SCHOOL POLICE OFFICER

JOB STATUS

OPEN

POSTING NUMBER

00067895

SCHOOL YEAR:

2026-2027

CLOSING DATE:

03/31/2027 04:00 PM

POSTING NUMBER

00067895

LOCATION:

010:

SCHOOL POLICE SERVICE POSITION TITLE

APPLICANT POOL:

SCHOOL POLICE OFFICER JOB DESCRIPTION

Provides security and safety services to the District by assisting in establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment, throughout assigned school property.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Patrols area of school District in uniform and marked police vehicle to detect and prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entries Respond to silent alarms and other calls for service Performs crowd and traffic control, on APS property only, at school events and activities Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of school-related criminal acts Arrests suspects following established procedures and testifies in court proceedings Investigates suspicious persons, activities and conditions related to the public Performs plain-clothes assignments as requested by an immediate supervisor Counsels students in matters of good citizenship and compliance with school rules and proper behavior Provides general assistance and support to school administration and staff Reports unusual or dangerous conditions or situations to appropriate personnel

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Effective communication skills both verbal and written. Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills. Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone. Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects. Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect. Ability to make decisions, enforce APS Policy, state statues, and ordinances. Effecting arrests and detaining and using appropriate physical control, if necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM

REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

High School Diploma or GED. Must Have Current New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification. Valid New Mexico driver's license with insurable driving record. Knowledge of State Statute and local Ordinances

APPLY TO

APPLY ONLINE:

WWW.APS.EDU, APS

Jobs, Classified Application. In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.

ADDITIONAL INFO

SALARY:

Starting hourly rate is $32.00

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