City Of Las Cruces, NM Las Cruces , NM 88001
Posted 1 week ago
Nature of Work
Thiswill 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 top of announcement.
Offering a $30,000 recruitment and retention incentive payment and 5 personal leave days (40 hours)with a 36 month commitment.
Lateral Officer Payout ScheduleAmountAt Hire$10,000.00At the Completion of Field Training$10,000.00One Day Prior to the End of the Probationary Year$10,000.00Relocation assistance$5,000.00
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 seriousbodilyharm.Regularattendanceisanessentialfunctionofthisjobtoensurecontinuityof services.Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.
Meetingorexceedingtheminimumqualificationsdoesnotguaranteeaninvitationtoparticipatein the process.
AnyapplicantwhohasworkedfortheLasCrucesPoliceDepartmentasacommissionedpolice 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.
Issuesticketstotrafficviolators.
Rendersfirstaidataccidentsites,reroutestrafficaccordingly,andinvestigatescausesand results of accidents.
Responds to reported crime scenes adhering to required processes and procedures.
Writesand filesreport of dailyactivity immediatelyfollowing each shift.
Cooperateswithcounty,state,andfederallawenforcementagenciesintheapprehensionand detention of persons involved in criminal activity.
Appears in court to present evidence and testify against apprehended individuals violating the law.
Minimum Qualifications
Twenty(21)yearsofage
United States citizenship (born or naturalized)
Validdriver'slicense
Validhighschooldiplomaorequivalent(GED)
No misdemeanor convictions within the last three (3) years
No convictions of domestic violence
No felony convictions
Anydrug usagesince receiving apeace officercertification will disqualify
Must not have ever transported illegal drugs
Must not have a Dishonorable Discharge from the US Military
Must pass all steps of the Selection Process; see below
Must have a current law enforcement certification that is issued or recognized and approved by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
Out-of-State Lateral Officers must have a minimum of two (2) years experience. Law enforcement experience must include, but not limited to: conducting traffic stops and/or investigations: responding to domestic violence calls, disorderly conduct and public affray calls, DWI/DUI; community policing.
One (1) year minimum requirement accepted if you currently possess a NMLEA Police Officer Certification.
One (1) Year minimum requirement waived if applicant has graduated a Las Cruces Police Department Academy.
Must complete LCPD Lateral Training
Must complete LCPD Field Training & Evaluation Program (up to 14 weeks).
Out-of-State Lateral Officers must complete the one (1) week Certification by Waiver course (held in Santa Fe, NM) within the first year of employment.
Selection Process(NM Certified only):
Complete and submit City of Las Cruces application
LCPD Physical Agility assessment
NMDPS Day & Night firearm qualification course
Extensive background investigation
LCPD Assessment Center
Polygraph
Psychological examination, evaluation and interview
Medical physical/Drug screening
Police Chief interview
Selection Process(Out-of-State):
Complete and submit City of Las Cruces application
Physical assessment (50th percentile)
LCPD Physical Agility assessment
NMDPS Day & Night firearms qualification course
Extensive background investigation
LCPD Assessment Center
Polygraph
Psychological examination, evaluation and interview
Medical physical / Drug screening
Police Chief interview
Benefits:
Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year
Twelve(12)sickleavedaysperyear
Personal leave
Vacationleave
Bereavement leave
Health insurance plans
All uniforms, equipment and sidearm provided
Workrelatedinjurycompensation
Retirement program (P.E.R.A.)
Takehomecarprogram
Promotional opportunities
Four (4) - 10 hour work days
Paid overtime & compensatory time off
Forty (40) hours of annual leave upon hiring
Eight (8) hours of personal leave upon hiring
Spanish speaking pay
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.
City Of Las Cruces, NM