Police Officer

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 66,125,000 - 72,324,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University invites applications for a Police Officer in the Police Department. The role involves patrol, enforcing laws, and contributing to community safety on the Las Cruces campus, with options to assist investigations and join special teams.

The position emphasizes public safety, engagement with students and staff, and participation in community outreach initiatives and crime prevention efforts.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required (any field).
• Two years' equivalent experience may substitute for education depending on credentials.
• Candidate must meet public safety and law enforcement qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patrol and law enforcement duties to safeguard the campus community.
• Arrest and enforce criminal codes; may participate on investigations or special teams.
• Engage with the community and participate in crime prevention initiatives.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Arrest procedures

Criminal codes knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Department Contact:Sgt. Raymond Esquivel

Internal or External Search:External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:Join our campus police team and make a difference by protecting our community through proactive patrol, law enforcement, crime prevention, and community engagement in a dynamic and rewarding public safety role.

Position Details

PositionTitle: Police Officer

College/Division: President's Office

Department: 500300-POLICE DEPARTMENT NMSU

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable): N/A

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 23.82

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding:Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule:Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:Public Safety - 24/7

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Performs general patrol and operational police duties, such as making arrests and enforcing criminal codes and statutes in an effort to safeguard our campus community; may assist in investigations or serve as a member of special teams or task forces; and may participate with community outreach initiatives and crime prevention.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
Associate's degree in any field. No previous work experience required.

Equivalent Qualifications:
2 year's experience as a certified PO; or 2 year's experience allowing for a combination of education (15 related credits equivalent to 6 months experience), and/or military service (honorably discharged), and/or certified PO experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:
This position has been established as a primary key position under the “All Hazard Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)” and is essential to operational continuity and/or recovery. In an emergency situation, primary key positions are required to report to work unless directed by supervisor or public safety authorities not to report for health and safety reasons.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.