Chief Deputy Sheriff: Senior Public Safety Leader

Sandoval County; Bernalillo (NM); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandoval County in Bernalillo, NM seeks a Chief Deputy Sheriff to oversee patrol services, civil/court security, and criminal investigations. The role directs daily operations, ensures training compliance, and maintains interagency collaboration with multiple law enforcement partners.

A strong background in budgeting and personnel management is essential. The position requires an Associate’s degree in a related field, 10 years in law enforcement, with supervisory experience and NM certification.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates degree and ten years of law enforcement experience, four in a supervisory role at Sergeant level or higher, plus two years at Lieutenant level or equivalent.
• Valid New Mexico Driver’s License and Police Academy Training with NM Law Enforcement Certification.
• Background check and pre-employment drug/alcohol test required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate and administer daily Sheriff’s Office operations including patrol, civil/security, and investigations.
• Supervise staff, coordinate training, and monitor performance; provide guidance and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Coordinate interagency collaboration with local, state, federal, tribal, and BIA policing agencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Interagency collaboration

Leadership

Training/instruction

Education

Associates Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or related field

Job description

Sandoval County in Bernalillo, NM seeks a Chief Deputy Sheriff to oversee patrol services, civil/court security, and criminal investigations. The role directs daily operations, ensures training compliance, and maintains interagency collaboration with multiple law enforcement partners.

A strong background in budgeting and personnel management is essential. The position requires an Associate’s degree in a related field, 10 years in law enforcement, with supervisory experience and NM certification.