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Correctional Sergeant (NMCD #17298 & 17154)
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$55,176 / year median in New Mexico
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Between $52k and
$78k
Per Year
Position range in Northern Region $56k - $74k Per Year Correctional Sergeant (NMCD #17298 & 17154)
New Mexico State Personnel Office
Occupation:
First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers
Location:
Grants, NM - 87020
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More)
Posted:
09/05/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
New Mexico State Personnel Office
Web Site:
www.spo.state.nm.us
Expires:
09/20/2026
Job #: 167033
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite
Full Time Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular
Job Description
Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Why does the job exist? This position will provide safety and security within an adult correctional facility and direct the activities of staff and supervise inmates. How does it get done? Ensure security is maintained by enforcing:
- Post orders
- Policies
- Providing directions through use of good judgment, professionalism and attention to duty Who are the customers?
- New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) staff
- Public and private partners
- Community members Additional Information
Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Ideal Candidate Experience in the following: - Adult correctional facility
- Correctional environment Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or equivalency and two (2) years of experience in a correctional setting, law enforcement and/or military experience.
Employment Requirements This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing. In addition, candidates must pass pre-employment Academy screening. For all custody positions, successful completion of the New Mexico Corrections Academy is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver¿s License. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, must be at least 18 years old, have at least a high school education or its equivalent, be of good moral character, have not been convicted of a felony in the courts of this or any state or in the federal courts, and successfully pass any physical and aptitude examination the department may require. Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. Working Conditions Work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with and supervision of inmates. Willingness to work in a correctional facility, may be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information:
Michelle Slater (505) 287-9660, or email:
Michelle.
Slater@cd.nm.gov Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to....
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