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Correctional Lieutenant (NMCD #16291)

State of New Mexico
Santa Rosa, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/23/2026
Posting Details

  • APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Due to the available budget allocated for this position, the hiring rate will not exceed $32.95 per hour.
Why does the job exist?

This position will provide safety, security, and orderly operations within an adult correctional facility, to include supervision of staff and inmates.
How does it get done?

  • Provide oversight and direction to security staff during institutional shift hours
  • Provide safety, security and orderly operations
  • Enforce post orders and policies
  • Completing reports in a timely manner
  • Provide direction through use of good judgment, professionalism and attention to duty
Who are the customers?

  • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) staff
  • Public and private partners
  • Community members
Ideal Candidate

  • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) staff
  • Public and private partners
  • Community members
Minimum Qualification

High school education or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in an adult correctional setting, law enforcement, and/or military, of which two (2) years must have been as a supervisor in law enforcement and/or military or as a Sergeant or above in a correctional setting.
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. For all custody positions, successful completion of the New Mexico Corrections Academy 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 at 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.
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Agency Contact Information: Liz Tapia, HR at 575-472-1001 or email at elizabeth.tapia@cd.nm.gov or Desiree Bradley, HR at 575-472-1001 or email desiree.bradley@cd.nm.gov Email

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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