Sheriff Cadet/Deputy

Taos County Sheriff; Nagla Deputy; On-site; INR 5,603,864 - 6,086,956; Full time

Job summary

Taos County is seeking motivated individuals for Deputy Sheriff Cadet or Deputy Sheriff roles. The position is a full-time, non-exempt civil service role with salary per hour depending on certification status.

Job duties include performing entry-level law enforcement tasks, maintaining public safety, and complying with applicable laws and departmental procedures. Applicants must meet training and certification requirements and be able to pass required tests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Uncertified)
• High school diploma with NM Police Academy training; 1 year specialized training (Certified)
• 1 year paid professional patrol officer experience in a sheriff/police dept (Certified)
• Equivalent education/experience (Certified) or no experience (Uncertified)

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level professional law enforcement duties to secure a safe environment.
• Follow federal, state, and local laws in enforcing rights.
• Operate and respond to incidents in a law enforcement context.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Interpersonal communication

English grammar

First-aid

Public safety

Education

High school diploma

New Mexico Police Academy training

Job description

TAOS COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Taos County Is Now Accepting Applications For:

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY SHERIFF CADET / DEPUTY SHERIFF

SALARY: $27.86 per hour (Uncertified) / $30.17 per hour (Certified)

This is a Classified/Full Time/Non-Exempt (FLSA)

DESCRIPTION: Performs a wide range of entry level professional law enforcement duties intended to secure a safe environment for county citizens and to protect rights as established by federal, state, and local laws.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Graduation from high school or HSE (Uncertified)

AND

• Graduation from high school and New Mexico Police Academy, plus one (1) year of specialized training provided through college, technical school or professional organizations; (Certified)

AND

• One (1) year paid professional employment as a patrol officer in a sheriff's department or police department, (Certified)

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience (Certified)
• No experience necessary (Uncertified)

Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Qualifications

• Some knowledge of law enforcement; principles, methods and techniques of effective supervision; legal environment associated with law enforcement; local, state and federal laws and regulations; traffic control and safety laws and regulations; county geography, road systems, and boundaries; standard first-aid administration; interpersonal communication skills; English, grammar and technical writing skills. (Uncertified)
• Working knowledge of law enforcement; principles, methods and techniques of effective supervision; budgetary practices and purchasing methods and procedures; legal environment associated with law enforcement; local, state and federal laws and regulations; criminal codes; departmental standard operating procedures; arrest, search, and seizure laws; booking and court procedures; traffic control and safety laws and regulations; methods and process for preserving and securing crime scenes, county geography, road systems, and boundaries; standard first-aid administration; interpersonal communication skills; English, grammar and technical writing skills. (Certified)
• Ability to apply modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment in various law enforcement situations; learn and interpret the Code related to law enforcement and the elements of crime; effectively process crime scenes; interpret and apply civil and criminal codes; deal effectively with the public in controversial and emergency situations; demonstrate knowledge of how to react in emergency situations; demonstrate problem solving capability; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with the public, administrators, and fellow employees; deal effectively with combative individuals in high stress situations. (Certified)
• Ability to learn and interpret the Code related to law enforcement and the elements of crime; interpret and apply civil and criminal codes; deal effectively with the public in controversial and emergency situations; demonstrate knowledge of how to react in emergency situations; demonstrate problem solving capability; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with the public, administrators, and fellow employees; deal effectively with combative individuals in high stress situations.
• Some Skill in the operation of motor vehicles at high speed and in dangerous situations; skill in the use of firearms.
• Special Qualifications: (Uncertified)
• Must possess a valid New Mexico State Driver's License.
• Must become a NEW MEXICO POLICE ACADEMY certified peace officer within 12 months from date of hire.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess a high level of customer service at all times.
• Must be able to pass a fit for duty, psychological, and drug test prior to employment.
• As a safety sensitive employee is subject to random drug testing.
• Special Qualifications: (Certified)

TAOS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE SEX, ANCESTRY, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, SPOUSAL AFFILIATION OR GENDER IDENTITY.

Open Until Filled.

Please Note: This posting gives only a brief description of the position. For copy of application and complete job description, see www.taoscounty.org or contact Taos County Human Resources Department at 105 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571; or 575-737-6313.

Job Details

Category Full Time Status Open Posted August 11, 2023 12:45 PM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Taos County Employment Application (PDF)