Deputy Sheriff

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for patrolling state, federal and county roads and insures the protection of life and property of county residents through the enforcement of state laws and county ordinances.

• Responsible for the patrol of state, federal and county roads to insure the safety and protection of property and lives of both county and non-county residents.
• Patrol designated areas of the county in a police unit to preserve law and order, to prevent criminal activity and to enforce traffic laws.
• Respond to calls for service, conduct criminal investigations and prepare complete and concise reports on activities.
• At scene of crime, administers first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, locates witnesses and makes arrests.
• Collects property and evidence for court presentation; documents property seized and evidence collected and automobiles held or impounded in reports and/or Records Management System.
• Interviews persons with complaints and inquiries and attempts to make the proper disposition or direct them to the proper authorities.
• Issues criminal and traffic citations.
• Testifies as a witness in court.
• Issuing criminal and civil process, serves Temporary Restraining Orders (TRO’s) and Orders of Protection.
• Conduct accident investigations, to include examining vehicles and roadways, observing any traffic control devices and obstruction to view; take necessary measurements; providing first-aid for injured, taking safeguards to prevent further accidents; interview principals and witnesses, take statements from the driver’s and witnesses when necessary.
• Assist with crowd control at accident scenes or disturbances.
• Transport prisoners to and from court hearings, state mental institutions, state prisons and local detention facilities and any other institutions/facilities, when as necessary and/or as required by court order.
• Maintain security in District Court as required and Magistrate Court when needed.
• Assists detention center personnel in averting jail riots and escapes.
• Participates in training activities at the Law Enforcement Academy or other training sites; may instruct or establish curriculum for instructional purposes.
• Deliver lectures and presentations when assigned.
• Registers Sex Offenders and/or conducts address verifications as required in the Sex Offender Notification and Registration Act
• Performs other related police duties as assigned.
• Know and understand County Personnel Policy and departmental policies pertinent to their position and perform all related police duties as assigned.

• Education/Training/ Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D.; U.S. citizen; 21 years of age
• Experience Substitution: N/A
• Licenses/Certification: Valid N.M. driver’s license with a good driving record. Must be a New Mexico State certified Peace Officer or become certified within one (1) year.
• Desirable Qualifications: Two (2) years’ experience in law enforcement field or related applicable experience. Skilled in the use of firearms, restraining equipment, legal rights of prisoners and laws of arrest, search and seizure and evidence. Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Other: No prior D.W.I. arrest or convictions within the last thirty-six (36) months whether from an administrative sanction by a Motor Vehicle Department, a criminal conviction or a military disciplinary action. No multiple D.W.I. arrests or convictions within the last six (6) years whether from an administrative sanction by a Motor Vehicle Department, a criminal conviction or a military disciplinary action. No prior felony arrests. Cannot have been convicted of Domestic Violence Act. No misdemeanor arrests within the last thirty-six (36) months. Must live in Chaves County as a condition of employment.

• Deputy will be given training in and be expected to know state criminal and civil law and county ordinances, motor vehicle law, county patrol areas, and first aid.
• Deputy will be given training in the use of restraint equipment, patrol areas, legal rights of prisoners, and laws of arrest, search and seizure and rules of evidence.
• Deputy will receive training in and must be able to properly operate a two-way radio, mobile data terminal (MDT), personal computers and standard weapons issued to them.
• Must have working knowledge of department’s Records Management and Field Reporting systems.
• Deputies must have the ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously and tactfully.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine proper course of action to be taken.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in English and effectively issue and/or carry out both oral and written instructions.
• Possess good intelligence, emotional stability and be physically fit.
• Work well with ever changing priorities and/or situations.
• Must have a working knowledge of personal computers and computer software products.
• Interact with the general public and occupants of the county building in a professional and friendly manner.
• Work independently using good judgment and decision making skills.
• Must be detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information; keep accurate and complete records of all activities.
• Must know and understand policies and procedures and the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office Rules and Regulations Manual.
• Cooperate with officials of other law enforcement agencies and perform any related work as required.
• Employee must know and understand County Personnel policy as well as all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position.
• May require some out of town travel for training, investigations or transports.
• Must be able to maintain an acceptable attendance record, be punctual and meet established deadlines.
• Must be able to work the required number of hours needed to complete assigned duties.