Deputy Sheriff - Entry

San Juan County Sheriff's Office; Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

San Juan County Sheriff's Office invites applications for a deputy responsible for patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, detaining and interviewing violators, and coordinating with court proceedings.

The role requires NM LE Academy certification within one year, successful field training, and a valid NM driver’s license. Expect rotating shifts, exposure to hazardous conditions, and a focus on community safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State of New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy certification within one year of employment.
• Successful completion of Sheriff’s Office Field Training & Evaluation Program.
• Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license.
• Must maintain physical fitness and be able to operate in varying weather and potentially hazardous situations.
• Rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and possible holidays.
• Experience using the County ERP system as required.

Responsibilities

• Enforces local and state laws and regulations.
• Patrols assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators; drives vehicle and issues citations.
• Responds to emergencies; restores peace and handles non-routine incidents.
• Controls traffic accidents to maintain flow and investigate causes.
• Performs DUI enforcement and related reporting.
• Prepares court-ready reports; testifies and handles subpoenas as needed.
• Conducts investigations and assists in case preparation with the District Attorney’s Office.

Skills

Physical fitness

Discretion and judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

NM Law Enforcement Academy certification (within 1 year)

Field Training & Evaluation Program

Valid NM Driver's license

Tools

County ERP system

Job description

Under general supervision, provides safety and security to citizens within the community through the patrolling of assigned areas, enforcement of laws and ordinances, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehension of suspects, response to calls for assistance and prosecution of cases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• State of New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy certification (obtained within one-year of employment).
• Successful completion of Sheriff’s Office Field Training & Evaluation Program.
• Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license.
• Work is performed in internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather, and varying temperatures; may be subject to extended periods of driving police vehicle; may be subject to dangerous machinery or physical harm such as vehicles, gunshots, and physical attacks.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, infectious and communicable diseases; may be required to physically restrain persons; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards.
• Full-time work hours for this position consist of rotating shift work, nights and weekend shifts and overtime. Rotating shifts is a requirement for the operations of this facility.
• Work schedule for this position may include working on religious holidays.
• Utilize, process, and navigate the County’s electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position.

The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Enforces local and state laws and regulations.
• Patrols assigned area to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators; drives vehicle through assigned area, observing traffic violations and issuing citations.
• Responds to non-routine and extraordinary situations; responds to calls of criminal activity and accidents; restores peace.
• Assumes control at traffic accidents to maintain traffic f low, assist accident victims, and investigate causes of accidents.
• Performs traffic enforcement enforces driving under the influence (DUI) violations and completes related reports.
• Prepares reports of traffic accidents, criminal activity, and civil disturbances; conducts follow-up investigation as required.
• Investigates illegal or suspicious activities of persons, quells disturbances, and arrests law violators; locates and takes persons into custody on arrest warrants.
• Receives and manages court subpoenas and documents; responds to court and other interviews as required; collaborates with the District Attorney’s Office regarding case preparation; and prepares for and testifies in court hearings and proceedings.
• Conducts neighborhood watch meetings; handles walk-in citizen reports; provides fingerprinting services.
• Works with educators to deter criminal activity by students.
• Transports or escorts prisoners between courtrooms, prison, and medical facilities; serves subpoenas and summonses and keeps record of dispositions; keeps order in courtroom as needed.
• Exercises discretion and common sense to uphold department standards of community- oriented policing.
• Searches and assists in locating missing persons or bodies.
• Responds to assist other deputies, agencies, and departments for backup and security.
• Attends all assigned training required by the agency to maintain law enforcement certification and advance skills and knowledge.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.