizational skills, demonstrate leadership, and sufficient working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power Point and internet resources.

Ability to read, understand and properly interpret and apply legal statutes, codes, and regulations. Current and full working knowledge of industry standards in policing methodology. Basic Instructor Development training with experience in instructing law enforcement related curriculum and/or law enforcement skills training. In-depth understanding of and experience in adult learning theory and principles of a disciplined environment. Candidates should embrace a disciplined basic academy environment and have an understanding of the importance of leadership, command presence, officer safety, ethical behavior and physical fitness.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).

• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

• No Nevada state income tax.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Years Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Employer State of Nevada (NV)

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See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701

Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov