Top 37 Police officer Jobs in New Mexico

Police Officer
University of New Mexico —Albuquerque, NM
- $29.26 - $36.40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
POLICE OFFICER
Sandia Resort And Casino —Bernalillo, NM
- $37.54 - $42.24 an hour
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
School Resource Officer - Police Department
City of Grants —Grants, NM
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
POLICE OFFICER
The Pueblo of Sandia —Bernalillo, NM
- $37.54 - $42.24 an hour
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer
Eastern New Mexico University —Portales, NM
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Officer (Certified Preferred – Non-Certified Applicants Welcome)
City of Grants —Grants, NM
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
POLICE CADET
City of Hobbs —Hobbs, NM
- $31.82 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Deputy Sheriff - Entry
San Juan County, NM —Aztec, NM
- $30.61 an hour
- Overtime
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Police Officer (Entry Level or Lateral)
City of Bloomfield —Bloomfield, NM
- $27.00 - $37.33 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Uncertified Deputy Sheriff
County of Lincoln —Carrizozo, NM
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Police Officer
New Mexico State University —Las Cruces, NM
- $23.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- University
- Associate's degree
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Police Officer
City of Belen —Belen, NM
- $53,529 - $65,694 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years
Quick Apply
POLICE DETECTIVE
City of Hobbs —Hobbs, NM
- $38.52 - $51.62 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Sheriff's Deputy - Certified
County of Lincoln —Carrizozo, NM
- $30.38 - $40.22 an hour
- Email
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- 2 years
Deputy Sheriff I & II
Otero County —Alamogordo, NM
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
Police Officer
NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY —Las Vegas, NM
- $20.11 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Certified Police Officer
City of Portales —Portales, NM
- $23.80 - $27.27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Cibola County —Grants, NM
- $31,198 - $58,444 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Sergeant
City of Grants —Grants, NM
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
Police Officer - Lateral
City of Las Cruces, NM —Las Cruces, NM
- $30.27 - $36.33 an hour
- Extended hours
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
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Police Officer

University of New Mexico -
Albuquerque, NM

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Job Details

Full-time
$29.26 - $36.40 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Police Officer

Requisition ID

req35638

Working Title

Police Officer

Position Grade

Position Summary

Enforces local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with University policies. Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, documents and preserves evidence, and provides legal testimony.
May be assigned to any shift; may perform campus patrol or serve as substation, victim/witness assistance, or crime prevention officer.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Must maintain certification status.
All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the POA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy; no previous experience required. Certification/Licensure State of New Mexico Certified Law Enforcement Officer, or eligibility for Certification by waiver.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Police Department (291A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly $29.26 - $36.40

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

2/6/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Cover Letter, Resume/UNMJobs application

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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