Eviction Clean Out Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description Definition: This position is in the Sheriff's Office, Patrol Division, and serves as a patrol officer performing a full range of law enforcement services and duties. The work of this position requires a high level of confidentiality. Essential Job Functions: The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent may not be required to perform all duties, and may be required to perform additional, position related tasks. The incumbent is responsible for the enforcement of Federal, State and local traffic and criminal codes, laws ordinances and statutes. Incumbent takes effective law enforcement action to prevent crime through an alert, visible law enforcement presence, to stop illegal acts as they occur, and to preserve the peace, safety and order within the community served.

Works closely with other law enforcement agencies which include Federal, State, city, and Tribal organizations. Patrols areas of assignment in patrol vehicle, performing routine duties, investigating suspicious situations and taking appropriate action. Examples include: Building checks, stopping traffic violators and issuing citations, testing and arresting intoxicated drivers, assisting stranded motorists, checking abandoned vehicles, picking up abandoned minors and runaways, taking intoxicated persons into protective custody and clearing the road of injured or dead animals or other obstructions.

Responds to trouble calls, either as first officer responding or as backup to another officer. Examples include: investigating accidents, family disturbances, burglaries, robberies, homicides, unattended deaths, property damage, vandalism, child abuse assault and battery, rape, search and rescue operations, crowd control, hit and runs, attempted suicides, etc. or conducts criminal investigations initiated either by the receipt of a complaint or as follow up to reports received by other deputies.

Conducts investigations of accidents, felonies, misdemeanors, and minor crimes; call for backup and emergency vehicles, administers first aid, secures the scene, obtains physical evidence, seeks out and questions witnesses and suspects, takes detailed measurements and photographs. Issues citations or makes arrests, as appropriate. Prepares detailed investigative reports.

Takes persons arrested into custody, books, fingerprints, photographs and files formal charges as necessary. Assists with service of Federal, State and local warrants, subpoenas and other court papers. Testifies at hearings and trials in Federal, State, local and Tribal courts; prepares and submits reports of incidents and traffic accidents, daily activities and other narrative and statistical reports as required.

As needed the incumbent is assigned to serve or process a variety of civil papers, such as summons, subpoenas, eviction execution and restitution, etc. Makes every effort to locate person or persons to whom the papers are to be delivered wherever they happen to be found. Serves paper and attempts to obtain a signed receipt.

If this is not possible, documents date and time of service. As a certified officer, handles the more sensitive or volatile situations such as writs of replevin or restitution where there is a court order to repossess specific property, dollar amounts or property of equal value. May be required to research County records to insure that property being seized is owned by the person being served.

Prepares inventory of property and furnishes owner with copy. If no property is found, return the writ nullabona. Executes eviction notice when required including physically removing persons from premises.

Other miscellaneous duties include: transporting prisoners both adults and juveniles and mental patients in town and in and out of state as required; coordinating traffic and/or crowd control for funerals, ceremonials, parades and other large gatherings; setting up and conducting road blocks to check for proper licenses or wanted persons; participating in drug raids and surveillance operations; responding to calls for assistance from sick or injured persons; delivering death and emergency messages; checking on the welfare of people who live in isolated areas; accompanying social workers in child abuse or battered family cases; checking illegal movement of livestock, cutting of firewood or poaching; conducting criminal investigations and; may provide on-the-job training to new recruits. Incumbent is required to pass annual/biannual firearms qualifications and complete all biennium training and advanced training as required by the Sheriff's Office and the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy. Maintains uniform for a clean, orderly appearance.

Maintains weapons and other equipment in good working order. Ensures that the assigned vehicle is cleaned and serviced periodically and that repairs are accomplished as needed. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable for liability purposes.

Currently holds a New Mexico Police Officer Certification and is in good standing with the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy (NMLEA) OR the ability to provide proof of eligibility for the "Certification by Waiver" program through the NMLEA Preferred Qualifications: College coursework or degree in the area of Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field. Certification in C.P.R., First aid, NMLEA Instructorship, any Advanced or Specialty Training (must provide proof of certification). Bilingual (Navajo, Spanish, or Zuni) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to understand and follow safety procedures. Ability to write reports containing technical information. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Skill in the use of first aid procedures. Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures. Skill in completing accident and criminal investigations.

Ability to complete moderately complex administrative paperwork. Ability to gather and organize legal evidence. Skill in the operation of police equipment such as radar and breath alcohol analyzers.

Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony. Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures. Other Requirements: The incumbent of this position must comply with established safety guidelines, directives and policies of the County, Sheriff's Office and Collective Bargaining Unit.

Conditions of Employment: Incumbent must complete/pass a pre-employment background investigation, personal history statement, personal integrity questionnaire, medical examination, drug analysis test, and psychological examination. Certification by Waiver candidates- failure to complete certification by waiver within one year of date of hire will result in termination of employment. No felony convictions at any time No misdemeanor convictions within the preceding five (5) years No convictions of a crime of moral turpitude Certificates and Licenses: Must possess a valid Driver's License at time of employment and be insurable for liability purposes; and the ability to possess a New Mexico Driver's License within six (6) months of hire date.

Supervisory Controls: Duties are performed under the general supervision of a Sergeant who assigns work. However, the incumbent works with a high degree of independence and is required to make instantaneous decisions in emergency situation to protect lives and property, prevent crimes and maintain order. Activities are reviewed for appropriateness, soundness and conformance to laws, regulations and accepted work practices.

Investigative and incident reports are reviewed for completeness, technical accuracy and compliance with established procedures. Working Conditions: The majority of the work involves traveling and conducting activities in open areas, in vehicles or in buildings under a wide variety of circumstances. Outdoor work and traveling is performed in all kinds of weather.

The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations, including attack with deadly weapons and there is an ever-present danger of death or injury from physical assault or accident in the line of duty. Special Instructions: Applicants selected for interviews will be asked to take part in a basic typing/computer assessment test. Disclaimer: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.