Apply online: https://www.currycountynm.gov/departments/personnel/job-opportunities You may also visit the Curry County Administration Office in person, located at 417 Gidding St, Suite 100 Clovis, NM.

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$18.0550 Responsible for the enforcement of New Mexico Statutes Annotated and Curry County ordinances, protection of life and property; conservation of the peace, with commission to apprehend, arrest and bring before the proper court all violators within the County of Curry, and performing other duties imposed by law. Duties include, but not limited to, conducting criminal and crash investigations; serving civil and criminal process; conflict resolution; preserving the peace; arresting and incarcerating violators of the law; provide testimony in County and district courts in traffic, criminal, and civil cases. Prepare a variety of documents and reports.

Min $17.2692- Max $25.9038 The Records Specialist is responsible for maintaining inmate files, arranging transports, receiving and releasing funds for inmate accounts. This position interacts with courts, law enforcement, attorneys; and local, state, and federal agencies across the United States. This position interacts with inmates and the public on a daily basis. This position performs under the general supervision of the Detention Administrator or designee. The employee uses own initiative and judgment to perform work in an independent and timely manner in accordance with precedents and established policies and procedures.

Min $17.7010 - Max $26.5514 Responsible for maintaining inmate security in Curry County Adult Detention Center including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, inmate and detainee escort; operates under direct supervision. Position requires working under stress

Min $17.7010 - Max $26.5514 Plans and performs duties as outlined in the master control post orders of the entire operation of master control to include; positively identifying detention staff and or approved visitors who are requesting security doors to be opened via the detention center intercom system. Responsible for maintaining detainee security in Curry County Adult Detention Center including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, detainee and detainee escort; operates under direct supervision. Position requires working under stress.

Min $17.7010 - Max $26.5514 Plans and performs a wide range of detention duties to ensure the proper security of detainees up to including correcting unprofessional behavior of detainees in a court room setting while appearing in front of an assigned judge or while on camera and or on a phone court appearance. Responsible for maintaining inmate security in Curry County Adult Detention Center including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, inmate and detainee escort; operates under direct supervision. Position requires working under stress.

Min $17.7010 - Max $26.5514 Plans and performs a wide range of medical and or detention duties such as providing security for detainees who are assigned to a medical setting with medical and mental health professionals. Responsible for maintaining detainee security in Curry County Adult Detention Center including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, detainee and detainee escort; operates under direct supervision. Position requires working under stress.

Min $19.5389 - Max $29.3082 Administrative support position that ensures compliance with all Court/County mandated administrative and procedural requirements. This position performs under the direction and supervision of the Classification Lieutenant and monitors the facility’s program assignments and serves as the case manager for adjudication operations while the detainee is confined in the Curry County Detention Center. The employee uses own initiative and judgment to perform work in an independent and timely manner in accordance with precedents and established policies and procedures. Provides close to general supervision to administrative personnel and is responsible for overall day to day administrative operations.

Min $21.5673 - Max $32.3505 The Sergeant is responsible for supervising all subordinates on his/her shift. The sergeant will guide all officers in a positive direction and become a role model for officers. He or she must show good leadership skills, attend all supervisor meetings, make recommendations for improvement, deal with all officers’ issues and counsel and/or reprimand, when necessary, maintain reports and daily documentation, and be responsible for daily inmate movement and activities.

Min $24.4010 - Max $36.6019 The Lieutenant is responsible for supervising all subordinates on his/her shift. The Lieutenant will guide all officers and Sergeants in a positive direction and become a role model for officers. He or she must show good leadership skills, attend all supervisor meetings, make recommendations for improvement, deal with all officers’ issues and counsel and/or reprimand, when necessary, maintain reports and daily documentation, and be responsible for daily detainee movement and activities.

Min $58,860 - Max $88,289 Under the direction of the Assistant Detention Administrator, is responsible for managing, supervising and coordinating the operational, support or compliance activities of the Detention Center. The captain will plan, organize and direct the activities in their assigned areas of responsibility of the Curry County Detention Center Facility to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detainees and the continuous safe and secure operations of the facility. Must show upright leadership skills, attend all supervisor meetings, make recommendations for improvement, deal with personnel issues and counsel and/or reprimand, when necessary, maintain reports and daily documentation, and be responsible for daily inmate movement and activities. This position supervises other supervisors. The position plans overall work objectives; established department goals and objectives; coordinates diverse work activities and programs; measures performance against goals and objectives.

Min $66,594 - Max $99,891 The Assistant Detention Administrator works under the supervision of the Detention Administrator. This is an exempt position that is responsible for assisting with the safe operation adult detention center. Assisting with the accountability of the General Fund operating budget of the detention center. Duties include: assisting with the overall security, management, and operations of the facility; overall supervision of full-time employees; safe transportation of inmates to medical facilities and other facilities; budget development and management; kitchen and food services contractor, alternative sentencing program, and the outsourcing of overflow adult and juvenile inmates to other facilities.

Min $87,377 - Max $131,066 The Detention Administrator works under the supervision of the County Manager. This is an at-will, unclassified position that is responsible for the safe operation of a 265-bed adult detention facility as well as approximately 71 adult detention personnel. Accountable for the General Fund operating budget which is projected as $6,838,142 for Fiscal Year 22/23. Duties include: overall security and operations of the facility; overall supervision of FTE; safe transportation of inmates to medical facilities and other facilities; budget development and management; kitchen and food services contractor, alternative sentencing program, and the outsourcing of overflow adult detainees. In addition, responsible for outsourcing Curry County juvenile inmates to other facilities and monitoring the length of stays and sentencing.

Min $15.6452 - Max $23.4678 Responsible for serving, maintaining and processing civil paperwork for the Sheriff’s Office, and other obligations as required by the courts and by supervisors. Position may require working under stress.

Min $17.2692 - Max $25.9038 The Communications & Records Specialist is responsible for taking calls for service, dispatching calls for service, processing civil and criminal paperwork to include arrest warrants, and conducting records checks using local and national computer systems. This position interacts with courts, law enforcement, attorneys; and local, state, and federal agencies across the United States. This position interacts with the public on a daily basis. This position performs under the direct supervision of the Executive Assistant. The employee uses own initiative and judgment to perform work in an independent and timely manner in accordance with precedents and established policies and procedures.

Min $17.2692 - Max $25.9038 Responsible for the Court Security, ensuring the safety and protection of lives and property of Curry County residents and maintaining prisoner security while extraditing or transporting to various courts, medical appointments, and other obligations as required by the courts and as directed by the Sheriff. Position requires working under stress.

Min $18.1438 - Max $27.2154 The Employee will be required to manage the intake, tracking, storage, accountability audits, and disposal of evidence submitted to the Curry County Sheriff’s Office evidence vault. This will include coordinating with the state crime labs and the District Attorney’s office to ensure that evidence is analyzed as needed and is prepared for trial. Will be required to travel outside of Curry County to deliver and pick up evidence as needed. Will be required to prepare destruction/disposal orders for items held in the property and evidence rooms that are no longer needed. Must be able to coordinate with prosecutors and defense attorneys to answer discovery requests promptly. The employee will manage the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA) program and may require home/employment checks of registered sex offenders.

Min $18.5971 - Max $27.8957 Responsible for supervising Court Security and Transport staff. Responsible for maintaining prisoner security while extraditing or transporting to various courts, medical appointments, and other obligations as required by the courts and as directed by the Sheriff. Position requires working under stress.

Non-Certified Cadet $21.0409 Certified Min $23.8063 - Max $35.7091 Senior Deputy Min $26.2774 - Max $39.4159 Responsible for the enforcement of New Mexico Statutes Annotated and Curry County ordinances, protection of life and property; conservation of the peace, with commission to apprehend, arrest and bring before the proper court all violators within the County of Curry, and performing other duties imposed by law. Duties include, but not limited to, conducting criminal and crash investigations; serving civil and criminal process; conflict resolution; preserving the peace; arresting and incarcerating violators of the law; provide testimony in County and district courts in traffic, criminal, and civil cases. Prepare a variety of documents and reports.

Non-Certified Cadet $21.0409 Certified Min $23.8063 - Max $35.7091 The School Resource Deputy Sheriff (SRDS) plays a crucial role in promoting a safe and secure learning environment within the various rural school districts of Curry County. This position involves working closely with school staff, students, and parents to maintain a positive atmosphere while addressing security and law enforcement concerns that may arise on or near school grounds. The School Resource Deputy Sheriff is responsible for fostering positive relationships with students and providing educational programs on topics such as safety, crime prevention, and drug/alcohol abuse. In addition, when not assigned to school-related activities, the SRDS will return to duty as assigned by the Curry County Sheriff’s Office.

Min $29.7303 - Max $44.5957 Responsible for the patrol of state and county roads to ensure the safety and protection of property and lives of county residents. Duties include conducting investigations, criminal, civil as well as issuing criminal and traffic citations; serving criminal and civil process; assisting with crowd control at accident scenes and disturbances. Must supervise patrol deputies and review reports. Employee should be aware that the position may involve life-threatening situations and should be familiar with all county and office policies pertinent to the position.

Min $29.7303 - Max $44.5957 Responsible for the investigation of crimes, enforcement of New Mexico Statutes Annotated and Curry County ordinances, protection of life and property; conservation of the peace, with commission to apprehend, arrest and bring before the proper court all violators within the County of Curry, and performing other duties imposed by law. Duties include, but not limited to, conducting criminal and crash investigations; serving civil and criminal process; conflict resolution; preserving the peace; arresting and incarcerating violators of the law; provide testimony in county and district courts in traffic, criminal and civil cases. Prepare a variety of documents and reports.

Min $29.7303 - Max $44.5957 Responsible for the investigation of crimes, enforcement of New Mexico Statutes Annotated and Curry County ordinances, protection of life and property; conservation of the peace, with commission to apprehend, arrest and bring before the proper court all violators within the County of Curry, and performing other duties imposed by law. Duties include, but not limited to, conducting criminal and crash investigations; serving civil and criminal process; conflict resolution; preserving the peace; arresting and incarcerating violators of the law; provide testimony in county and district courts in traffic, criminal and civil cases. Prepare a variety of documents and reports. This position will primarily involve the investigation of internet crimes against children.

Min $35.3404 - Max $53.0101 Responsible for the patrol of state and county roads to ensure the safety and protection of property and lives of county residents. Duties include conducting investigations, criminal, civil as well as issuing criminal and traffic citations; serving criminal and civil process; assisting with crowd control at accident scenes and disturbances. Must supervise patrol deputies and sergeants; and review reports. Employee should be aware that the position may involve life-threatening situations and should be familiar with all county and office policies pertinent to the position.

Min $35.3404 - Max $53.0101 Responsible for the patrol of state and county roads to ensure the safety and protection of property and lives of county residents. Duties include conducting investigations, criminal, civil as well as issuing criminal and traffic citations; serving criminal and civil process; assisting with crowd control at accident scenes and disturbances. Must supervise Investigators; and review reports, body worn camera videos, and in-car videos for quality control and adherence to Federal and State laws as well as Curry County/Sheriff’s Office Policy. Employee will be responsible for supervising the safe processing, storage, and destruction of evidence and property in accordance with Curry County Sheriff’s Office Policy and New Mexico State Statute. Employee will be responsible for supervising the sex offender registry program. Employee should be aware that the position may involve life-threatening situations and should be familiar with all county and office policies pertinent to the position.

When you are ready to apply, click on this link: https://www.currycountynm.gov/departments/personnel/job-opportunities and search for open positions with the Curry County Sheriff's Office and Detention Center. Complete the online application and take a step towards becoming part of the select few who have what it takes to be a detention officer or have a career in law enforcement.

Applicants or employees will be considered ineligible for hire or rehire by Curry County if the employee has: Made any false statement or omitted any relevant information on his or her application. Does not meet the requirements for the position. Failed to complete the pre-employment medical examination, drug screening, urinalysis, or other requirements as directed by the employing authority. Not been certified by a physician that he can perform the physical requirements of the position. Not a legal resident of the United States. Failed to fulfill the statutory requirement of Section 4-41-8 NMSA (1978)(1987 Comm. Supp.) if applying for position of deputy sheriff. Not met the criteria for insurance bonding as required by County or State law where applicable.

You must be physically fit and able to pass a physical agility test. Physical testing requirements are as follows: One and a half mile run: 15:54 300 Meter Run: 71 seconds 15 Push-ups in one-minute 27 Sit-ups in one-minute

Curry County contributes 20.65% each pay period into the Public Employees Retirement Association. (PERA) Curry County pays 80% of Medical Premiums. Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance are available. Dependent and Spouse Life Insurance Benefits are available. Paid Holidays: 12.5 per year (Certified) Paid Holidays: 10 per year (Non-Certified) Personal Days: 8 hours per year Paid Vacation: 80 hours per year Paid Sick Leave: 96 hours per year

High School Diploma or GED Required Must be eligible to become certified by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy and pass all physical testing as a peace officer within the first 12 months of employment Ability to listen; understand and communicate verbally and written in English Vision correctable to 20/20 Must successfully complete pre-employment, drug screening and background check. Must have a valid driver's license with no more than (2) moving violations in the past (3) years. Must obtain a valid New Mexico driver's license within (6) months of employment. Must be able to qualify and maintain proficiency in firearms for both day and night.

Non-Certified $18.05 Certified Minimum $19.92 - Mid $24.42 Senior Deputy Minimum $21.99 - Mid $26.95

Yes, a take home patrol vehicle will be provided.

Yes. All Uniforms and necessary equipment will be supplied by the Sheriff's Department.

Yes. Annual incentive pay is offered for qualifying instructor certifications.

Yes, ample advanced training opportunities are offered.

Yes, potential for supervisory advancement and lateral movement into specialized areas will be offered when appropriate.

801 Mitchell Street Clovis, NM 88101

The Curry County Detention Center facility consists of 262 beds. The facility includes a medical area, booking, sally-port, kitchen, laundry, visitation, exercise and multipurpose areas. Detainees are housed in 10 secure housing units. Most detainees share a cell with three other detainees.

We have full time and part time positions available and college students are encouraged to apply, and we will work with your college schedules.

Tasks Include but are not limited to: Ability to lift up to (60) pounds from ground to waist level. Approximately twice daily. Corrected vision and hearing within normal range. Ability to stand and walk up to (6) hours at one time and (12) hours total per day. Ability to sit for up to (4) hours at one time and (12) hours total per day. (Control room only) Ability to climb and descend three-step ladder on a minimal basis. Ability to buddy carry and inmate and detainee in case of emergency. Must be able to assist disabled inmates and detainees in showering and other personal needs. Ability to push/pull a disabled inmate or detainee in a wheelchair. Ability to carry (10) pounds on waist all day.

Curry County contributes 21.6% and employee contributes 6.29% each pay period into the Public Employees Retirement Association. (PERA) Curry County pays 80% of Medical Premiums. Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance are available. $50,000 Life Insurance policy. Dependent and Spouse Life Insurance benefits available. Paid Holidays: 12.5 per year Personal Days: 8 hours per year Paid Vacation: 80 hours per year Paid Sick Leave: 96 hours per year

Applicants or employees will be considered ineligible for hire or rehire by Curry County if the employee has: Made any false statement or omitted any relevant information on his or her application. Does not meet the requirements for the position. Failed to complete the pre-employment medical examination, drug screening, urinalysis, or other requirements as directed by the employing authority. Not been certified by a physician that he can perform the physical requirements of the position. Not a legal resident of the United States. Failed to fulfill the statutory requirement of Section 4-41-8 NMSA (1978)(1987 Comm. Supp.) if applying for position of deputy sheriff. Not met the criteria for insurance bonding as required by County or State law where applicable.

Application Pre-Screen Oral Board or Assessment Interview Integrity Interview Background Investigation Pre-Employment Physical Exam Drug Screening

If any applicant has any questions in regard to detention operations, please contact our leadership team at 575-762-3810. Detention Center Administrator Joe Alaniz: jalaniz@currycountynm.gov Security Captain - Chris Moreno: cmoreno@currycountynm.gov

Selection Process for the Curry County Detention Center Applicants must pass all, or any combination, of the following selection steps to be a candidate for employment consideration: Application Prescreen Oral Board or Assessment Interview Integrity Interview Background Investigation Pre-employment Physical Examination Drug Screen Valid Driver’s License

Curry County Training Academy The Training Academy is responsible for delivering high quality training based on relevant, up-to-date, detention best practices that are aimed at developing high performing detention professionals. This training includes basic training for newly hired officers and staff. In addition, the Academy provides advanced training to all existing staff to ensure that the Curry County Adult and Juvenile Detention Departments are operating at the highest industry standards.