Patrol Deputy I — Protect & Serve the County

Santa Fe County NM; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life & AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym Membership

Job summary

Santa Fe County seeks a dedicated law enforcement officer to patrol county areas, respond to calls, and enforce traffic safety. The role requires field interviews, arrests when warranted, and collaboration with investigators to deter crime.

The position includes providing emergency assistance, testifying in court, transporting prisoners when needed, and upholding all county policies. Applicants must meet NM certification and citizenship requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and NM Law Enforcement Academy law officer certification.
• Must possess a valid/current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer within the United States.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Patrol County areas and roads, respond to calls, enforce traffic safety and deter crime.
• Conduct field interviews, interrogations, and arrests with lawful basis; assist investigations.
• Support investigators at major crime scenes and provide emergency assistance as needed; manage traffic control and accident investigations.

Skills

Geography & roads knowledge

Traffic codes

First aid

Criminal codes & statutes

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

NM Law Enforcement Academy certification

Law Enforcement Officer certification (US)

Tools

Police vehicle operation

Firearms handling

Records management

Job description

Santa Fe County seeks a dedicated law enforcement officer to patrol county areas, respond to calls, and enforce traffic safety. The role requires field interviews, arrests when warranted, and collaboration with investigators to deter crime.

The position includes providing emergency assistance, testifying in court, transporting prisoners when needed, and upholding all county policies. Applicants must meet NM certification and citizenship requirements.