Police Academy Cadet Trainee

Doña Ana County, NM; Center (TX); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives up to $25,000

Job summary

Doña Ana County is hiring for a police officer trainee program in New Mexico. Trainees undergo an intensive academy to learn crime prevention, traffic enforcement, and arrest procedures, under supervision.

The role includes training in restraint, report preparation, surveillance, and vehicle operations, with mandatory physical and background screenings. The position offers incentives up to 25,000 dollars and requires successful completion of agility and written exams, plus ongoing evaluations

Qualifications

• Knowledge of subjects required for certification as a New Mexico Peace Officer.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and computer.
• Experience with firearms and police equipment; physical agility and fitness requirements.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, undergo state-required training to become a peace officer.
• Learn and apply crime prevention, traffic law enforcement, and arrest procedures.
• Perform duties including restraint use, report writing, surveillance, and field training.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Driving

Computer skills

Firearms handling

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Decision making

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Doña Ana County is hiring for a police officer trainee program in New Mexico. Trainees undergo an intensive academy to learn crime prevention, traffic enforcement, and arrest procedures, under supervision.

The role includes training in restraint, report preparation, surveillance, and vehicle operations, with mandatory physical and background screenings. The position offers incentives up to 25,000 dollars and requires successful completion of agility and written exams, plus ongoing evaluations