Sergeant

Zuni, NM
Pueblo of Zuni Police Department

Salary: $24.33

Position Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform protective service work of moderate difficulty in directing, coordinating and supervising activities of Police Officers assigned to patrol in vehicles, or on foot in designated areas of the Zuni Reservation, while enforcing the Law & Order Code within the Zuni Reservation.

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinates, directs and supervises patrol operations.
  • Supervises the investigation of crimes and may participate in investigations, including routine gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses, and apprehension of suspects.
  • Performs, directs, and or participates in all normal patrol activities, including enforcing Tribal Criminal and Traffic Code, State laws, and Federal Code, issuing citations, making arrest based on probable cause, administering first aid, and transporting prisoners
  • Responds to questions from residents and visitors about rules, regulations, and general information about the reservation and Tribal organization.
  • Serves court documents to include court summons, court subpoenas, arrest warrant, and civil papers.
  • Testifies at court hearings; presents evidence and may serve as an expert witness.
  • Supervises, responds to, investigates traffic accidents, and directs traffic as needed.

Requirements:

  • Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or Police Science with six (6) years of related work experience in law enforcement with one (1) year of supervisory experience. OR High School graduate or equivalent with eight (8) years of work experience as a Police Officer or a related field with three (3) years of supervisory experience. Mid-management experience, knowledge in department administrative and operational functions
  • Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s License with no DWI convictions within the past three (3) years and must be insurable for liability purposes. Driving is an essential part of the duties.
  • NM Law Enforcement Academy (NMLEA) Certification, U.S. Indian Police Academy Certification, or another law enforcement certification with the ability of obtaining a New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification or U.S. Indian Police Certification by waiver within the first year of hire.
  • First line Supervisor training and advanced leadership training, or equivalent
  • U.S. Citizen,
  • 21 years of age;
  • Must not have any felony convictions or any type of conviction for moral turpitude.
  • Must pass post-offer-of physical test, psychological evaluation, physical agility test and written exam.