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University of New Mexico

Police Recruit

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$67,110 / year median in New Mexico

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Police Recruit University of New Mexico - 4.1 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $24.69 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description Police Recruit Requisition ID req37690 Working Title Police Recruit Position Grade 10 Position Summary Develops critical job-related knowledge and skills while enrolled in law enforcement academy. Applies academy training by assisting in the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws, and ensures compliance with university policies. Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Assists in the investigation and documentation of crimes/incidents and documentation and preservation of evidence, and receives training in the preparation and provision of legal testimony. May be assigned to any shift; may perform campus patrol or may serve as substation, victim/witness assistance, or crime prevention officer. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job. Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Must be at least 21 years of age at date of hire. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement. Must successfully graduate from an accredited law enforcement academy and receive Certification/Licensure State of New Mexico Certified Law Enforcement Officer within 12 months of date of hire. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED; no previous experience required. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Police Department (291A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular -
Full-Time Term End Date Status Non-Exempt Pay Hourly:
$24.69 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 9/4/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive No Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement No Remote Work Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. UNM jobs application and Cover letter. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html.
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//policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.