Sheriff’s Deputy

Closes On: June 1, 2023 at 11:59 PM MST

Rate of Pay: $18.00 – $30.50 – Depending on experience

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Sheriff, perform a wide range of duties, as assigned to enforce various laws and ordinances, and to protect the general public’s constitutional rights, as provided for under county, state and federal laws.• Duties may involve routine traffic control in areas not afforded normal police protection, as well as certain Pueblos under contract to the county.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of duties, as assigned to enforce various laws and ordinances, and to protect the general public’s constitutional rights, as provided for under county, state and federal laws.

• Works from rotating shift patrol assignments, to operate a patrol vehicle in a designed district of the county, with full responsibility for proper personal conduct and enhancement of the county’s police image, while carrying out the duties of law enforcement being ever mindful of the constitutional rights of citizenry, both on and off duty. Maintains radio contact in accordance with regulations.

• Duties may involve routine traffic control in areas not afforded normal police protection, as well as certain Pueblos under contract to the county.

• Routine traffic control may involve the apprehension of person(s) apparently disobedient of traffic and driving laws and regulations.

• Assist in the operation of checkpoints and roadblocks to apprehend escaped or wanted criminals, DWI’s an unlicensed or otherwise illegal vehicle operator, drug traffickers, etc.

• May also be called upon, to investigate domestic difficulties, highway accidents, and other situations needing attention.

• Coordinates and cooperates as necessary with other policing agencies. This may involve special conditions, such as undercover personnel involving drugs and other related instances and investigations involving homicide and other felony investigations.

• Responsible for community policing within Torrance County.

• Must be able to correctly judge situations and determine appropriate level of force to be utilized.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED required

• Must complete the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy training within one (1) year of hire.

• Previous Law Enforcement experience or Reserve Training preferred.

• Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s License, with no prior DWI’s; in addition to no prior Misdemeanors or Felonies.

• Ability to handle stress and respond appropriately in stressful situations.

• Must have good vision, hearing and reflexes.

• Ability to pass the Sheriff Deputy Entrance Exam, which includes: a physical agility test, a written exam and an oral review board.

• Ability to pass a Psychological Evaluation

• May have to go through multiple training’s and exposures, during employment with the Sheriff’s Office, to the listed but not limited to: Taser, OC Gas, CS Gas and Baton Strikes