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Sr Investigator

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys
Alamogordo, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 8/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026
The 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is seeking a New Mexico Certified Peace Officer who has experience to provide advanced investigative functions required by a District Attorney’s Office. This position is based out of our Alamogordo Office and serves Lincoln and Otero Counties.

Examples of Work Performed:
Incumbent will, locate witnesses; serve subpoenas and other process documents; execute warrants; interview witnesses; research investigative leads; provide logistical assistance with witnesses and evidence; testify in court; coordinate efforts with other law enforcement agencies; provide internal security within a District Attorney’s Office; execute all powers and duties established by statute pertaining to peace officers; provide training to other investigators; supervise other staff; perform other related job duties.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed both in the office and in field investigations outside the office; considerable physical effort may be required. May be required to be on-call during non-working hours, at the discretion of the District Attorney. May encounter dangerous situations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
This position requires advanced knowledge of: criminal law, procedures, tactics and equipment; surveillance techniques; interview and interrogation skills; investigatory skills; supervisory and management skills; writing skills; communication skills; ability to conduct effective training; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies and other criminal justice system participants; ability to interact effectively with the public; ability to follow directions and policies of the District Attorney’s Office; ability to use the District Attorney’s Case Management system; ability to use NCIC if so certified.

Requirements:
Associates degree in criminology, criminal justice, police science or a related field, plus 1 year work experience; or three (3) years’ work experience in related field, plus New Mexico Peace Officer Certification at the discretion of the District Attorney.

Preferred Qualifications:
New Mexico Peace Officer Certification, plus four (4) years’ work experience, education and/or training in law enforcement; investigations or related field.

Job Type: Full-time

Hours/Days: 8-5 Monday through Friday

Hourly or Salary: $33-$35.18/ hr

Benefits: Retirement with a match Vision Dental PTO Health Insurance Life Insurance Parental Leave

Salary : $33 - $35

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