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Posted Date: 02/25/08    Posting No: 02-08-001   Closing Date:  until filled

 There is position available for: Police Officer 

Starting Salary: 

Uncertified                  $30,528           6 Years Certified         $37,740

1 Year Certified           $32,820           7 Years Certified         $38,568

2 Years Certified         $34,464           8 Years Certified         $39,384

3 Years Certified         $35,280           9 Years Certified         $40,200

4 Years Certified         $36,108           10 Years Certified       $41,028

5 Years Certified         $36,924           Maximum                    $45,804

• Applicant must be 21 years of age at time of hire.
• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent.
• Applicant must pass a rigid background check.
  • Applicant cannot have been convicted of any felonies, nor a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.
  • Applicant cannot have a conviction for Driving While Intoxicated (D.W. I.) within the past seven years.
  • Applicant cannot have a conviction for Domestic Battery.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver’s License.
• Applicant must be able to pass a written entrance exam & physical agility test.
• Applicant must pass a post-offer pre-employment physical, psychological and vision examination. 
• Applicant must pass rigid drug screen requirements.
• Must possess and maintain certification as a State of New Mexico Police Officer prior to obtaining non-probationary status.
• Must be a United States citizen.

• Must live or relocate to within (15) miles of thirteenth and Main within ninety (90) days of hire. Officers under the provisions of resolution 1199 will have the residency requirement waived under the following circumstances:

• Officers who reside outside the required residency area defined as a 15 mile radius measured from the intersection of 13^th and Main streets will not be allowed to use their assigned vehicles as take home vehicles.

• Officers hired during this waiver period will be allowed to maintain residency outside the 15 mile radius of the intersection of 13^th and Main streets for the duration of their employment with the Artesia Police Department provided that they are not promoted to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Chief or any other officers of Sergeant rank or higher.

• All Officers must be able to respond to emergency and non-emergency situations. When contacted, the employee must be able to report to work unless there are special non-recurring circumstances. Residency, outside employment or the operation of a business is not considered a special circumstance.

• If promoted, all Officers will be required to comply within the residency requirement then existing at the time of promotion.

• State of New Mexico Certified Police Officers or officers certifiable by waiver preferred. 
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

DUTIES: This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in the classification. 

• Patrols in a radio-equipped vehicle and/or on foot.
• Responds to citizen calls for service and help.
• Discovers and prevents criminal activity through proactive patrol measures.
• Investigates criminal activities i.e., robberies, assaults, burglaries, domestic disturbances.
• Re-establishes lawful behavior and order at disturbances
• Investigates traffic accidents and enforces traffic laws and ordinances as required.
• Enforces State of New Mexico and Municipal laws and ordinances in fair and impartial manner.
• Prepares reports, complaints, affidavits, and other related technical/legal documents.
• Appears in court to present evidence and sworn testimony on behalf of the City or State.
• Executes arrest warrants, search warrants, and other legal processes of the court.
• Takes physical custody and/or makes arrests of persons charged or suspected of criminal activity.
• Preserves and documents crime scene to ensure that the collection and preservation of evidence meets established legal and professional standards.
• Interviews/interrogates victims, suspects, and witnesses to obtain and verify information pertinent to the investigation or resolution of incidents.
• Evacuate areas endangered by explosive or toxic gases, spilled hazardous liquids, bomb threats or other type of disaster including vehicles and buildings.
• Mediates domestic or other disputes.
• Talks with persons attempting to commit suicide to get them to delay or stop their attempt.
• Engages in high speed pursuit or emergency vehicle operations in all road or weather conditions.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS and OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: Possessing some or all of the skills and abilities listed in this section will make a candidate more competitive. 

• Knowledge of the City of Artesia Ordinances.
• Knowledge of the New Mexico State Statutes.
• Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures for the Artesia Police Department.
• Knowledge of State and Federal Judiciary decisions which impact practice of law enforcement.
• Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices including investigation, identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, and custody of persons and property.
• Knowledge of equipment used in law enforcement, including but not limited to, weaponry, communications, and automotive equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with local, county, state, and federal agencies, other staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate efficiently in writing using business English; i.e., proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex statutes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to analyze serious emergency situations, and to adopt quick, effective, reasonable courses of action towards all of the situations with a minimum hazard to police personnel and the general public.
• Ability to communicate using a standard two-way radio.
• Knowledge of the name and locations of streets/roads in the City of Artesia and surrounding area.
• Knowledge and skill of conflict resolution techniques
• Skill in evaluating and prioritizing events and determining the appropriate response. 
• Ability to assume responsibility for a stressful and difficult job without constant direct supervision.
• Ability and Skill to operate a variety of firearms including pistols, shotguns, and rifles.
• Ability to keep confidential information/materials from being released, except as allowed.
• Ability to perform full responsibilities of position in all weather conditions.
• Understand that police officers must maintain a high standard of morality including off-duty conduct that might impact the public’s perception of candidate’s effectiveness as a police officer.
• Position requires flexibility in working hours.  The ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays is required.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE IS AS FOLLOWS: 

• Apply by completing a City of Artesia Job Application. Job Posting Applications may be picked up from The NM Department of Labor or at www.artesianm.com
• Ensure that the application and any additional documents are delivered to the Department of Labor by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. Applicants will be pre-screened according to the above qualifications.  Selection will be recommended by the Interview panel to the Mayor. Appointment will be made by the Mayor with the consent of the governing body.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.   

If you are planning to apply for this job and, due to a disability, need assistance in applying for this job, please notify Human Resources Department at (505) 746-2122 ext. 1014. 

The City of Artesia provides the following benefits for this position: 

• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

• Three (3) miscellaneous leave days per year

• Nine (9) paid holidays

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Term Life Insurance

• City Disability Insurance

• Vision Insurance        

• Choice of NM Public Employees Retirement or City of Artesia Retirement Plan.   

 THE CITY OF ARTESIA is an equal opportunity employer and does not engage in illegal Discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

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