Police Officer - Lateral

Police Officer

This will be a continuous posting; applications will be reviewed periodically. Full-time, regular, non-exempt position. Pay will be based upon number of years of full-time experience in law enforcement up to the salary range posted at the top of the announcement. Offering a $30,000 recruitment and retention incentive payment and 5 personal leave days (40 hours) with a 36 month commitment.

Relocation assistance is based on eligibility. Performs general duty police work involved in the protection of persons and property; prevention and investigation of crimes; and enforcement of laws. Position is subject to competing demands such as ten-hour shifts on a rotating basis; extended work hours beyond regular shift when necessary; multiple tasks; strict deadlines; and exposure to serious bodily harm. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Any applicant who has worked for the Las Cruces Police Department as a commissioned police officer in the last thirty-six (36) months is ineligible for the hiring incentive. This position is graded between a POF 1 - POF 4.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs general duty police work in order to provide protective services to the general public of Las Cruces.
• Patrols streets, roads, and public places on foot, motorcycle, patrol car, or any other means of conveyance to prevent crime, enforce laws, or respond to criminal actions.
• Issues tickets to traffic violators.
• Renders first aid at accident sites, reroutes traffic accordingly, and investigates causes and results of accidents.
• Responds to reported crime scenes adhering to required processes and procedures.
• Writes and files report of daily activity immediately following each shift.
• Cooperates with county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in the apprehension and detention of persons involved in criminal activity.
• Appears in court to present evidence and testify against apprehended individuals violating the law.

Minimum Qualifications

Selection Process (NM Certified only) :

Selection Process (Out-of-State) :

Benefits :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred. Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate police and civilian activities. Knowledge in police operations, techniques, practices, traffic control and enforcement, and resource planning. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary in interacting with general public and City staff. Knowledge of safety and standard police practices. Working knowledge of personal computer with appropriate software is necessary. Ability to operate all assigned equipment and tools.