The City of Carlsbad Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer for current and anticipated openings. The department is seeking community-oriented, articulate, forward thinking, and flexible individuals to provide police services to the citizens of Carlsbad, NM.

Minimum qualifications: U.S. citizenship, 21 years of age at time of academy graduation. High school graduate or GED. Possession of a valid driver's license and good driving record. No prior felony convictions and background free of disqualifying criminal activity. Vision correctable to 20/20, hearing, physical strength, flexibility, maneuverability, cognitive and mental abilities sufficient to perform the essential functions of the classification. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays including overtime as required. Good work history is essential.

In addition to an excellent benefit package, starting hourly base rate of pay for non-certified officers will be $25.47. Starting hourly base rate of pay for certified Police Officers with three (3) years or less of experience will be $32.16. Starting hourly rate of pay for certified Police Officers with four (4) years or more of experience as a certified Police Officer shall be $33.75 to $36.09 depending on length and type of previous certified experience. Additional hourly increases will be given for advanced education degrees, certifications and specialty training.

We are offering a $5,000.00 hiring bonus and you will receive $3,500.00 immediately upon hire then you will receive the remaining $1,500.00 after one year anniversary. We also offer a $1,500.00 equipment incentive to assist you with purchasing your police gear.

We recently implemented a take home vehicle policy that allows employees to live within 80 miles of Carlsbad for up to 18-months and still be provided a city vehicle to travel back and forth. After 18-months, you will be required to live within Eddy County.

We have many opportunities for overtime and special assignments, as well as a multitude of opportunities with the expansion of new divisions. We are looking for good people that want to help our agency build a great relationship with our community. Come join our team and work with some great officers and in a great community!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.24 - $37.17 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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