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STIU Lead Probation & Parole Officer (NMCD #16692)

State of New Mexico
Santa, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2027
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 $34.30 per hour.
Why does the job exist?

This position, which is classified as a Lead Probation/Parole Officer, will apprehend absconders throughout the State of New Mexico that flee (abscond) from Probation and/or Parole supervision. This position will conduct complex fugitive investigations and assist with providing information to the Probation Parole Division. In addition, officers in this position plan, conduct and/or coordinate complex warrant and absconder investigations, write or develop operational plans, collaborate with Law Enforcement on high-risk absconder cases, and participate in joint multi-jurisdictional law enforcement operations related to absconder/fugitives under NMCD jurisdiction.
How does it get done?

  • Works with other Probation/Parole Officers and law enforcement Officers to apprehend Absconders throughout New Mexico
  • Utilizes computer databases, internet search engines, social media, interviews, informants, etc. to develop intelligence on the whereabouts of Absconders
  • Networks with city, county, state, and federal law enforcement officers to maximize the likelihood of Absconder apprehensions
Who are the customers?

  • Public Safety
  • New Mexico Correction Department (NMCD)
  • Agencies of the State of New Mexico
Ideal Candidate

  • Public Safety
  • New Mexico Correction Department (NMCD)
  • Agencies of the State of New Mexico
Minimum Qualification

Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or related field as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification and four (4) years of experience as a Probation and Parole Officer, commissioned or non-commissioned law enforcement officer, to include behavioral case management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and experience in behavioral case management, commissioned or non-commissioned law enforcement, military law enforcement or as a Probation and Parole Officer totaling four (4) years, OR two (2) years as an Adult Correctional Officer including two (2) years in behavioral case management, will substitute for the required education.
Employment Requirements

This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of Federal and State law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Successful completion of a series of Defensive Tactics and Restraint Courses to include exposure to Mace/OC Spray within one (1) year from date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Successful completion of First Aid and CPR Courses within the one (1) year of date from hire as a condition of continued employment is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must be a U.S. Citizen, reached the age of 18 years old, and must not have been convicted of a felony. Must have home phone. Willing to accept travel/geographic assignment changes. May be required to carry a firearm, work odd hours and visit offenders' home. Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. Employment is conditional pending results of pre-employment drug test.

Statutory Requirements:
Assignment as a Probation Parole Officer at NMCD must adhere to the following:

  • At the time of their appointment, be citizens of the United States.
  • At the time of their appointment, have reached the age of majority.
  • Be of good moral character and not have been convicted of a felony or any crime of moral turpitude in the courts of this or any other state or in the federal courts.
  • Subject to a drug test as a condition of employment and on-going random drug testing as a condition of assignment to a safety sensitive position.
  • Successful completion of the New Mexico Department Of Corrections Basic Probation and Parole Officers Certification Training within twelve months of hire and annual re-certification.
  • Maintenance of skills in self-defense, handcuffing, baton, and chemical agents and annual re-certification.
Working Conditions

Work is performed in an adult prison environment, and field setting which includes daily contact with and supervision of adult offenders and or inmates. May be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
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Agency Contact Information: Clarence Banks (505) 206-8706 or email: Clarence.Banks@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.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan

Salary : $30 - $45

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