Campus Police Officer - Public Safety & Student Support

New Mexico Highlands University; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking a full-time campus police officer to maintain safety on the Las Vegas, NM campus. The role includes patrolling the grounds, responding to incidents, and preserving crime scenes while coordinating with dispatch and other officers.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and be a certified NM Law Enforcement Officer or eligible for recertification, with prior law enforcement experience preferred. A valid NM Driver’s License is required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Must be a Certified New Mexico Law Enforcement Officer or re-certifiable.
• Preference: Previous law enforcement experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Performs building security checks for hazardous conditions and security issues.
• Maintains radio communication with dispatch and stays familiar with department police.
• Responds to situations during patrols or as assigned by radio.
• Renders first aid when qualified and assists persons needing police services.
• Preserves crime scenes until investigators arrive and writes reports.

Skills

Good judgement

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Firearms knowledge

Public safety

Observation skills

Investigative techniques

Questioning/interviewing

Compliance with laws

Physical fitness

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified NM Law Enforcement Officer

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking a full-time campus police officer to maintain safety on the Las Vegas, NM campus. The role includes patrolling the grounds, responding to incidents, and preserving crime scenes while coordinating with dispatch and other officers.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and be a certified NM Law Enforcement Officer or eligible for recertification, with prior law enforcement experience preferred. A valid NM Driver’s License is required.