*Incentive pay: $20,000

• No more than 30 days prior to successful completion of their one-year probation period, the employee’s immediate supervisor will submit a memorandum stating the employee is on track to successfully complete the probationary period and is eligible for the $20,000 lump sum subject to applicable taxes and other required deductions.

- Applicants are required to have a New Mexico certification number prior to receiving incentive

• Out of state applicants and applicants with expired NM certification will have to pay for their own Cert by waiver and schedule the event themselves. DASO will not be paying for applicants to attend a NM Cert by Wavier course nor will DASO schedule such Cert by wavier event(s).  This is the applicants’ responsibility.  

- If previously employed by DASO, the candidate must have a break of service with DASO for a minimum of 2 years at time of hire.

- 3 year commitment required

• Failure to complete a three (3) years from the date of hire for any reason will result in pay back of incentive

*Pay: $25.27-$35.45 based upon completed years of certified law enforcement service

In Fiscal Year 2025 (beginning July 1, 2024) all employees will receive a five percent (5%) across the board increase in pay.

This posting will close at 5:00PM on the closing date.

Under moderate supervision, enforces laws and ordinances, maintains order, prevents crime, makes arrests (citations or warnings) of criminal law violators, performs community education and advocacy, provides protective patrol services and community based policing, provides arbitration in neighborhood and family disputes, performs crisis intervention, and recovers stolen property.  May test for and be assigned to specialized lateral certified deputy positions including but not limited to: Academy Training Coordinator, Vehicle Forfeiture, Impaired Driving – Beast Unit, K-9, Border Security or others as determined by the Sheriff.

• Answers calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, domestic disputes, robberies, assaults, and other felonies and misdemeanors
• Patrols a designated area in a radio-equipped car, motorcycle, bicycle, and/or on foot to preserve law and order
• Enforces traffic and other laws and ordinances
• Assumes control at traffic accidents to maintain traffic flow, assists accident victims, and investigates cause of accidents
• Apprehends suspects
• Searches, inspects, transports, and takes custody of prisoners
• Advises subjects of their rights
• Secures the crime scene
• Conducts preliminary investigations, identifies and instructs witnesses, gathers information, and prepares detailed reports
• Investigates suspicious conditions
• Conducts primary investigations of attempted or committed crimes
• Prepares investigative reports
• Prepares misdemeanor and felony cases for proper action
• Interviews witnesses
• Cooperates with county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in the apprehension and detention of persons involved in criminal activity
• Appears in court to present evidence, prosecutes and testifies on behalf of the state
• Maintains professional demeanor in the courtroom
• Ensures that evidence is properly secured, stored and readily retrievable
• Identifies community problems that can be resolved through proactive measures, to include but not limited to, proactive community-based policing
• Attends neighborhood block parties and meetings to enhance community-policing efforts
• Serves as Field Training Officer for trainees upon their graduation from the basic academy or lateral certified deputies hired by the office
• Instructs training classes for academy, sworn and civilian personnel
• Prepares and submits daily activities and other written reports to superior officers
• Endures verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile views and opinions of suspects and other people encountered in an antagonistic environment
• Responsible for knowing and abiding by all department and county policies and procedures
• When assigned to the (K-9) canine unit, in addition to regular duties, trains canine for field use and documents training

ADDITIONAL DUTIES.

Must be a U.S. citizen, 21 years of age at the time of employment, Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.  No DUI convictions within the past three years. No Felony Convictions and no misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.

Education. High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience. N/A

Education/Experience substitution. N/A

Licenses/Certifications. Valid Class D Driver’s License with verified record of good driving history. Must have current New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification that is issued or recognized and approved by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety, or be eligible for New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification by Waiver.

Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.). Must be able to pass a physical agility test, a background investigation, oral board interview, polygraph exam, firearms certification, medical exam, psychological test, and drug screening.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Must have knowledge in: Modern principals, methods and procedures of law enforcement administration used in the technical aspects of law enforcement, including accident and criminal investigation and identification, crime prevention, law enforcement tactics, traffic control, and proactive community-based policing; criminal law and criminal procedures involving the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons allegedly committing misdemeanors and felonies; rules and regulations of the Sheriff’s Office; analyzing complex law enforcement problems and situations; adopting quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances; county geography and community attitudes in different county areas; latest court interpretations of the legal obligations of law enforcement agencies; and first aid principles, practices, and techniques for both the ill and injured.

Must have skills to: Operate a motor vehicle and computer; use and maintain qualifications with all required firearms and other police-related equipment. Communicate professionally and tactfully and possess interpersonal skills necessary in interacting with general public, County staff and law enforcement agencies.

Must have ability to:  Follow oral and written instructions, observe situations analytically and objectively, and to record them clearly and completely; react quickly and calmly in emergencies and decide the best course of action; solve problems dealing with emotionally volatile issues; express one’s self clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; enforce the law with firmness, tact and impartiality; and establish and maintain effective working relations with fellow workers and the general public.