Police Officer

University of New Mexico•Gallup, NM

56d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The UNM Gallup Branch Campus is seeking a Police Officer. The Police Officer position will be part of the UNM Gallup Internal Police Department. The officer will enforce local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with University policies. Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, documents and preserves evidence, and provides legal testimony. May be assigned to any shift; may perform campus patrol or serve as substation, victim/witness assistance, or crime prevention officer.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy.
No previous experience required.
State of New Mexico Certified Law Enforcement Officer, or eligibility for Certification by waiver.
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Must maintain certification status.
All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the POA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years law enforcement experience
Experience in educational environments
Experience working with diverse demographic and age groups.

Responsibilities

Enforce local, state, and federal laws.
Ensure compliance with University policies.
Provide security for personnel, real property, and equipment.
Investigate and document crimes/incidents.
Document and preserve evidence.
Provide legal testimony.
May be assigned to any shift.
May perform campus patrol or serve as substation, victim/witness assistance, or crime prevention officer.