Patrol Officer I

Western New Mexico University; Silver City, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Western New Mexico University in Silver City is seeking a campus police officer to patrol the campus and surrounding areas under supervision, enforcing university, state, and local laws to protect lives and property. The role involves responding to emergencies, documenting incidents with thorough reports, coordinating with other agencies, and providing crowd and traffic control at events.

Candidates must meet age, citizenship, certification, and background requirements, with Spanish language

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 and a U.S. Citizen with a High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified or able to recertify by NM Law Enforcement Academy within one year of hire date.
• Able to pass an extensive background investigation.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus areas and surrounding community to prevent unlawful actions.
• Responds to calls for assistance including accidents, robberies, break-ins, burglaries, vandalism, assaults, domestic disturbances, and other complaints.
• Maintains contact with community.
• Prepares incident reports to document and facilitate case preparation for university records.
• Issues summons and subpoenas.
• Performs crowd and traffic control at campus events.
• Patrols residences to ensure student compliance with curfews and noise ordinances.
• Assists Silver City and NM law enforcement during routine stops, DUI stops, and emergencies.
• Signs and testifies in court as needed.
• Participates in pre-shift briefings.
• Inspects police vehicle equipment and weapons.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Report writing

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish

Patrol operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Under supervision from the Chief of Campus Police, patrols campus and surrounding areas to enforce the University’s, state, and local ordinances, policies, statutes, and laws for the protection of lives and property.

Duties

• Patrols campus areas and surrounding community in radio equipped vehicles, on foot, and/or on bicycle to prevent and/or uncover unlawful actions. Works under direct and indirect supervision.
• Responds to calls for assistance including but not limited to automobile accidents, robberies, break-ins, burglaries, vandalism, assaults, domestic disturbances, and other criminal and/or civil complaints to secure the crime scene, re-establish order, and conduct preliminary investigations.
• Maintains close contact with community.
• Prepares reports of incidents to include all information to document and facilitate preparation of cases and provide a record of activity for the University’s records.
• Issues summons and subpoenas.
• Performs crowd and traffic control activities during a variety of campus wide events including but not limited to commencements, athletic meets, alumni gatherings, and concerts.
• Patrols all residences to ensure student compliance with established curfew and noise ordinances.
• Provides assistance and support to Silver City and State of New Mexico law enforcement agencies during routine road stops, DUI stops, and emergency situations.
• Issues warnings and citations for traffic and parking violations. Appears and testifies during court proceedings to describe, present evidence, and answer questions.
• Participates in regular pre-shift briefing meetings to ensure thorough discussion and review of shift activities.
• Performs routine inspection of campus police vehicle for proper equipment operation, inventory of supplies, and all fluid levels. Checks personal equipment and weapons for proper operation and functionality.
• Locks and unlocks all campus buildings. Checks and sets all fire and burglar alarms.
• Participates in regular training programs in police methods and procedures to maintain state certification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Background

Must be over 18 years of age and a U.S. Citizen with a High School Diploma or GED . Must be certified, previously certified or able to recertify by a New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of hire date and able to pass all yearly mandated DPS training. Able to pass an extensive Law Enforcement background investigation, including previous employment, previous work performance, driving and criminal record. Bilingual (Spanish) and experience with diverse groups preferred.

Job Knowledge

Knowledge of the principals, practices, methods, and techniques of law enforcement. Knowledge of applicable civil and criminal laws, regulations, ordinances, and statutes governing the University, State of New Mexico, and United States. Knowledge of rules of evidence, search and seizure, arrest, and detention. Knowledge of the proper use of firearms and applicable safety regulations. Knowledge of first aid and CPR . Knowledge of the proper and safe use equipment used in law enforcement, including vehicle equipment, bicycle, communication, and weapons. Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of community policing. Ability to comprehend, understand, and adhere to, at all times, the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. Skill in comprehension, retentions and recollection off actual information pertaining to laws, statutes, and codes. Skill in the use of firearms and the application of first aid. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective collaborative working relationships. Skill in recognizing the behavioral actions and physical manifestations of abuse, gang influence, drug and/or alcohol addiction. Skill in working independently requiring application of judgment and the application of appropriate intervention methods in responding to potential combative and confrontational situations involving personal harm to self and others requiring the exercise and application of authority and/or force.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)

Normal police office environment, frequent rounds in vehicle and walking for patrols. Normal risk for police officers in active positions. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit upon completion of the 90-day trial period. This is an essential services position. Travel within the community and other WNMU sites. May be required to lift normal office equipment and materials. Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, sit on floor and ambulate over uneven floor or ground surfaces including stairs and steps in construction sites. Must be able to visually and auditory assess situations to insure safety. Must be able to climb ladder and work in restricted work spaces. Must be able to follow all safety protocols. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. This position may be required to report to duty on short notice, work outside normally scheduled work hours, and/or perform work tasks outside normal scope of duties. This position requires the use of a firearm. Must be able to vary shift schedules including holidays or weekends.

Other Requirements

b. Must pass a Defensive Driving Course within 2 months of hire date.

Location

Location Silver City-On Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range $29.20/hr