Sheriff Cadet/Deputy

Taos County, NM • Taos, NM

277d • $26 - $29

About The Position

The Deputy Sheriff Cadet / Deputy Sheriff position involves performing a wide range of entry-level professional law enforcement duties aimed at securing a safe environment for county citizens and protecting rights as established by federal, state, and local laws. This is a full-time, classified, non-exempt position.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or HSE (Uncertified).
• Graduation from high school and New Mexico Police Academy, plus one (1) year of specialized training (Certified).
• One (1) year paid professional employment as a patrol officer in a sheriff's department or police department (Certified).
• No experience necessary (Uncertified).
• Must possess a valid New Mexico State Driver's License.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must pass a fit for duty, psychological, and drug test prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to apply modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Ability to effectively process crime scenes.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Skill in the operation of motor vehicles at high speed and in dangerous situations.
• Skill in the use of firearms.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level professional law enforcement duties.
• Secure a safe environment for county citizens.
• Protect rights as established by federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits

• Salary: $26.98 per hour (Uncertified) / $29.21 per hour (Certified).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees