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Security Threat Intelligence Unit - Correctional Officer (NMCD #17653)
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What they do
A Security or Defense Intelligence Analyst gathers and analyzes information needed to anticipate and prevent organized criminal activities that may threaten national security.
$86,590 / year median in New Mexico
-20% projected decline
Job Description
Between $47k and
$71k
Per Year
Position range in Eastern Region $36k
- $66k Per Year Security Threat Intelligence Unit
- Correctional Officer (NMCD #17653)
New Mexico State Personnel Office
Occupation:
Protective Service Occupations
Location:
Santa Rosa, NM
- 88435
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 #: 167190
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 fugitive enforcement and all procedures associated with drug interdiction in a correctional setting. How does it get done?
- Conduct investigations
- Provide daily monitoring of inmate telephone calls
- Monitor all Security Threat and Gang activities Who are the customers? New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) Additional Information
Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Ideal Candidate Experience in the following: - Checking for contraband, disturbances and evidence of infractions of rules
- Reporting security breaches, disturbances and violations of rules
- Searching of offenders and their living quarters
- Correctional Officer
- Assisting in transfer/transportation of offenders Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or equivalency and completion of the NM Corrections Academy within 12 months of hire date.
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. Successful completion of the New Mexico Corrections Academy within one (1) year of hire 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 a 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:
Desiree Bradley at 575-472-1001 or email Desiree.
Bradley@cd.nm.gov or Liz Tapia at 575-472-1001 or Elizabeth.
Tapia@cd.nm.govEmail 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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