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Responsible for the investigation of crimes, enforcement of New Mexico Statutes Annotated and Curry County ordinances, protection of life and property; conservation of the peace, with commission to apprehend, arrest and bring before the proper court all violators within the County of Curry, and performing other duties imposed by law. Duties include, but not limited to, conducting criminal and crash investigations; serving civil and criminal process; conflict resolution; preserving the peace; arresting and incarcerating violators of the law; provide testimony in county and district courts in traffic, criminal and civil cases. Prepare a variety of documents and reports. This position will primarily involve the investigation of Internet Crimes Against Children.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be certified by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy or be eligible for certification by waiver.
- Must pass physical test as a Peace Officer
- At least three (3) years of experience in law enforcement and/or equivalent in education or training preferred.
- Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s license. Must not have any prior domestic violence, misdemeanors or felonies convictions and must not have any DWI’s within three (3) years.
- High School Diploma or GED certificate required
- Ability to maintain proficiency with firearms for both day and night qualification. Must qualify with handgun, shotgun, and rifle with a minimum score of 80%.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English. A written aptitude test may be given.
- Must have vision correctable to 20/20
- Must have good hearing and reflexes.
- Must be able to render creditable testimony in a Court of Law.
- Ability to handle stress and respond appropriately in stressful situations.
- Ability to work with the equipment, tools and materials listed below.
- Able to write intelligible, complete and concise reports, remain alert at all times and react quickly in emergency situations. Able to deal with situations requiring tact diplomacy, be courteous to the public and must be physically fit.
- Must be familiar with troubleshooting problems.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, complete reports and adhere to deadline.
- Must attend required training for an ICAC Investigator, often out of town and overnight.
- Must comply with safety guidelines and policies of the County.
Benefits
- For Law Enforcement Employees (Deputy) Curry County contributes 20.15% and employee contributes 14.85% each pay period into the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
- Curry County pays 80% of medical premiums. Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance offered as well.
- Curry County provides a $50,000 life insurance policy for all employees. Dependent and Spouse Life Insurance Benefits available.
- 11 paid Holidays per year.
- 8 hours Personal Day per year.
- 80 hours Paid Vacation per year.
- 96 hours Paid Sick Leave per year.
Disclaimer
NOTICE - In making this application for employment with Curry County, I understand and agree that:
1. Any misrepresentations made by me in this application will be sufficient cause not to hire or cause to terminate my employment;
2. As a condition of employment, I am to be governed by all County ordinances, rules, policies and procedures;
3. Refusal to submit to search by authorized personnel of my person or property while on County premises is grounds for discharge;
4. As a condition of employment, I must pass a physical examination, a drug/alcohol test and submit to random testing as prescribed by County policy.
I authorize Curry County to investigate all statements made in this application. I agree not to hold Curry County, or any of my previous employers or references liable in any matter concerning the information they may provide.
Curry County desires to obtain the best possible employees and affords equal opportunities for employment to all. Curry County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability.
Application Special Instructions
Please print, complete and upload the waiver below. This must be notarized when submitting.
Release of Information Waiver.pdf
Please print, complete and upload the Certification form for Veterans' Interviews below.
Certification form for Veterans' Interviews.pdf
Please print, complete and upload the job description below.
Sheriff - ICAC Investigator 2024.pdfPlease print, complete and upload the Advisement Regarding False Statements below.
CCSO Advisement Regarding False Statements.pdf
For an application to be complete with the Sheriff's Office, the following Personal History Statement will also need to be completed and submitted with any requested documentation in person to Undersheriff Brockett at the Curry County Sheriff's Office. Undersheriff Brockett can be contacted at 575-769-2335 or mbrockett@currrycounty.org with any questions you may have.
Personal History Statement.pdf
Also, please note that to be considered for a position within the Curry County Sheriff's Office, you must complete ACT WorkKeys testing for the following applied math, workplace documents, and graphic literacy. Please contact New Mexico Workforce Connection at to (575) 762-4571 to set up a testing session as soon as possible.
Additional information regarding ACT WorkKeys can be found at http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/workkeys-for-job-seekers/assessments.html
