Definition
Incumbents troubleshoot and maintain radio system networks; install, integrate, maintain, and repair complex communications, police, and emergency equipment and associated components; perform in-depth administration of additional systems, applications and databases; perform lead worker functions; and assist the supervisor in developing policies and procedures.

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• Five years of increasingly responsible experience troubleshooting, installing, repairing and maintaining advanced radio communications equipment, radio systems applications and radio systems networks, 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.

Best Candidates Will Have

• More than eight years of experience in radio frequency communications.
• A valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License.
• Experience in a lead technical position.
• Experience providing training to co-workers.
• A Juniper Network certification.
• Experience with Land Mobile Radio (LMR) encryption key management.
• Experience with Network Servers, Clients and Databases.
• Experience with Logging Recorders.

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

1. 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, and may not be covered by make-up or bandages. 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.
2. Obtain a valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License within 12 months of employment to pass probation and maintain such thereafter.
3. Obtain and maintain a valid and appropriate Nevada Driver License.
4. Physical conditions
   1. Vision sufficient for reading fine print on computers and distinguishing fine details on electronic boards as well as color-coded cables.
   2. Hearing sufficient to hear conversations and directions in person and over the telephone.
   3. Dexterity and mobility sufficient to work in an office and workshop and climb towers.
   4. Strength and agility sufficient to bend, stoop, and kneel, as well as lift and move moderately heavy equipment and supplies with or without aid of equipment.
   5. Endurance sufficient to sit or stand for long periods of time, as necessary.

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 5:00 pm PST on Thursday, April 22, 2021, 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 40%) – Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Exam  #2: Oral Board (Weighted 60%) – Beginning Thursday, April 29, 2021

*While the LVMPD is operating under a state of emergency,  primarily due to, but not limited to, the COVID-19 pandemic, 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-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 www.lvmpd.com.

Additional Selection Processes
If you successfully complete the above selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation.  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  http://www.lvmpd.com/en-us/ProtectTheCity/Pages/EmploymentStandards.aspx

Inquiries

Questions regarding this selection process may be directed to:

• Jantina Seals, Human Resources Technician, (702) 828-4126, j9463s@lvmpd.com
• T’Lisa Marcus-Morris, HR Manager, (702) 828-3978, t7234m@lvmpd.com

If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact T’Lisa Marcus-Morris at (702) 828-3978 and t7234m@lvmpd.com.