Police Officer

New Mexico State University • Las Cruces, NM

1d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in any field.
• No previous work experience required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.
• May participate with community outreach initiatives and crime prevention.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree