Non-Certified Police Officer

Acoma, NM
Pueblo of Acoma Police Department

Salary: $24.00/hr

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision and training from the Sergeant or assigned Field Training Officer. Insures safety, security and the preservation of life and property by maintaining law and order and enforcing laws and ordinances. Solves community problems by fostering open and continuous communication and cooperation between the community and law enforcement.

Essential Functions:

1. Protects the property and lives of community members by patrolling assigned areas and addressing any suspicious
persons and/or establishments.
2. Interviews persons with complaints or inquiries and directs them to proper authorities if needed.
3. Responds to all incidents including fire, theft, automobile accidents, robberies, disturbances, and any other
misdemeanors or felonies and secures the scene of the crime.
4. Conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witnesses, and makes arrests as required by applicable
laws.
5. Testifies in court to present evidence or testify against persons accused of criminal activity.
6. Conducts investigations in vice activities, narcotics, traffic, burglary, or reported incidents as assigned.
7. Conducts routine checks of local businesses, residences, and government agencies.
8. Maintains awareness of and investigates specific areas subject to juvenile delinquency.
9. Maintains positive relations with community members and agencies by educating and informing on crime prevention
and related issues.
10. Transports violators to and from court, rehabilitation sites, or jail facilities.
11. Serves court papers, warrants, or subpoenas as required.
12. Maintains appropriate documentation on incidences as required by policies and procedures.
13. Generates reports as needed.
14. Attends training classes and seminars on police methods, techniques, safety, first aide, marksmanship, and related law
enforcement activity.
15. Communicates with local, state, regional, and outside agencies and assists as needed.
16. Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
17. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements:

  • A record of satisfactory performance in all prior employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous employers.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
  • Must complete all required entrance standards to a certified basic police academy. Including among other requirements, a physical agility test, psychological test, written exam.
  • Must maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to complete all assigned job duties.
  • Must obtain law enforcement certification within one year from hire including successfully passing a basic police academy. This will require an extended stay in a training environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within six months of hire.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Keres speaking