New Job Police Cadet In New Mexico

Nature of Work

Temporary, full-time non-exempt position with the Las Cruces Police Academy. Progression to full-time, regular position upon successful completion of the Police Academy. Depending on the number of vacancies, some academy graduates may not be hired immediately but may be placed on a waiting list.

Offering the following pay packets as a recruitment and retention incentive.?An commitment of 30 months?.

Under immediate supervision, actively participates in the Las Cruces Police Academy training program. Performs all related learning and testing activities at a training level for preparation as a Police Officer.

Must be free of felony convictions. Position is subject to extended work hours 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of an experienced Police Officer, participants complete both formal and informal training at the Las Vegas Police Academy.
• Acquire knowledge, take classes, complete homework assignments, write tests, and adhere to all guidelines regarding the academy's curriculum and behavior.
• Getting ready to become a police officer, I took classes and trained both inside and outside.
• Obtains training in criminal law, arrest and control techniques, firearm usage, report writing, vehicle handling, First Aid/CPR, narcotics, crowd control, courtroom behavior, public relations, patrol procedures, physical conditioning, and other subjects. All levels must be completed within the academy.
• Conducts responsibilities that involve using patrol methods, community relations practices, courtroom procedures, fingerprinting, report preparation, physical agility and strength formulation, as well as performing other police officer-related tasks in accordance with skills.
• Can provide assistance to an officer in patrolling the city using a car, bicycle, or foot.
• Performs all work responsibilities and activities in accord with City and Department policy, procedures, and safety measures.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to a United States high school diploma; age 21 by completion of academy, December 15, 2023 ; United States citizenship (born or naturalized); no felony convictions; no DWI/DUI or misdemeanor convictions within the past three years (some misdemeanors will disqualify); no transportation of illegal drugs; drug usage may disqualify.

Valid driver's license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. Standard First Aid and CPR certification.

DETAILED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Age 21 by completion of academy, September 20, 2024.
2. United States citizenship (born or naturalized)
3. Valid driver's license
4. Valid high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
5. No misdemeanor convictions within the last three (3) years
6. No convictions of domestic violence
7. No felony convictions
8. No marijuana use within the last year. No illegal steroid or illegal narcotic use within the last three (3) years.
9. Must not have ever transported illegal drugs
10. Must not have a Dishonorable Discharge from the US Military. The position has a preference for a degree or a minimum of 65 college credit hours. Sealed official transcripts or notarized copy of diploma is required prior to preference being applied. These documents must be submitted at the background investigation phase of the hiring process.

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