Security Police Officer
Nevada Test Site


Wackenhut Services, Incorporated-Nevada Operations, a prime security contractor to the Department of Energy at the Nevada Test Site, although not currently hiring, is accepting applications for Security Police Officer for future consideration. Additional information can be obtained by visiting www.wsinevada.com

Applicants must:
  • Be a U.S. Citizen at least 21 yrs old with HS diploma or GED.
  • Qualify for the required Department of Energy security clearance.
  • Pass medical, psychological and physical fitness standards in accordance with Code of Federal     Regulations 10 CFR 1046(must run 1 mile in 8.5 minutes and prone-to-running 40-yard dash in 8     seconds)prior to hire and annually thereafter.
  • Qualify initially and annually with a .40 cal pistol, M-4 rifle, M-240 machine gun and M203 grenade     launcher.
  • Take and pass a psychological exam.
  • Be able to work in inclement weather and solitary duty in desolate areas.
  • Be willing to work long shifts (12-14 hours), days, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Benefits:
  • The first wage step progression is $22.44/hr. after completion of 10-week basic training ($15/hr. during     training). Hours worked after 8 in a day paid at time and one half.
  • Paid Vacations and Holidays.
  • Weapons, leather, uniforms, laundry maintenance are provided.
  • Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short-term disability and accidental death and     dismemberment.
  • A subsistence amount of $5.00 is paid for each day worked at the Nevada Test Site.
  • Employees may exercise on duty, as operational requirements permit, up to three times per week to     maintain fitness standards.
  • Applicants must be willing to travel to Las Vegas at their own expense to complete testing (medical exam, psychological exam, and physical fitness test) after receiving a job offer prior to starting work.


    A completed application is required for consideration. Please print out
    the application, fill it out in your own handwriting, and mail it back to:

    Wackenhut Services, Inc.
    Attention: Receptionist
    P.O. Box 96027
    Las Vegas, NV 89193-6027

    (702) 295-1600

    AA/EEO/M/F/V/H



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