What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY?
SUMMARY: This position provides a peaceful and safe environment conducive to the education of the students by
preservation of the public peace within the boundaries of the lands under control of the Board of Regents. This mission
will be accomplished by the protection of life and property; the prevention and suppression of crime and traffic
accidents; the arrest and prosecution of violators of the law; and the proper enforcement of all Federal and State laws,
and County and City ordinances, within the jurisdiction described above.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs building security checks for hazardous conditions, open doors, water leaks, fire detection and criminal
- Maintains radio communication with dispatch at all times and remain thoroughly familiar with department police.
- Remains alert to the development of conditions tending to cause crime or indicative of criminal activity, take
- Responds to situations brought to the officer’s attention while in the course of routine patrol or when assigned
- Renders first aid, when qualified, to persons who are seriously ill or injured.
- Assists persons needing police services.
- Preserves serious crime scenes until Sergeant, Investigator or Chief arrives.
- Stops drivers violating the motor vehicle code.
- Warns and issue citations and make arrests.
- Assembles evidence for courts and testify in the prosecution of the violators.
- Responsible for keeping traffic moving in a safe manner as free of congestion as possible.
- Directs and maintain order during an emergency or accident situation.
- Investigates accidents, which include writing reports, and diagrams completed according to departmental
- Assists fellow police officers and police agencies.
- Conducts special investigations as necessary of any incidents brought to officer’s attention.
- Assists in traffic safety programs.
- Reports dangerous road conditions, all security violations, and other hazardous conditions to the proper
- Maintains orders conduct of large crowds.
- Operates emergency roadblocks.
- Performs vehicle inspection of safety equipment.
- Checks for suspected stolen vehicles.
- Checks driver’s licenses and vehicle registration.
- Reports weather conditions to proper authorities.
- Enforces all laws, as well as rules and regulations of the University.
- Assists District Attorneys, District Courts and all local Law Enforcement Agencies and Judiciary in the proper
- Answers questions relative to police work, traffic laws, weather and road conditions, locations of points of interest
- Operates and properly monitor mobile, portable and fixed radio communication systems.
- Operates and properly maintain equipment such as assigned vehicles in such a manner as to avoid accidents or
- Conducts self at all times in such a manner as to merit the praise and commendation of all persons.
- Submits reports according to the departmental report manual and as otherwise required.
- Assists fellow officers whenever requested to do so or whenever judgment indicates assistance is needed for the
- Maintains the Department Standard Operating Procedures Manual for reference and continued use.
- Assists local police agencies as requested in all related police activities.
- Responds to assignments or special tasks in a manner to provide for efficient accomplishment of duties under the
- Maintains regular attendance.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- -Work is normally performed in an exterior setting.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- EDUCATION: High school Diploma or GED.
- EXPERIENCE: Must be a Certified New Mexico Law Enforcement Officer or re-certifiable.
- Previous law enforcement experience and training.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess and maintain a valid NM Driver’s License.
- Posses New Mexico Police Certification.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must be free of any felony or domestic violence conviction.
- Must be willing to work overtime as required.
- The shift and/or hours of duty will be prescribed by the Chief of Police or the designated representative according
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of counseling practices.
- Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion in tactful contact with students, staff, and the general public.
- Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
- Knowledge of the fundamental principles of adolescent psychology.
- Knowledge of police investigative techniques and techniques of identification.
- Knowledge of rules of evidence and laws of search and seizure.
- Ability to deal effectively with juveniles and adults.
- Ability to analyze evidence.
- Ability to question and interview skillfully.
- Ability to organize and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
- Skill in the use of firearms and police equipment, possession of physical ability and endurance.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with students, parents, school officials, co-workers and the
- Ability to maintain good physical fitness.
- Knowledge in the use of the computer.
- Ability to maintain good physical condition.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Sitting – Occasionally
- Standing – Frequently
- Walking – Frequently
- -Bending – Occasionally
- Squatting – Occasionally
- Climbing – Frequently
- Kneeling – Occasionally
- Lifting/Carrying up to 50 pounds – Occasionally
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