Las Vegas Sun

March 28, 2024

Deadline to apply for Metro Police academy is Friday

Metro Police recruiters are seeking applicants for officer positions.

To apply, visit Metro's employment page or call Officer Melvin Weaver at (702) 828-5673. ​The department will stop taking applications at 3 p.m. Friday.

Candidates need either a high school diploma or GED. They also need a valid Nevada driver's license at the time of hire. Requirements also include:

• Must be 21 years of age by the date of the Fitness Exam (Jan. 27, 2015)

• Must be a citizen of the United States by the date of the Fitness Exam (Jan. 27, 2015)

• Must have no convictions of any crime for which registration in Nevada is required pursuant to NRS 207.090 or 207.152.

• Must have no convictions of any misdemeanors involving use/attempt of physical force if committed by those listed in the Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997.

• Must not have failed the LVMPD Background Pre-Screener for PO Recruit or CO Recruit since Jan. 27, 2014.

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