Welcome! If you are interested in an exciting career in law enforcement, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) offers a wide variety of opportunities. You can become a commissioned police or corrections officer, or support them in a civilian function, such as crime scene investigations, 9-1-1/dispatch, forensics, or information technologies. The LVMPD has over 200 positions to choose from, in a wide range of career fields, to match your individual interests and qualifications. There are also numerous opportunities for career advancement, and professional growth and development.

We encourage you to click on "Search Class Specifications" to learn about the different positions, the requirements for each, the monthly salary range and so much more. You can submit your interest for any of the positions you qualify for and then the LVMPD's Office of Human Resources will notify you by email when we are accepting applications for the positions you have expressed an interest in.

The LVMPD is very dedicated to its goal of recruiting, training, and developing its members, as well as its objective to hire only the most qualified individuals through a strong commitment to our hiring standards.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made without regard 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. Further, the LVMPD is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.

The vision of the LVMPD is to be the safest community in America. Its mission is to protect the community through prevention, partnership and professional service. The acronym "I CARE" is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD employee. This acronym represents the values of the LVMPD: Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect for People and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors, demonstrated by the actions of employees, as they live these values. All employees are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off duty.

The LVMPD is required to operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and any employee may be required to work any hours, days or shift, including holidays and weekends. This is a condition of employment without exception.

Thank you for your interest in employment with us.