Patrol Officer – Police Academy Trainee

Ruidoso Police Department; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruidoso Police Department in New Mexico seeks a Patrol Officer Trainee entering the Police Academy training program. Under supervision, you will learn and perform patrol duties, prepare reports, and build community relations to support certification as a Police Officer.

The role involves enforcing laws, responding to calls, maintaining a vehicle, and collaborating with the village on safety initiatives. Candidates must meet age, citizenship, and background checks requirements.

Qualifications

• Must become a Certified Patrol Officer within twelve months of date of hire.
• Must be Twenty (20) years of age at time of academy, but must be 21 years of age by graduation time.
• Must be able to pass regular criminal history checks.
• Must possess and maintain valid New Mexico driver’s license or be able to obtain one by date of hire.
• Must be a United States citizen.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the Village on assigned shift in a radio‑equipped vehicle to preserve law and order.
• Check businesses and residences, discover and prevent crimes, and enforce state and municipal laws and ordinances.
• Prepare reports, write charges, process evidence, and distribute copies to courts and superiors.

Skills

Patrol methods

Report writing

Public safety

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Job description

Ruidoso Police Department in New Mexico seeks a Patrol Officer Trainee entering the Police Academy training program. Under supervision, you will learn and perform patrol duties, prepare reports, and build community relations to support certification as a Police Officer.

The role involves enforcing laws, responding to calls, maintaining a vehicle, and collaborating with the village on safety initiatives. Candidates must meet age, citizenship, and background checks requirements.