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$25.00 Per Hour Position range in Southwestern Region $21.59 - $32.14 Per hour Police Officer New Mexico Tech

Occupation:

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Location:

Socorro, NM - 87801

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

08/26/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

New Mexico Tech

Web Site:

www.nmt.edu Job #: jo_2014516482 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

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$25.00 Employees being promoted to a higher classified position receive the minimum for the position or a pay rate adjustment of 8% whichever is greater. All regular positions also entitle the employee to several benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement which is largely paid by New Mexico Tech for the employee and dependents.

INTERNAL POSTING THROUGH

09/04/2026•

CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN FIRST TO TEMPORARY AND REGULAR TECH EMPLOYEES WHO APPLY

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THE 7 DAY INTERNAL POSTING. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE 7 DAY POSTING MARGIN WILL BE CONSIDERED WITH OTHER OUTSIDE APPLICANTS. JOB SUMMARY

This is a critical position on campus. Fundamental purpose of the police officer is to provide assistance to citizens in need while protecting students, staff, faculty, visitors and their property from harm. Officers are expected to appropriately respond to emergencies, enforce state and local laws on a co-ed campus.

JOBS FUNCTIONS

Patrol campus and assist citizens in need. Patrol campus to deter crime, ensure safety and compliance with state and local laws. Open or Secure campus buildings EMRTC field lab sites as scheduled. Conduct thorough investigations of all alleged crimes. Quickly, Completely, and Accurately complete incident reports and other documents. Participate in departmental training and activities Perform other duties as assigned Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School (or GED) level ability in spelling, grammar, composition and math. Must be 18 years or older. Read, understand, and interpret laws, ordinances and operating procedures. Physical strength to chase and subdue fleeing persons. Ability to make split second decisions in stressful ,hostile, fluid situations that affects safety of self and others. Communicate well orally and in writing and be able to effectively use a computer. Valid NM driver's license. Possess a NMLEA Police Officer certification and be in good standing. Security clearance may be required. A pre-employment drug screen required upon hire.