Field Deputy

County of Luna•Deming, NM

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About The Position

Under regular supervision, the Field Deputy performs a variety of law-enforcement services in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Luna County Sheriff’s Department and applicable state, municipal, and county laws and ordinances. The role requires ethical, professional, and service-oriented conduct. The deputy responds to crime scenes and emergencies, conducts preliminary investigations, provides emergency assistance, operates vehicles, makes arrests, controls traffic, and completes detailed reports. The position works in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation, year-round. The deputy works under the supervision of the shift Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Under-Sheriff, and County Sheriff, and serves as Officer in Charge in the Corporal’s absence. The position supervises no one. Work takes place in both office and field environments. Office conditions are typical and generally quiet, with some background noise. Outdoor work occurs under variable weather conditions, including temperature extremes, and may involve fumes, dust, insects, animals, loud noise, customer interaction, hazards, and stressful situations. The employee may need to respond to accidents or emergencies during a shift and must be able to perform the physical activities described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Pass a drug screen and a background check, which may involve fingerprinting.
Be a citizen of the United States and have reached the age of majority.
Valid driver’s license.
Pass a physical agility test, oral board interview, firearms certification, medical examination, and psychological test.
Obtain or be able to obtain law-enforcement certification from the New Mexico Department of Public Safety within one year, or have completed a New Mexico law-enforcement academy and be certifiable.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write in-depth narrative reports and business correspondence, communicate clearly orally and in writing, present information, and respond to questions from groups and individuals.
Knowledge of standard computer software for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
Ability to work effectively with and inform county officials, employees, boards, citizens, and the general public; follow oral and written instructions with minimal supervision; exercise independent judgment and initiative; and work as a team player.
Ability to develop and meet departmental goals and initiatives and deliver service to internal and external customers.
Ability to perform the physical activities and meet the agility standards listed in the posting: 15 push-ups (chest to fist), 27 sit-ups (fingers interlocked behind head), a 1.5-mile run in 15:54 minutes, and a 300-meter run in 71 seconds.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle, computer, calculator, telephone, cellphone, fax machine, copier, and projector.
Ability to perform physical duties including controlling and searching people, climbing, crawling, kneeling, handling restraints and batons, directing traffic, and using a battering ram, as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate in Spanish; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Collect, package, and document evidence and property from crime scenes, maintain chain of custody, locate witnesses, protect latent evidence, secure scenes, and establish security perimeters.
Respond to and conduct preliminary investigations of homicides, rapes, robberies, traffic accidents including fatal accidents, and deaths or bodies found.
Provide CPR, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, and first aid for a range of injuries and medical emergencies.
Evacuate areas or buildings in response to explosive or toxic materials and bomb threats; mediate domestic disputes and intervene with people attempting suicide.
Use protective gear to reduce contact with infectious diseases.
Operate emergency vehicles in high-speed pursuits under exigent circumstances and while responding in congested, off-road, and open-road conditions; transport prisoners.
Clean and inspect weapons, participate in and qualify in firearms training, and use firearms when required in the circumstances described in the posting.
Interrogate suspects, interview complainants and witnesses, prepare reports summarizing statements, and participate in raids and searches.
Execute arrest warrants; advise people of constitutional rights; apprehend juveniles; make arrests with or without warrants; search arrested persons and vehicles incident to arrest; seize contraband, weapons, and stolen property; and control or subdue resisting or violent people.
Inspect patrol vehicles for weapons and contraband after prisoner transport.
Administer field sobriety tests, complete OUI/DWI arrest reports, stop and investigate vehicles, approach and speak with drivers and passengers, observe vehicle occupants, and warn or arrest occupants as appropriate.
Prepare in-depth narrative, investigative, supplemental, and follow-up reports and complete required reporting forms and documentation.
Read and apply departmental policies and procedures, safety regulations, administrative policies, and operating and maintenance instructions.
Communicate with the public and groups professionally; greet, assist, and direct members of the public; work closely with staff and provide comprehensive services.
Operate standard office equipment and maintain compliance with applicable procedures and policies.