Deputy Commander

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Commander, the Deputy Commander is responsible for a specific section and/or project within a designated geographical area or specialty unit. Assignments to division/section are assigned at the discretion of Chief of Police. A Deputy Commander may be appointed by the Chief of Police from internal or external applicants at the rank of Lieutenant or above. This is an unclassified at-will position. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Requirements

Must be in good standing with your current agency
Must maintain sworn law enforcement officer certification, and remain capable of performing the functions of a Patrol Officer 1st Class, including the ability to affect a forceful arrest
In state applicants must be currently certified.
Out of state applicants must be currently certified and their certification must be recognized and approved by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety
Out of state applicants must successfully complete a New Mexico Law Enforcement certification by waiver course
Must possess a valid driver's license (out-of-state applicants must obtain a valid New Mexico driver's license within 30 days of being hired)
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.