Public Safety Aide

Santa Fe County • Santa Fe, NM

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About The Position

The Public Safety Aide provides public safety service and support to the community for matters that may be delayed because of sworn deputies’ workload and calls for service. The role responds to assigned service requests, handles preliminary investigation and support tasks related to traffic matters, assists the public, and supports law enforcement and public safety agencies as needed.

Work is performed in both an office setting and outdoors in varied weather conditions. The schedule includes shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours, and travel is required. The work may involve strenuous physical activity, hazardous or potentially dangerous situations, exposure to environmental and occupational hazards, and use of protective clothing or equipment. The selected candidate must pass a County-paid pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screening, and criminal background screening, and must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Driver’s License for driving a County vehicle.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have no felony convictions or crimes involving moral turpitude.
• Knowledge of county geography, traffic codes, personal safety procedures, first aid principles, operation of tools and equipment, and department rules and regulations.
• Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the general public.
• Ability to learn and analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine an appropriate course of action under stress and in varied circumstances involving human behavior.
• Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
• Ability to enforce New Mexico State Statutes.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Driver’s License.
• Must pass a County-paid pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screening, and criminal background screening.
• Must be able to drag 175 pounds for 15 feet and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform the job’s regular physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, and communicating.

Responsibilities

• Respond to assigned requests for service and conduct preliminary investigations on traffic-related matters.
• Examine roadways for hazards and clear obstructions when necessary.
• Direct traffic during special events, emergencies, or when conditions warrant special control.
• Provide sworn testimony in court.
• Conduct escorts.
• Initiate and coordinate medical response as needed.
• Answer basic questions from the public and assist motorists, pedestrians, and other citizens.
• Monitor Santa Fe County-owned cameras.
• Complete written reports as required.
• Enforce County ordinances.
• Provide basic emergency aid when needed.
• Help identify witnesses and evidence at accident scenes and assist with diagramming when directed by the investigating officer.
• Assist patrol officers in collecting initial information on a Uniform Accident Report (UAR).
• Assist other law enforcement or public safety agencies on-site.
• Issue a Motor Vehicle Accident Report form for roadway accidents involving less than $500 in damage and no reported injuries, when appropriate.
• Direct correspondence to vehicle owners regarding improperly placed vehicles on public right of way, when appropriate.
• Perform other appropriate and related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED