Position Summary Under the direction of a Commander, the Deputy Commander is responsible for a specific section and/or project within a designated geographical area or specialty unit. Assignments to division/section are assigned at the discretion of Chief of Police. A Deputy Commander may be appointed by the Chief of Police from internal or external applicants at the rank of Lieutenant or above. This is an unclassified at-will position. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below). Specific duties vary upon assignment. Prepares written and oral reports to superior officers Coordinates activities within assigned section Reviews administrative reports and correspondence Completes personnel evaluations Provides input related to budget needs Assists in preparing departing and administrative procedures for the section Reviews and recommends personnel actions Makes public presentations Audits and monitors expenditures Conducts section staff meetings Coordinates activities with other units and agencies Complies and reviews monthly activity reports Assists in developing goals and objectives for the section Coordinates purchases and maintenance of equipment. Conducts property inventory for section Fills in for the Commander during his/her absence Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Must be in good standing with your current agency Must maintain sworn law enforcement officer certification, and remain capable of performing the functions of a Patrol Officer 1st Class, including the ability to affect a forceful arrest In state applicants must be currently certified. Out of state applicants must be currently certified and their certification must be recognized and approved by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Out of state applicants must successfully complete a New Mexico Law Enforcement certification by waiver course Must possess a valid driver's license (out-of-state applicants must obtain a valid New Mexico driver's license within 30 days of being hired) Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.