Top 9 Cadet Jobs in New Mexico

Police Cadet
City of Las Cruces —Las Cruces, NM
- $24 an hour
- Temporary
- Doctoral degree
- Psychology
- Fingerprint clearance
- Relocation assistance
5d
Police Cadet
City of Las Cruces, NM —Las Cruces, NM
- $24 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Doctoral degree
- Relocation assistance
5d
POLICE CADET
City of Hobbs —Hobbs, NM
- $31.35 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
POLICE CADET
City of Santa Fe —Santa Fe, NM
- $23.41 - $33.94 an hour
- Entry level
Firefighter 3/C Cadet
City of Albuquerque —Albuquerque, NM
- $21.30 - $23.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Firefighter 3/C Cadet
Fire —Albuquerque, NM
- $39,211.04 - $48,422.40 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Police Cadet (Internal & External)
The Town of Taos —Taos, NM
- $23.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- No experience needed
- Residential
- Paid holidays
Animal Control Officer Cadet - Game and Fish (Closing: January 27, 2026)
Pueblo of Zuni —Zuni, NM
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Public speaking
- Vision insurance

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City of Las Cruces —Las Cruces, NM
Learns criminal law, arrest and control techniques, use of firearms, report writing, vehicle operation, First Aid, CPR, narcotics, crowd control, court room…
$24 an hour
5d
Police Cadet
City of Las Cruces, NM —Las Cruces, NM
Valid driver's license is required. Valid driver's license. Standard First Aid and CPR certification. Position requires an acceptable driving record in…
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Police Cadet

City of Las Cruces -
Las Cruces, NM

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Job Details

Temporary | Full-time
$24 an hour
5 days ago

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

Criminology
Report preparation
Doctoral degree
Safety protocol adherence
Master's degree in sociology
Outdoor work experience
Arrest procedures
Bachelor's degree in psychology
Master's degree in psychology
Bachelor's degree in sociology
Crowd control
Sociology
Criminal Justice
Master's degree in criminal justice
Courtroom procedure
Bachelor's degree in criminology
Psychology
Patrolling
Community relationship building
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice
Firearms
Entry level
First aid protocols

Full Job Description

JOB Temporary, full-time non-exempt position with the Las Cruces Police Academy. Progression to full-time, regular position upon successful completion of the Police Academy. Depending on the number of vacancies, some academy graduates may not be hired immediately but may be placed on a waiting list.

Offering the following recruitment and retention incentive payment with a 36 month commitment.

Incentive Level

Amount

Base Level

$11,000.00

Associates Degree

$15,000.00

Bachelor's Degree/Retirement from Military Service/4 Years Honorable Military Service

$20,000.00

Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Criminology

$25,000.00

Master's Degree/Doctorate in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Criminology

$30,000.00

Relocation Assistance
Eligibility will be determined by HR

$5,000.00

Basic Officer Payout Schedule

Percentage

Upon Completion of Week 12 of the Basic Academy

10%

Upon Graduation from the Basic Academy

20%

At the Completion of Field Training

30%

One Day Prior to the End of the Probationary Year

40%

Relocation Assistance will be paid upon hire to those eligible per HR

100%

Under immediate supervision, actively participates in the Las Cruces Police Academy training program. Performs all related learning and testing activities at a training level for preparation as a Police Officer.

Must be free of felony convictions. Position is subject to extended work hours when necessary; multiple tasks; strict deadlines; and exposure to serious bodily harm. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES • Under the direct supervision of an experienced Police Officer, performs formal and informal training in the Las Cruces Police Academy training program.

Studies, attends classes, completes homework assignments, takes tests, and follows all instructions relative to the academy curriculum and behavior.
Attends indoor and outdoor classes and training sessions for preparation as a Police Officer.
Learns criminal law, arrest and control techniques, use of firearms, report writing, vehicle operation, First Aid, CPR, narcotics, crowd control, court room demeanor, public relations, patrol procedures, physical conditioning and training, and any other subjects included in the academy.
Performs tasks employing patrol methods, community relations, courtroom procedures, fingerprinting, report preparation, physical agility and strength formulation, and other police officer-related duties commensurate with attained skills.
May assist an Officer in patrolling assigned areas of the City in a car, bicycle, or on foot.
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City and Department policies, procedures, and safety practices.

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